Wisdom, Legacy, Connection

We champion the full spectrum of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, fostering connections across all generations, abilities, social classes, and cultures. Our 2SLGBTQIA+ Eldership Program is a vibrant initiative dedicated to rebuilding and revitalizing the sacred role of Queer Elders by recognizing and celebrating their profound wisdom, resilience, and unique contributions.

Restoring the Sacred Role of 2SLGBTQIA+ Eldership Within a Thriving Community

Our mission is to foster a vibrant, connected, and resilient 2SLGBTQIA+ community that embraces all generations, abilities, social classes, and cultural backgrounds. We believe that true strength comes from unity and shared understanding across every facet of our diverse 2SLGBTQIA+ family in rural Colorado.

Within this overarching commitment, our 2SLGBTQIA+ Eldership Program stands as a vital and pioneering initiative. We recognize that 2SLGBTQIA+ Elders are indispensable cornerstones of our community, holding invaluable wisdom, resilience, and a deep connection to our shared history. For too long, the sacred role of eldership has been diminished, particularly within disempowered communities. This program is dedicated to reclaiming, rebuilding, and revitalizing this critical role.

The 2SLGBTQIA+ Eldership Program is a dynamic ecosystem designed to:

  • Foster Deep Intergenerational Connections: While our program specifically centers the voices and experiences of our Elders, it does so to build stronger bridges to all 2SLGBTQIA+ people. We create affirming spaces where Elders can forge meaningful bonds with younger generations, sharing their rich life experiences, insights, and stories. This ensures that the lessons of the past illuminate the path forward for our youth and emerging leaders, creating a continuous flow of wisdom through our community.

  • Cultivate Wisdom and Purpose: Through facilitated circles, workshops, and mentorship opportunities, we empower Elders to reflect on their journeys, harvest their unique wisdom, and cultivate new avenues for purpose and contribution within the broader 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

  • Preserve Our Shared Legacy: Our program actively works to document and celebrate the often-untold histories of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals in rural Colorado. By elevating Elder voices, we ensure that the resilience, struggles, and triumphs of our entire community are honored, remembered, and passed down as a powerful legacy for generations to come.

  • Build a Stronger, More Connected Community: By acknowledging and valuing our Elders, we strengthen the entire fabric of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. This program contributes to a profound sense of belonging, mutual respect, and collective strength that benefits everyone, fostering an environment where all 2SLGBTQIA+ people can thrive.

Join us in this profound work of restoring elderhood, recognizing that it is integral to the health and vibrancy of our entire intergenerational 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Together, we are building a future where the wisdom of our Elders is cherished, their stories resonate, and their enduring spirit guides us all.

The 2SLGBTQIA+ Eldership Program offers a variety of engaging and affirming opportunities designed to cultivate wisdom, build connection, and celebrate the invaluable contributions of our queer elders.

2SLGBTQIA+ Elders Circle
Our cornerstone program, the 2SLGBTQIA+ Elders Circle, provides a safe, confidential, and deeply affirming space for 2SLGBTQIA+ elders to gather. These facilitated sessions are designed for deep personal reflection and sharing, where participants can explore their unique life journeys, harvest wisdom from their experiences, and connect with peers. It's a place to find mutual support, build lasting bonds, and strengthen your sense of purpose and belonging within the community.

Intergenerational Storytelling & Mentorship
Bridging generations is at the heart of our mission. This program offers unique opportunities for elders to share their incredible stories and wisdom directly with younger 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals. Through structured mentorship pairings, storytelling workshops, and community-wide "Our Stories, Our Legacy" events, elders become living historians and guides, ensuring that our rich queer past illuminates the path for the future.

Queer Elder-Led Skill-Sharing Workshops
Our elders possess a wealth of knowledge, skills, and passions honed over decades of lived experience. This program empowers them to share these gifts with the wider community. Elders can lead engaging workshops on a variety of topics, from practical life skills and navigating complex systems to artistic pursuits, historical insights, and community organizing strategies. It's an opportunity for elders to contribute their expertise and continue learning alongside others.

Community & Celebration Gatherings
The 2SLGBTQIA+ Eldership Program regularly hosts inclusive community events designed for connection and celebration. From intimate social gatherings to our annual "Queer Elder Wisdom Summit," these events provide vibrant opportunities for elders to socialize, celebrate milestones, share joy, and simply be in affirming queer community. These gatherings also serve as spaces to recognize and honor the invaluable role of elders within PfCA and beyond.

Advocacy & Resource Navigation for Elders
Building on PfCA's commitment to advocacy, this program focuses specifically on the needs of 2SLGBTQIA+ elders. We provide resources, information, and support for navigating healthcare, housing, legal issues, and other services. This component also offers opportunities for elders to lend their voices and wisdom to our broader advocacy efforts, ensuring the unique experiences and challenges of older queer adults are heard and addressed in rural Colorado.