Exploring The Experience of Gender Transitioning: An Evening of Support and Acceptance with Author Jillian Celentano

Join us for an empowering and positive event with local author Jillian Celentano, whose book Transitioning Later in Life explains how to deal with clocking and discrimination, body dysphoria and the importance of maintaining your physical and mental health. Hear Jillian read excerpts from her book about beginning her transition at the age of 55 and how she has been able to live authentically as her true self. There will be a Q&A and book signing following the readings.

Monday, Sept. 21, 2026
6 p.m.
Griffin Hospital Community
Health Resource Center
130 Division Street, Derby

About the Author

Jillian Celentano is a transgender woman who began her transition in 2016 at the age of 55. She is a licensed social worker, advocate, board member on the Agency on Aging, and has organized support groups for transgender/gender diverse children and young adults. Jillian co-authored two published transgender studies at Yale University and wrote “Transitioning Later in Life: A Personal Guide.” She is a Medical Educator/Standardized Patient at Yale University and Quinnipiac University and has a private practice as a licensed therapist and educator for the transgender/gender expansive community.

All attendees will receive a free copy of Transitioning Later in Life

Seating is limited and registration is required. Register below or contact the Community Health Resource Center at griflib@griffinhealth.org or 203-732-7399.