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How are you taking care of yourself? Find resources to take care of yourself at sageusa.org/selfcare, and if you have good tips you want to share with others, let us know in the comments below!

Even though the presidential election results are not yet finalized, we can celebrate the election of so many openly LGBTQ candidates! These newly-elected leaders stand on the shoulders of our elders, who paved the way for the progress we are making today. Representation in government matters and we applaud this progress! Read more here: https://theconversation.com/rainbow-wave-of-lgbtq-candidate.

SAGE, Diverse Elders Coalition, and National Alliance for Caregiving are hosting a webinar next week for caregivers and those who have a chronic disease, disability, or health condition with information and resources on essential support and services during the pandemic. Learn more and RSVP at bit.ly/31pAnPK

There is no shame in feeling anxious or stressed. But remember, once you've voted, you've done all you can. Tonight, and in the days and weeks that follow the #2020Election, remember to be kind to yourself and others around you. Find some great self-care tips at sageusa.org/selfcare.

Thanks to generous support from the NYC COVID-19 Response and Impact Fund, and our incredible partners LiveOn NY and Citymeals on Wheels, we were able to distribute emergency care packs to older New Yorkers.

Checklists have been created, plans have been made, and now it is time for the final step! Have you completed your #SAGEVoter checklist by voting today? Let us know in the comments below!

Today is #ElectionDay which means it is time to get out and #VOTE! Please be as safe as possible today if you are going to the polls and take care of one another!

Don't miss out! SCOTUS will be hearing the Fulton case tomorrow & we will have a virtual town hall to discuss the arguments & more that night. RSVP: www.OurDayInCourt.org.

This year has been hard, and many of us are stressed, anxious, exhausted, or emotionally drained. But remember: you are not alone. Here are some great resources for coping with stress and practicing self-care: https://www.sageusa.org/taking-care-of-each-other-taking-c/.

Space Coast Pride is hosting a virtual Pride event: PRIDE WHERE YOU ARE 2020! Join them on Saturday, 11/7 at 2pm Learn more: https://fb.me/e/38x7zhShT #PWYA2020, #SCP2020, #SpaceCoastPride

Is there an #LGBTelder or an #LGBT youth who you can support this year? Don't wait! Find resources at sageusa.org/sagevoter! #SAGEVoter

Kai is taking what he has learned from our community elders to step up as a role model for his peers and help build a better world for all LGBT people. What can you share? Teach? Pass on? Sign up for #SAGEConnect to receive calls and be a role model for those who need it. Visit: sageusa.org/sageconnect. ... The GenderCool Project #LGBTHistoryMonth #SAGEConnect #BeYou

URGENT Take action before #LGBTHistoryMonth ends! Tag someone you who lives in Florida and ask them to send a letter to Senators Scott and Rubio demanding that they take state and national non-discrimination policy seriously! Send your letter at sageusa.org/FLProtectLGBT

With Election Day coming up, many are riddled with uncertainty and fear about what comes next. This isn’t going to be like any we’ve seen before - it will likely be weeks before we know the official results, which can cause emotional, mental, and physical discomfort. We must all know when to take a step back, and remember to take care of ourselves through this stressful time. Find some useful strategies and tips for self-care here: https://www.sageusa.org/taking-care-of-each-other-taking-c/