50+ HangOuts

What is 50+ HangOuts? | Why is this group needed? | What happens at the group? | Why come to a HangOut? | Ground Rules

To book a ticket for any HangOut please book through Eventbrite

What is 50+ HangOuts

50+ HangOuts is a twice monthly friendly and welcoming online Zoom social and support group for older LGBTQ+ people, who want to connect with each other and discuss topics and take part in creative workshops, with an aim to reduce isolation (including social, cultural physical and geographical).

We meet online on Zoom every 2nd and last Tuesdays of the month 7 - 8.30pm (times may vary)

Why is this group needed?

Being older and LGBTQ+ can be a challenge as a lot of LGBTQ+ culture is focused with being young and partying, which is fine for younger people, but we know as the years roll on, we want more and to meet people in different ways.

To help you feel more connected with each other we’re starting this new group. We hope you’ll be able to meet online with other LGBTQ+ people to chat, share stories, make new friends, and hopefully have fun.

What happens at the group?

We usually start off with intro's and ground rules, followed by a 'check-in' with each other and then a topic discussion and/or activity.

You're welcome to spend more time listening than speaking and you are not expected to tell us about your sexuality or gender unless you want to. At the end of the event, you will be asked to fill out a quick anonymous survey to help us with valuable feedback so we can continue to have relevant topics and improve your experience.

You will receive a link for the Zoom meeting after signing up, and a reminder shortly before the Zoom HangOut.

Why come to a HangOut?

Here are some reasons people have said the come to our Zoom HangOuts:

To meet new people who I would not encounter in person
They are more accessible to me due to my health requirements
I don't have to worry about people I know seeing me while I am out
I can fit them into my day easily and still come along when I'm busy
Socialising can be really hard and awkward, I find it easier on Zoom.

Please note to make the online Zoom space as safe and inclusive as we can:

When you first enter the waiting room on Zoom your first name on your ticket needs to match your first name on Zoom before we can then let you in.
Please use your pronouns (if you have one) next to your name on Zoom (if you are able to).
We believe by having your Zoom camera turned on you might benefit from seeing some friendly faces and can make other people feel safer. But there is no pressure to do so, if you do not feel safe to do so or there are other health related reasons.

Ground Rules

Our Group Agreement is informed by your feedback in creating ‘safe spaces’ that are welcoming, inclusive and encourage participation. We are making sure that everyone who books a ticket for a HangOuts, is aware of the commitment for everyone that attends.

https://www.lgbthero.org.uk/online-group-agreement

Please join the session with your mics on mute.

When someone else is speaking, we ask that you keep yourselves on mute (muting also helps with any background noise interference.)

Please be respectful. We have zero tolerance for any kind of bullying/harassment. Anyone who exhibits this behaviour will be removed from the sessions.

You are welcome to leave at anytime if you feel uncomfortable or anxious, or feel triggered. Please let the group facilitator know as a direct message on the chat function or via email and we will get back to you.

Do not attempt to contact members outside the group unless they have made it clear they consent for you to do so.

The group is facilitated by Dan Singh who is a British-born gay man of South Asian heritage. Dan has worked in health and wellbeing for over 20 years with LGBTQ+ communities.

Dan will facilitate a safe online space for people to explore general and specific issues related to their gender and sexuality from lived experiences.

If you want to find out more, or perhaps want to have a chat before attending the group then please contact Dan at

[email protected]

Please understand we are not a crisis service, we can do our best to support you or answer questions but we are primarily a social support group. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis please follow THIS link.

There is also further support you can access.

We also have a find out service too.

This group is funded by City Bridge Trust.

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