Opening Doors is the only charity in the UK dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ people over 50. However, we are currently facing a crisis where we urgently need to raise £120,000 by Spring 2024 or we face closure. By making a donation to our Emergency Appeal, you can ensure we can continue to be there for our members who depend on us daily for support. Read more
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Discover our LGBTQ+ training for health and social care professionals Read more
Read our policy on accessibility for our site Read more
Our Volunteer Ambassadors are all LGBTQ+ people over 50 who use their skills and experience amplify the voices of LGBTQ+ people over 50 in a variety of policy, research and media environments. We work with health and service providers in local and national government, academic institutions and NGOs and local, national and LGBTQ+- specific organisations, discussing the specific needs and experiences of people from our community. If this sounds like you we'd love to hear from you! Read more
Get one-to-one social support from our trained volunteers Read more
Our monthly social meetup for our bisexual and pansexual members at a brand new LGBTQ+ space in Blackfriars. Every fourth Monday, 6.30 - 8.00 pm Read more
Find out how you can take action and support the wider Black Lives Matter movement. Read more
Can you interpret BSL and help us support people with hearing impairment? Read more
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Free will service for LGBTQ+ people Read more
Make new friends or catch up with old ones over a cuppa with our weekly social hosted by friendly and experienced volunteers. Every Friday 1.00 to 3.00 pm. Read more
Right now one of the biggest challenges facing small charities like Opening Doors is funding. There is a huge and proven need for the services we provide (and more) but without more funding the people we could support are left to fend for themselves. Therefore we are expanding our Fundraising Team and as part of that strategy we are recruiting Fundraising and Comms volunteers. Read more
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A handy guide with practical information and advice Read more
After a long hiatus owing to the pandemic, we are delighted to bring back this popular social over a few drinks. Fourth Sunday of every month, from 2.00 pm Read more
Find out about our regular groups and social events Read more
After a long hiatus owing to the pandemic, we are delighted to bring back this popular group for aspiring artists of all abilities. First and third Wednesday of every month, 2.00 - 4.00 pm Read more
THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF LGBTQ+ PEOPLE OVER 50 Read more
We have once again partnered with London Friend to host this popular group. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 12.30-2.30 pm Read more
Join us for gentle strolls and conversation around the capital. Takes place most months (dates vary). Read more
Get to know some of our corporate partners! Read more
A monthly social group for all Opening Doors members from Black Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and communities are most welcome. Read more