Older Islanders who are part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community can face their own unique set of challenges, and a new program from PEERS Alliance looks to help meet those needs.

It's called Rainbow Elders, and the group is hosting a free lunch on Sunday at 1 p.m. at the Rodd Charlottetown Hotel.

Michelle Jay, one of the volunteers organizing the program, said the event is meant to create a space for community members to support each other through the transition into elderhood, and open conversations abou…