Supporting lgbt lives
50+ and THRIVING
Leah Raisor and Michelle Reed are the facilitators.
(lraisor@ / mreed@)
This 50+ support group is a dynamic gathering planned for individuals over the age of 50 who want to explore fresh activities, learn fresh skills, and enjoy camaraderie.
Through a variety of engaging events and classes provided by Tidewater Arts Outreach, members can stay active, find new passions, and create lasting friendships in a fun and supportive atmosphere. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with others while embracing personal development and shared experiences.
Ace&Aro+ Affirming Space (18+)
1st Fridays from – 9 PM [HYBRID]
Facilitator: Remi Jäger (he/him)
aceandarospace@
Open to adults who recognize as or are questioning being on the asexual and/or aromantic spectrums.
We long for to provide an reachable place for our collective to connect, support one another, and talk about our successes, difficulties, joys, and struggles as Ace and Aro people.
Currently, we offer one support conference a month, along with a few social events like board game nights, holiday parties, park walks, museum tours, and bookstore visits.
We ask new members to email the facilitat
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Home > Supporting LGBT lives: A study of the mental health and well-being of lesbian, gay, attracted to both genders, and transgender people.
Mayock, Paula and Bryan, Audrey and Carr, Nicola and Kitching, Karl () Supporting LGBT lives: A study of the mental health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. Dublin: Gay and Lesbian Equality Network (GLEN) and BeLonGTo.
This research set out to examine mental health and well-being, including an research of suicide vulnerability (risk) and resilience, among LGBT people in Ireland. A survey instrument, which took approximately minutes to finalize online, was designed to capture the experiences of LGBT people living in Ireland in a variety of settings and contexts. This instrument included demographic variables, schooling experiences, perceptions of belonging, victimisation and harassment, workplace experiences, and patterns of alcohol exploit . Indicators of mental health and well-being were also ascertained, including history of self-injurious behaviour and attempted suicide.
In the collective assessment process phase of the research a total of 14 interviews were conducted. Specific interview topics and q
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