As a group, the LGBTQ+ population faces unique stressors associated with being a minority. They may have a higher chance of being affected by poverty, unique health conditions, and mistreatment in care facilities. They can encounter duel discrimination based on both their age and also their sexual orientation. Social isolation is often a challenge with this group as they may live alone and not have children. Any of these challenges may be compounded if they are also a minority race or have a disability.
We continue to advocate for minority aging populations through shared resources.
If you believe any should be added here, let us know at [email protected].
We continue to advocate for minority aging populations through shared resources.
If you believe any should be added here, let us know at [email protected].
RESOURCES
The National resource center on lgbtq+ Aging
https://www.lgbtagingcenter.org/
"The National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging is the country's first and only technical assistance resource center focused on improving the quality of services and supports offered to lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender older adults, their families and caregivers."
Resources include a library, referrals, technical assistance, education, elder hotline, and ways to get involved.
Hotline
877-360-LGBT(5428)
The SAGE LGBTQ+ Elder Hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in English and Spanish, with translation in 180 languages.
"The National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging is the country's first and only technical assistance resource center focused on improving the quality of services and supports offered to lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender older adults, their families and caregivers."
Resources include a library, referrals, technical assistance, education, elder hotline, and ways to get involved.
Hotline
877-360-LGBT(5428)
The SAGE LGBTQ+ Elder Hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in English and Spanish, with translation in 180 languages.
Sage Connect - phone buddy program
A program of the National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging
https://www.sageusa.org/x2-sageconnect/
From their website:
SAGEConnect is a phone-buddy program that matches LGBTQ+ elders with volunteers for weekly phone calls.This program is free and open to all self-identified LGBTQ+ elders and accepts volunteers on a rolling basis as space provides. Whether you are feeling isolated, living in an area without a large LGBTQ+ community, or simply looking for a new friend, SAGEConnect is a safe and easy way to stay connected."
https://www.sageusa.org/x2-sageconnect/
From their website:
SAGEConnect is a phone-buddy program that matches LGBTQ+ elders with volunteers for weekly phone calls.This program is free and open to all self-identified LGBTQ+ elders and accepts volunteers on a rolling basis as space provides. Whether you are feeling isolated, living in an area without a large LGBTQ+ community, or simply looking for a new friend, SAGEConnect is a safe and easy way to stay connected."
LGBTQ Caregiver
Language Guidance When Serving LGBTQ+ Populations
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