Events
Upcoming events.
Check out our events calendar to see what we have going on! We look forward to seeing you at an event soon.
Virtual Check-In
Join us! Pride in Aging RI
Virtual Check-in
2nd Thursday of Each month
12:00 - 1:00 PM Eastern Time
Virtual
Once per month we invite those in the community to join us in a Virtual Check-In through Zoom. This is a great opportunity for those who may not be able to attend our in-person events but would like to stay connected.
Tai Chi Quan Demonstration
Tai Ji Quan Demonstration:
Moving for Better Balance
Live Demo, Discussion, and Your Questions Answered!
Thursday, September 17, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
At the Church of Transfiguration
1665 Broad Street,
Cranston, RI 02893
Free Exercise Program for Adults 60 +.
Build community, reduce your fear, build your confidence, and keep moving.
Brought to you by Pride in Aging RI and Rhode Island Department of Health
LGBTQ+ Cafe
LGBTQ+ Cafe
A social dining opportunity for LGBTQ+ individuals 60+.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
1665 Broad Street, Cranston, RI
To register, contact us or click the link below:
Phone: (401) 206-5916 | Email: info@prideinagingri.org
In-Person Cafe - Newport Edition!
Pride in Aging Monthly Café: September at the Newport Pride Center
The Newport Pride Center is happy to host September's Pride in Aging Monthly Café! Lunch will be provided.
The Café offers LGBT individuals and their friends, age 60 and older, a nutritious meal in a friendly setting. Usually the Café is centrally located, but we are happy to welcome you to the Newport Pride Center.
Come enjoy the company of new and old friends, entertainment, and learn about programs relevant to you.
Accessibility note:
The Pride Center is unfortunately not handicap accessible — there is a small step to enter the building.
Parking:
Parking directly behind the building is limited. To find the lot, take a right from Spring St. onto Allan Ct.; the lot is behind the building on the right (not the church parking lot). Plenty of additional parking is also available on the street.
Quality Care for LGBTQ+ Older Adults Core Training
Pride in Aging Quality Care for LGBTQ+ Older Adults
Two-Day Seminar
Join Pride in Aging RI for a two‑day professional development program designed to strengthen culturally responsive care for LGBTQ+ older adults.
LGBTQ+ older adults deserve care environments where they feel seen, respected, and safe. This two‑day program equips healthcare professionals, advocates, and organizational leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to create affirming, culturally responsive spaces for LGBTQ+ people ages 50 and older. Participants may attend Day 1 only or complete both days to become certified trainers of the curriculum.
Day 1 offers a comprehensive training for healthcare and advocacy professionals, focusing on the unique experiences, needs, and barriers faced by LGBTQ+ elders—and the practical steps organizations can take to create welcoming, affirming environments.
Day 2 provides a full Train‑the‑Trainer certification, equipping participants to deliver the Day 1 curriculum within their own agencies, networks, and communities.
This program is ideal for providers, long‑term care staff, social workers, community health workers, educators, and DEI leaders committed to improving care for LGBTQ+ older adults.
Continuing education for nurses, social workers, administrators, activity professionals, physical therapists, occupation therapists, and speech and language pathologists pending. (6 CEs for day 1 and 6 CEs for day 2)
Quality Care for LGBTQ+ Older Adults Core Training (day 2)
Pride in Aging Quality Care for LGBTQ+ Older Adults
Two-Day Seminar
Join Pride in Aging RI for a two‑day professional development program designed to strengthen culturally responsive care for LGBTQ+ older adults.
LGBTQ+ older adults deserve care environments where they feel seen, respected, and safe. This two‑day program equips healthcare professionals, advocates, and organizational leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to create affirming, culturally responsive spaces for LGBTQ+ people ages 50 and older. Participants may attend Day 1 only or complete both days to become certified trainers of the curriculum.
Day 1 offers a comprehensive training for healthcare and advocacy professionals, focusing on the unique experiences, needs, and barriers faced by LGBTQ+ elders—and the practical steps organizations can take to create welcoming, affirming environments.
Day 2 provides a full Train‑the‑Trainer certification, equipping participants to deliver the Day 1 curriculum within their own agencies, networks, and communities.
This program is ideal for providers, long‑term care staff, social workers, community health workers, educators, and DEI leaders committed to improving care for LGBTQ+ older adults.
Continuing education for nurses, social workers, administrators, activity professionals, physical therapists, occupation therapists, and speech and language pathologists pending. (6 CEs for day 1 and 6 CEs for day 2)
Pride in Aging Summer Social & Annual Meeting
Join us for the 2026 Pride in Aging Rhode Island Annual Meeting, a gathering where we celebrate our progress, honor our volunteers, and look ahead to the future of LGBTQ+ aging in our state. Enjoy food, connection, and community as we come together to reflect on the past year and chart the path forward.
Details
Friday, August 21, 2026 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Cranston Public Library Central Branch
140 Sockanosset Cross Road | Cranston, Rhode Island, 02920
Register by August 19, 2026.
This event is free. Donations are appreciated to offset the cost of refreshments.
Creating Welcoming LTC Communities - Part 4
Pride Webinar Series:
Providing Quality Care for
Older LGBTQ+ Adults Part 4
Thursday, June 4, 2026 - 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Via Zoom
Part 4: Strategies for Creating Welcoming Agencies and Providing
Quality Care*
In this session, participants will:
Identify common issues related to caring for LGBTQ+ older adults in healthcare settings.
Describe characteristics of welcoming care settings for LGBTQ+ older adults.
Practice effective strategies for communicating with LGBTQ+ older adults.
Strategize ways to create connections with LGBTQ+ -friendly community supports.
*Providing Quality Care for Older LGBTQ+ Adults is a four-part webinar series for healthcare providers. Session 1 introduces participants to the lives, history, and identity of LGBTQ+ Older Adults. A certificate of completion will be available for those who participate in all four sessions.
About Your Instructors
Patricia Burbank, DNsC
Dr. Patricia Burbank is a retired professor at the University of Rhode Island, College of Nursing. She holds a master’s degree as a gerontological clinical nurse specialist and a doctoral degree in nursing science, both from Boston University. Her three books and many articles span the areas of health behavior change; improving the health of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) elders; changing attitudes toward older adults; and theory development.
Prof. Tim Anderson,
M.Ed., ACC/EDU, CPC, CIPG
Prof. Anderson is the Programming and Operations Coordinator for Pride in Aging Rhode Island, as well as Chair of the Education Subcommittee. He has spoken nationally and locally on how to provide culturally competent, dementia-friendly recreation programming to residents in long-term care communities. He holds a bachelor's degree in music from the University of Rhode Island and a master’s degree in Instructional Design and Technology from the American College of Education. He is a certified Life Coach through the Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC) and Activity Consultant through the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP).
June LGBTQ+ In-Person Cafe
The Cafe offers LGBT individuals and their friends age 60 and older a hot, nutritious meal in a friendly, centrally located environment.
Providence Pride
Come see us at Providence Pride!
Details: https://prideri.org/pridefest/
Creating Welcoming LTC Communities - Part 3
Pride Webinar Series:
Providing Quality Care for
Older LGBTQ+ Adults Part 3
Part 3: LGBTQ+ Health Disparities, Caregiving, Dementia, and End of Life Care*
In this session, participants will:
Describe physical and mental health disparities faced by LGBTQ+ older
adults.
Discuss caregiving experiences and end-of-life care for LGBTQ+ older adults.
Summarize issues around dementia and dementia care for LGBTQ+ older adults.
*Providing Quality Care for Older LGBTQ+ Adults is a four-part webinar series for healthcare providers. Session 1 introduces participants to the lives, history, and identity of LGBTQ+ Older Adults. A certificate of completion will be available for those who participate in all four sessions.
About Your Instructors
Patricia Burbank, DNsC
Dr. Patricia Burbank is a retired professor at the University of Rhode Island, College of Nursing. She holds a master’s degree as a gerontological clinical nurse specialist and a doctoral degree in nursing science, both from Boston University. Her three books and many articles span the areas of health behavior change; improving the health of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) elders; changing attitudes toward older adults; and theory development.
Prof. Tim Anderson,
M.Ed., ACC/EDU, CPC, CIPG
Prof. Anderson is the Programming and Operations Coordinator for Pride in Aging Rhode Island, as well as Chair of the Education Subcommittee. He has spoken nationally and locally on how to provide culturally competent, dementia-friendly recreation programming to residents in long-term care communities. He holds a bachelor's degree in music from the University of Rhode Island and a master’s degree in Instructional Design and Technology from the American College of Education. He is a certified Life Coach through the Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC) and Activity Consultant through the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP).
Woonsocket Pride
Come see us at Woonsocket Pride!
Details: https://www.woonsocketpride.org/
Creating Welcoming LTC Communities - Part 2
Pride Webinar Series:
Providing Quality Care for
Older LGBTQ+ Adults Part 2
Part 2: Discrimination and Health Disparities*
In this session, participants will:
Describe the extent and types of discrimination experienced by LGBTQ+ older adults.
Discuss the effects of discrimination on the health of LGBTQ+ older adults.
Discuss legal and policy issues that affect discrimination against LGBTQ+ people.
Describe the strengths of LGBTQ+ older adults that act as protective factors in increasing resilience.
*Providing Quality Care for Older LGBTQ+ Adults is a four-part webinar series for healthcare providers. Session 1 introduces participants to the lives, history, and identity of LGBTQ+ Older Adults. A certificate of completion will be available for those who participate in all four sessions.
About Your Instructors
Patricia Burbank, DNsC
Dr. Patricia Burbank is a retired professor at the University of Rhode Island, College of Nursing. She holds a master’s degree as a gerontological clinical nurse specialist and a doctoral degree in nursing science, both from Boston University. Her three books and many articles span the areas of health behavior change; improving the health of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) elders; changing attitudes toward older adults; and theory development.
Prof. Tim Anderson,
M.Ed., ACC/EDU, CPC, CIPG
Prof. Anderson is the Programming and Operations Coordinator for Pride in Aging Rhode Island, as well as Chair of the Education Subcommittee. He has spoken nationally and locally on how to provide culturally competent, dementia-friendly recreation programming to residents in long-term care communities. He holds a bachelor's degree in music from the University of Rhode Island and a master’s degree in Instructional Design and Technology from the American College of Education. He is a certified Life Coach through the Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC) and Activity Consultant through the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP).
June Virtual LGBTQ+ Cafe
Virtual Café
Pride in Aging RI holds a Zoom meeting for socializing and strengthening the community. At each meeting, we touch base with participants and host a speaker providing an update on an LGBTQ+ organization or information on community resources. Pride in Aging RI (formerly SAGE-RI) gratefully acknowledges AARP Rhode Island’s ongoing support and generous sponsorship of the Pride in Aging RI Café.
We host a virtual cafe monthly on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 12:00 - 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
Let's Check-In & Spend Time Together!
Or use this QR Code:
Thank you to our virtual café sponsor!
North Kingstown Pride
Come see us at North Kingstown Pride!
Details: https://www.facebook.com/p/NK-Pride-61555978564273/
Creating Welcoming LTC Communities - Part 1
Pride Webinar Series:
Providing Quality Care for
Older LGBTQ+ Adults Part 1
Thursday, June 4, 2026 - 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Via Zoom
Part 1: Who are LGBTQ+ Older Adults?*
In this session, participants will:
Define key terms to bring awareness and understanding of LGBTQ)+ older adults.
Describe historical events that have shaped the lives of LGBTQ+ Older Adults.
Discuss population characteristics of LGBTQ+ Older adults.
*Providing Quality Care for Older LGBTQ+ Adults is a four-part webinar series for healthcare providers. Session 1 introduces participants to the lives, history, and identity of LGBTQ+ Older Adults. A certificate of completion will be available for those who participate in all four sessions.
About Your Instructors
Patricia Burbank, DNsC
Dr. Patricia Burbank is a retired professor at the University of Rhode Island, College of Nursing. She holds a master’s degree as a gerontological clinical nurse specialist and a doctoral degree in nursing science, both from Boston University. Her three books and many articles span the areas of health behavior change; improving the health of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) elders; changing attitudes toward older adults; and theory development.
Prof. Tim Anderson,
M.Ed., ACC/EDU, CPC, CIPG
Prof. Anderson is the Programming and Operations Coordinator for Pride in Aging Rhode Island, as well as Chair of the Education Subcommittee. He has spoken nationally and locally on how to provide culturally competent, dementia-friendly recreation programming to residents in long-term care communities. He holds a bachelor's degree in music from the University of Rhode Island and a master’s degree in Instructional Design and Technology from the American College of Education. He is a certified Life Coach through the Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC) and Activity Consultant through the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP).
May LGBTQ+ In-Person Cafe
The Cafe offers LGBT individuals and their friends age 60 and older a hot, nutritious meal in a friendly, centrally located environment.
Solidarity & Songs for Honoring LGBTQ+ Elders Day
Solidarity and Songs - Celebrating National Honor Our LGBTQ+ Elders Day. Thursday, May 14, 2026 from 2:00 - 3:30 PM. Featuring Tiara Mack, RI State Senator & Songs by the Raging Grannies.
May Virtual LGBTQ+ Cafe
Virtual Café
Pride in Aging RI holds a Zoom meeting for socializing and strengthening the community. At each meeting, we touch base with participants and host a speaker providing an update on an LGBTQ+ organization or information on community resources. Pride in Aging RI (formerly SAGE-RI) gratefully acknowledges AARP Rhode Island’s ongoing support and generous sponsorship of the Pride in Aging RI Café.
We host a virtual cafe monthly on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 12:00 - 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
Let's Check-In & Spend Time Together!
Or use this QR Code:
Thank you to our virtual café sponsor!
April LGBTQ+ In-Person Cafe
The Cafe offers LGBT individuals and their friends age 60 and older a hot, nutritious meal in a friendly, centrally located environment.
April Virtual LGBTQ+ Cafe
Virtual Café
Pride in Aging RI holds a Zoom meeting for socializing and strengthening the community. At each meeting, we touch base with participants and host a speaker providing an update on an LGBTQ+ organization or information on community resources. Pride in Aging RI (formerly SAGE-RI) gratefully acknowledges AARP Rhode Island’s ongoing support and generous sponsorship of the Pride in Aging RI Café.
We host a virtual cafe monthly on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 12:00 - 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
Let's Check-In & Spend Time Together!
Or use this QR Code:
Thank you to our virtual café sponsor!
March LGBTQ+ In-Person Cafe
The Cafe offers LGBT individuals and their friends age 60 and older a hot, nutritious meal in a friendly, centrally located environment.
March Virtual LGBTQ+ Cafe
Virtual Café
Pride in Aging RI holds a Zoom meeting for socializing and strengthening the community. At each meeting, we touch base with participants and host a speaker providing an update on an LGBTQ+ organization or information on community resources. Pride in Aging RI (formerly SAGE-RI) gratefully acknowledges AARP Rhode Island’s ongoing support and generous sponsorship of the Pride in Aging RI Café.
We host a virtual cafe monthly on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 12:00 - 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
Let's Check-In & Spend Time Together!
Or use this QR Code:
Thank you to our virtual café sponsor!
February LGBTQ+ In-Person Cafe
The Cafe offers LGBT individuals and their friends age 60 and older a hot, nutritious meal in a friendly, centrally located environment.
February Virtual LGBTQ+ Cafe
Virtual Café
Pride in Aging RI holds a Zoom meeting for socializing and strengthening the community. At each meeting, we touch base with participants and host a speaker providing an update on an LGBTQ+ organization or information on community resources. Pride in Aging RI (formerly SAGE-RI) gratefully acknowledges AARP Rhode Island’s ongoing support and generous sponsorship of the Pride in Aging RI Café.
We host a virtual cafe monthly on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 12:00 - 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
Let's Check-In & Spend Time Together!
Or use this QR Code:
Thank you to our virtual café sponsor!
January LGBTQ+ In-Person Cafe
The Cafe offers LGBT individuals and their friends age 60 and older a hot, nutritious meal in a friendly, centrally located environment.
Out and About: Holocaust Education Center
Pride in Aging Rhode Island invites you to join us for a meaningful afternoon at The Providence Holocaust Museum. Together, we will honor history, reflect on resilience, and deepen our understanding of the stories that shape our world.
January Virtual LGBTQ+ Cafe
Virtual Café
Pride in Aging RI holds a Zoom meeting for socializing and strengthening the community. At each meeting, we touch base with participants and host a speaker providing an update on an LGBTQ+ organization or information on community resources. Pride in Aging RI (formerly SAGE-RI) gratefully acknowledges AARP Rhode Island’s ongoing support and generous sponsorship of the Pride in Aging RI Café.
We host a virtual cafe monthly on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 12:00 - 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
Let's Check-In & Spend Time Together!
Or use this QR Code:
Thank you to our virtual café sponsor!
December LGBTQ+ In-Person Cafe
The Cafe offers LGBT individuals and their friends age 60 and older a hot, nutritious meal in a friendly, centrally located environment.
December Virtual LGBTQ+ Cafe
Virtual Café
Pride in Aging RI holds a Zoom meeting for socializing and strengthening community. At each meeting we touch base with participants and host a speaker providing an up-date on an LGBT organization or information on community resources. Pride in Aging RI (formerly SAGE-RI) gratefully acknowledges AARP Rhode Island’s ongoing support and generous sponsorship of the Pride in Aging RI Café.
We host a virtual cafe monthly on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 12:00 - 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
Let's Check-In & Spend Time Together!
Or use this QR Code:
Thank you to our virtual café sponsor!
November In-Person LGBTQ+ Cafe
The Cafe offers LGBT individuals and their friends age 60 and older a hot, nutritious meal in a friendly, centrally located environment.