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Among LGBTQ+ elders,?many singles and couples are estranged from their families of birth, usually?the largest source of support when?long-term care?is needed. Many in the LGBTQ+ community are?reliant on "families of choice" for their support. Sadly, some elders don’t have many folks they can include in their “family of choice”, so we must provide long-term care service options that can serve as beacons of support and acceptance. ?? #chosenfamily #LGBTQAging #CulturalCompetency #Caregiving #EqualHealthcareforAll #LGBTQ Learn what the best practices in inclusive care are for FREE today – register for SAGECare’s webinar on 12/5 at 1 PM EST: https://lnkd.in/e33s2M5S??

SAGECare, a leading innovator in LGBTQ+ cultural competency training for elder care, announces its expansion to the United Kingdom through a strategic partnership with LGBT Foundation?and filmmaker Julia Alcamo. “Understanding the diverse needs of the LGBTQ+ aging community is about a commitment to excellence in care,” states Michele Giordano, MSW, Executive Director of SAGEVenture and head of SAGECare. “Our partnership with LGBT Foundation will allow SAGECare to provide our innovative and accessible training and consulting across the U.K., greatly improving the inclusivity of care environments and the quality of care for our community.” ?????? Learn more about SAGECare's work and the launch of SAGECare in the UK here:?https://loom.ly/yyVJcb0 #WeRefusetoBeInvisible?#LongTermCare?#LGBTQAging?#SocialEnterprise

On #TransDayOfRemembrance, SAGE reaffirms our commitment to uplifting our trans elders. Trans elder Renata reminds us: ”Trans folks, you are included. We care about you, and we're working towards helping you because we realize how important you have been to our community." Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR) originated 25 years ago in 1999 to honor Rita Hester — a trans woman whose life was taken out of hatred. We are so grateful to our trans elders who courageously showed up as they are, especially during times when the world did not recognize or accept transgender folks. Today, we affirm your experience. No matter where you are in your journey or how you choose to express yourself, your identity is valid, and you deserve to live as your most authentic self. Thank you for being you, and for giving others the space to express their true gender. ?????? Earn your SAGECare credential to show your care competency for trans folks today: sagecare.org #TDOR #WeRefusetoBeInvisible #LGBTQAging

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LGBTQ+ elders fail to receive screenings, diagnoses and treatment for important medical problems. And, 22% of LGBTQ+ older people do not reveal sexual orientation to physicians. In some states health care providers can decline to treat or provide certain necessary treatments to individuals based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. Our elders deserve to show up to their healthcare appointments as who they are, to make sure they’re getting the full care they need.??? #LGBTQAging #CulturalCompetency #Caregiving #LGBTQ #LGBTQElders Learn what the best practices in inclusive care are for FREE today – register for SAGECare’s webinar on 12/5 at 1 PM EST: https://lnkd.in/e33s2M5S??

?? Only about half of all caregivers have another unpaid caregiver to help them, and about 2/3 of family of choice caregivers, many of whom identify as LGBTQ+, provide sole care (43%) or are the primary caregiver (25%). ? ?? This #NationalFamilyCaregiverMonth, we're honoring our caregivers, especially our LGBTQ+ caregivers. Without them, our LGBTQ+ elders could not receive the safe and affirming support they deserve. ? Make sure your organization is equipped with cutting-edge cultural competency to make long term care affirming and safe for LGBTQ+ elders. Check out SAGECare's trainings and other offerings today ?? sagecare.org?

?? LGBTQ+ caregivers make up 9% of the 34.2 million Americans caring for adults over age 50, which is an estimated 3 million people. ? ?? This #NationalFamilyCaregiverMonth, we're honoring our caregivers, especially our LGBTQ+ caregivers. Without them, our LGBTQ+ elders could not receive the safe and affirming support they deserve. ? Make sure your organization is equipped with cutting-edge cultural competency to make long term care affirming and safe for LGBTQ+ elders. Check out SAGECare's trainings and other offerings today ?? sagecare.org?

?? Did you know? 1 in 5 LGBTQ+ people provide care for those in need of Long Term Care compared to 1 in 6 non-LGBTQ+ people. ?? This #NationalFamilyCaregiverMonth, we're honoring our caregivers, especially our LGBTQ+ caregivers. Without them, our LGBTQ+ elders could not receive the safe and affirming support they deserve. ? Make sure your organization is equipped with cutting-edge cultural competency to make long term care affirming and safe for LGBTQ+ elders. Check out SAGECare's trainings and other offerings today ?? sagecare.org

LGBTQ+ elders are at an exceptionally high risk of distress in nursing homes. LGBTQ+ adults in long-term care facilities risk facing distress from potentially hostile staff and fellow residents, denial of visits from partners and family of choice, and refusal to allow same-sex partners to room together.??? Learn what the best practices in inclusive care are for FREE today – register for SAGECare’s webinar on 12/5 at 1 PM EST: https://lnkd.in/e33s2M5S??

Did you know? LGBTQ+ elders are: ?? Less likely to have health insurance coverage ?? More likely to delay or not seek medical care ?? Facing barriers to access as older adults due to isolation and a?lack of culturally competent providers. One study found 13% of older LGBT adults were denied or provided inferior health care. ??More likely to?delay?or not get needed?prescription medications ?? More likely to receive health care services in?emergency rooms Learn what the best practices in inclusive care are – register for SAGECare’s FREE webinar on 12/5 at 1 PM EST: https://lnkd.in/e33s2M5S??