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Flu, COVID-19, and RSV Vaccines: Reasons to Get Vaccinated This Season
Respiratory viruses like flu, COVID-19, and RSV can spread quickly in your community, especially during the fall and winter seasons. Some people are at higher risk of getting seriously sick or ending up in the hospital if they get infected with one of these viruses. The good news is that flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines…

October 2024

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HIV and Aging Creating Age Friendly Communities for All
Participants of this webinar will have a unique opportunity to learn from individuals with lived experience navigating HIV, and begin to discuss national, state, and community policies and programs that support their unique needs for our shared work creating age-friendly communities. This webinar features a discussion by Terri Wilder, SAGE HIV and Aging Policy Advocate.

August 2024 | Minnesota Leadership Council on Aging

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LGBTQI+ Older Adults – Know Your Rights
The Biden-Harris Administration has taken important steps to improve Federal protections for LGBTQI+ older adults and reinforce their rights to be free from discrimination in health care. This document provides an overview of rules that protect older LGBTQI+ adults.

August 2024 | US Department of Health and Human Services

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Invisible No More: The Importance of Asking Demographic Questions Inclusive of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
First published in the June 2024, Medicare Messenger eNews, this blog discusses the importance of asking LGBTQ+ inclusive intake questions.

August 2024

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Preparing to Engage with In-Home Aging Services: Tips for LGBTQ+ People

As we age, there may be times when we need to invite home and community based service providers into our homes. The fact sheet provides you with things to consider before, during and after the services are provided in your home.

August 2024 | Madeleine Thompson

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Fireside Chat: Advanced Planning for Healthcare Needs within LGBTQ+ Communities

This webinar explores the importance of advance planning to help ensure your wishes are followed should you not be able to advocate for yourself.

August 2024

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What Does the OAA Regulatory Update Mean for LGBTQ+ People and People Living with HIV?

Designed for LGBTQ+ Advocates – This fact sheet highlights important changes to Older Americans Act Regulations from the Administration for Community Living, which have updated requirements for ACL-funded entities in their service delivery. It also provides how to make the case for LGBTQ+ and HIV inclusion, what this means for LGBTQ+ and HIV specific community organizations, and how to get started in advocating for a more inclusive Aging Network.

August 2024 | SAGE

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What Does the OAA Regulatory Update Mean for LGBTQ+ People, People Living with HIV, and Those that Serve Them?

Designed for the Aging Network – This fact sheet highlights important changes to Older Americans Act Regulations from the Administration for Community Living that ACL-funded entities should know about when planning and delivering services and supports, including updates to the definition of greatest social need, how to make the case for LGBTQ+ and HIV-inclusive services, and resources to help implement the regulations.

August 2024 | SAGE

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Preventing Elder Abuse: LGBTQ+ Elder Justice

The National Center on Elder Abuse and SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging developed this presentation to support public awareness related to elder justice and LGBTQ+ communities. You are encouraged to use these materials in your community and networks.

August 2024 | National Center on Elder Abuse and SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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LGBTQ+ Advance Care Planning Toolkit

A step-by-step guide for the LGBTQ+ community in preparing for healthcare needs and end-of-life decisions.

August 2024 | Eliza Giles

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Planning For Lifelong Care: Guiding Questions For Transgender & Non-Binary People Webinar

The SAGE National Resource Center is joined by the Transgender Law Center for the webinar Planning for Lifelong Care Webinar – Guiding Questions for Transgender & Non-binary People to Plan for Dementia and Other Serious Illnesses.

August 2024

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New Mexico SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** O.R.C.A. Older Rainbow Community/Coalition of Albuquerque (ORCA) A program of the…

July 2024

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North Dakota SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** North Dakota Human Rights Coalition We exist to promote human rights…

July 2024

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Nebraska SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** OutNebraska OutNebraska is dedicated to empowering, celebrating, and growing LGBTQIA2S+ communities…

July 2024

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Oklahoma SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** OKEQ Seniors OKEQ Seniors seeks equal rights for LGBTQ+ elders and…

July 2024

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Texas SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Rainbow Connections ATX Rainbow Connections ATX (RCATX) exists to improve the…

July 2024

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Minnesota SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Transgender, Nonbinary, and Bigender (TNB) Elders Social Club We are transgender,…

July 2024

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Iowa SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** One Iowa One Iowa is a catalyst for improving the lives…

July 2024

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Missouri SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Missourians Aging with Pride Missourians Aging with Pride strives to enhance…

July 2024

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Louisiana SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** New Orleans Advocates for LGBTQ+ Elders – NOAGE  New Orleans Advocates…

July 2024

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Wisconsin SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Milwaukee LGBTQ+ Community Center Milwaukee LGBTQ+ Community Center strives to advocate…

July 2024

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Illinois SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Center on Halsted Center on Halsted provides an array of programs…

July 2024

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Mississippi SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** We the Positive / My Brother’s Keeper We the Positive South…

July 2024

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Alabama SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Magic City Acceptance Center (MCAC)  MCAC is an affirming space for…

July 2024

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Tennesse SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Inclusion Tennessee Our mission is to connect people, opportunities, and resources…

July 2024

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Kentucky SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Fairness Campaign Fairness Campaign strives to build a sense of community…

July 2024

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Indiana SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Damien Center  The Damien Center’s mission is to be a trusted…

July 2024

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Ohio SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Rainbow Pioneers Rainbow Pioneers celebrates the inherent worth and dignity of…

July 2024

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Maine SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** EqualityMaine Network EqualityMaine Network is dedicated to improving the quality of…

July 2024

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Michigan SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** MiGEN MiGEN aims to build awareness and promote change so that…

July 2024

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New York SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** The Rainbow Lounge The Rainbow Lounge provides services, professional resources, and…

July 2024

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Pennsylvania SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Elder Initiatives at William Way Elder Initiatives at William Way, a…

July 2024

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Massachusetts SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** The LGBTQIA+ Aging Project/Fenway Health The LGBTQIA+ Aging Project works toward…

July 2024

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Rhode Island SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Pride in Aging RI Pride in Aging RI serves as a…

July 2024

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Connecticut SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** New Haven Pride Center The New Haven Pride Center is a…

July 2024

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New Jersey SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Rainbow Elders of New Jersey Rainbow Elders of New Jersey is…

July 2024

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Delaware SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** CAMP Rehoboth We create proud and safe communities where gender identity…

July 2024

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Maryland SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** FreeState Justice FreeState Justice provides LGBTQ+ Marylanders direct legal services (estate…

July 2024

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District of Columbia SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Dignity Washington 50+ year old organization of LGBTQ+ Catholics providing worship…

July 2024

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North Carolina SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Carolina Aging Alliance Carolina Aging Alliance seeks to strengthen individual and…

July 2024

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Florida SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** SAGE of South Florida SAGE of South Florida enriches the lives…

July 2024

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Puerto Rico SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Waves Ahead SAGE Puerto Rico offers through community-based, local, and state advocacy efforts, and provides…

July 2024

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Colorado SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** West of 50+ West of 50+ builds a sense of community…

July 2024

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Arizona SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Duet Partners in Health & Aging We are a non-profit working…

July 2024

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Utah SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Silver Pride Silver Pride focuses on meeting the needs and improving…

July 2024

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Nevada SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ******************************************************************************************************************************   The LGBTQ+ Center of Southern Nevada The Center’s ACT III…

July 2024

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Alaska SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ******************************************************************************************************************************   A.R.E. Alaskan Rainbow Elders A.R.E. Alaskan Rainbow Elders is helping…

July 2024

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Washington SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Sound Alliance of Older LGBTQ Sound Alliance of Older LGBTQ is…

July 2024

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Oregon SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ******************************************************************************************************************************   Friendly House Elder Pride Services Friendly House Elder Pride Services…

July 2024

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National Honor LGBTQ+ Elder Day Resource Guide_2024 Update

May 16 is National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day, a time to pay tribute to those who have paved the way for the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) community to obtain and continue to seek important legislation and rights. We have numerous elders to thank for the strides made over the last several decades towards equality.

April 2024 | National Center on Elder Abuse and SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Addressing Disparities in Cardiovascular Disease Among LGBTQ+ Older People

LGBTQ+ adults face unique stressors due to their sexual orientation and gender
identity, putting them at higher risk for cardiovascular health disparities.

January 2024 | SAGE and Amgen Inc

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Abordar las disparidades relacionadas con las enfermedades cardiovasculares entre los adultos mayores LGBTQ+

Los adultos LGBTQ+ se enfrentan a factores de estrés únicos debido a su
orientación sexual e identidad de género, lo que los expone a un mayor riesgo de
disparidades relacionadas con la salud cardiovascular.

January 2024 | SAGE and Amgen Inc

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PLANIFICACIÓN anticipada de cuidados de salud para LGBTQ+

Una guía dirigida a los miembros de la comunidad LGBTQ+ con los pasos necesarios para prepararse ante eventuales necesidades de salud y decisiones sobre el final de la vida.

January 2024 | Eliza Giles MSN RN AGCNP CHPN SAGE Intern

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Planning for Lifelong Care Webinar Q&A

Written responses to question asked during the webinar Planning for Lifelong Care for Transgender and Nonbinary People.

December 2023 | Ames Simmons Duke Law

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Remembering LGBTQ+ History and the Stonewall Generation

A look back on the experiences and stories of the LGBTQ+ Stonewall generation with author and researcher, Dr. Jane Fleishman.

October 2023 | Dr. Jane Fleishman

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Long-Term Care Services and Supports: LGBTQ+ Equity

SAGE, the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) present this webinar on LGBTQ+ Equity and Elder Justice within the long-term care services and supports network.

September 2023 | SAGE, CFPB, FTC, NCEA

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You’ve Got This – Flu and COVID Vaccine Collaborative

The Aging and Disability Vaccination Collaborative,
powered by USAging, has partnered with
community providers in your area to make getting
your shots easy. Get access to services such as:
• Free local clinics
• Transportation to and from the clinics
• In-home vaccinations
• Onsite consultations from a healthcare expert

September 2023

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Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Part A Planning Councils: Address the Needs of Individuals Aging with HIV

This toolkit provides an overview of Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (RWHAP) Planning Councils, how they function, how individuals can get involved, and how Planning Councils can be used to advance the priorities of individuals aging with HIV.

September 2023 | SAGE

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Taking Pride in Brain Health: Parkinson’s Disease and the LGBTQ+ Community

Learn about brain health, Parkinson’s Disease and the LGBTQ+ community in this webinar hosted by the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research and SAGE.

September 2023 | hosted by: Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research and SAGE

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Planning for Lifelong Care: Guiding Questions for Transgender & Non-Binary People to Plan for Dementia and Other Serious Illness

This guide provides tips and resources on planning and care for transgender and non-binary people.

September 2023 | Simmons A. Madhav K. & Ortiz A. (2023). Planning for Lifelong Care: Guiding Questions for Transgender and Non-Binary People to Plan for Dementia and Other Serious Illness. Oakland CA: Transgender Law Center.

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Area Agencies on Aging: Local Leaders in Aging Well at Home

This brochure features an overview of the latest data gathered from AAAs
nationwide to provide a snapshot of the evolving role these vital agencies play in
the planning, development, coordination and delivery of a broad range of aging and other home and community-based services in every community in the United States.

August 2023 | USAging

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Depression and the LGBTQ+ Elder Community

If you’re an LGBTQ+ individual and experiencing symptoms of depression,
you are NOT alone. This fact sheet provides an overview of depression and resources available.

August 2023 | SAGE

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Equidad en salud para los adultos mayores LGBTQ+ de color: Comprometiendo a individuous, comuidades y organizaciones
Estados Unidos es un país cada vez más envejecido y diverso. Sin embargo, la forma en que solemos hablar de ello, especialmente en temas relacionados con la diversidad en adultos mayores, sigue estando por debajo de nuestras metas y mejores intenciones. Esto es especialmente cierto cuando hablamos de los adultos mayores LGBTQ+ de color. Desde…

July 2023 | SAGE

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Health Equity & LGBTQ+ Older Adults of Color: Engaging Individuals, Communities, and Organizations
The United States is becoming older and more diverse. Yet, how we often talk about and intervene on issues related to diversity in aging continues to fall short of our goals and best intentions. This is especially true for LGBTQ+ older adults of color. Taking an intersectional perspective, we know LGBTQ+ older adults of color…

July 2023 | SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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California SAGECollab Partners
LGBTQ+ elders are diverse and live in every region of our country, from urban neighborhoods to rural counties—and everywhere in between. Find local non-profit groups and organizations that engage in advocacy or provide services and programs to LGBTQ+ elders through our SAGECollab partners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert The LGBTQ Community Center…

July 2023

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Historia de la comunidad LGBTQ+

Esta grabación explora los eventos históricos relacionados que han dado forma a las comunidades LGBTQ+.

July 2023

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History of the LGBTQ+ Community

This recording explores the historical events related to that have shaped LGBTQ+ communities.

July 2023

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Abogacia comunitaria local

Esta grabación brinda una descripción general de los servicios y programas locales para personas mayores, cómo los defensores LGBTQ+ y las organizaciones como usted pueden involucrarse y cómo los Consejos Asesores para Personas Mayores pueden promover las prioridades y abordar las necesidades de las personas mayores LGBTQ+.

July 2023

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Local Community Advocacy

This recording provides an overview of local aging services and programs, how LGBTQ+ advocates and organizations like yourself can get involved, and how Aging Advisory Councils can advance the priorities and address the needs of older LGBTQ+ people.

July 2023

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Hechos sobre el enveiecimiento en personas LGBTQ+

Esta grabación proporciona una descripción general de los hechos relacionados con el envejecimiento LGBTQ+.

July 2023

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Facts on LGBTQ+ Aging

This recording provides a basic overview of facts associated with LGBTQ+ Aging.

July 2023 | SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Pride: Beyond the Rainbow Flag
Each June, rainbow flags wave from rooftops and flag poles as a visible sign of support for LGBTQ+ people. As quickly as the flags appear, they disappear, not to be seen for another year. The need for support and visibility continues even when the flags come down. SAGE’s National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging is…

June 2023 | Sherrill Wayland SAGE

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SAGECollab Partners

SAGECollab is a network of diverse non-profit LGBTQ+ organizations/groups throughout the country including Puerto Rico that are providing support, advocate for public policy changes, and inspire each other to better support and empower older LGBTQ+ people everywhere.

May 2023

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Rolling Up Our Sleeves with PRIDE: The Importance of Updated COVID Vaccines for LGBTQ+ Health

On May 18, 2023 SAGE hosted an engaging discussion about LGBTQ+ health and COVID vaccines. Hear from LGBTQ+ elders, researchers, and experts in the field.

May 2023

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Financial Wellness and Older LGBTQ+ People
This webinar,  provides an overview of SAGE’s financial wellness app, SAGECents, and how SAGE is creating a safe space for older LGBTQ+ people to learn more about their finances, as well as provide tools to save money, increase their credit scores and more. FTC’s new consumer education campaign – Money Matters: How to Spot, Avoid,…

May 2023 | Consumer Fraud Protection Bureau, Federal Trade Commission, National Center on Elder Abuse and SAGE

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Just Us – A Q&A with Researcher and Filmmaker Carey Candrian

Just Us: The longing and hope of LGBTQ people

May 2023 | Carey Candrian, PhD

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Q&A Response and Resources Coast to Coast LGBTQ+ Inclusive State Plans

Q&A Responses and Resources from recorded webinar, Coast to Coast: LGBTQ+ Inclusive State Plans.

April 2023

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Coast to Coast and Everywhere In Between: LGBTQ+ Inclusive State Planning
LGBTQ+ older adults have often been invisible to the aging network. The SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging has long worked with State Units on Aging and Disability to support the inclusion of older LGBTQ+ people in data collection, outreach and services. These efforts were strengthened by the inclusion of LGBTQ+ communities in the…

April 2023

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Preguntas inclusivas para adultos mayores: Una guía práctica para recopilar datos sobre orientación sexual e identidad de género
El Centro Nacional de Recursos sobre el Envejecimiento LGBTQ+ de SAGE fue creado con la finalidad de responder a la cierta necesidad de información, a nivel nacional, sobre este grupo poblacional único y diverso. Una de las primeras tareas que nos propusimos, fue la realización de la presente guía (actualizada posteriormente en 2016 y 2022)…

March 2023 | SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Inclusive Questions for Older Adults: A Practical Guide to Collecting Data on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

Updated in 2024 – This guide helps service providers learn how to ask questions about sexual orientation and gender identity to older adults in safe and respectful ways.

March 2023 | National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Ten Tips for Bi+ Inclusion in Programs and Services for LGBTQ Elders

This fact sheet explores tips for Bi+ inclusion in programs and services for LGBTQ elders.

March 2023 | Bisexual Resource Center

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LGBTQ+ Inclusive Intake + Engagement for Elder Justice Professionals

Many older people navigate a range of health, social, and economic concerns as they age. For older LGBTQ+ adults who have experienced historical harassment, stigma, and discrimination, these challenges can be even greater. This fact sheet provides elder justice professionals with tips and resources for engaging with LGBTQ+ adults.

February 2023 | NCEA Academy for Professional Excellence APSWI Keck School of Medicine SAGE National Resource Center

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LGBT Adults Aged 50 and Older In The US During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Using data from the U.S. Census Household Pulse Survey (HPS) collected July 21, 2021 to August 8,
2022, we explore the demographics, health, and economic experiences of older LGBT adults during the COVID-19 pandemic as compared with straight/cisgender older adults.

January 2023 | Williams Institute authored by Lauren J.A. Bouton Amanda M. Brush Ilan H. Meyer

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Q&A Responses From Planning to Action Webinar

This handout included Q&A responses and links to resources from the webinar, From Planning to Action: Highlights from LGBTQ+ Inclusive Area Agencies on Aging.

January 2023 | SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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From Planning to Action: LGBTQ+ Inclusive Area Agencies on Aging

On January 17, SAGE and the National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging hosted a virtual webinar featuring speakers from ACL and Area Agencies on Aging.

January 2023 | Hosted by SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Cuidados centrados en la persona y atención informada sobre el trauma para adultos mayores transgénero

La presente guía tiene como objeto explicar por qué y de qué manera brindar
Atención Informada sobre el Trauma a los adultos mayores transgénero en términos prácticos

January 2023 | FORGE and SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Person-centered, Trauma-informed Care of Transgender Older Adults

This guide aims to explain the why and how of providing person-centered and trauma-informed care to transgender older adults in practical language. The concepts shared in this
guide are useful for anyone working in health and aging services where a focus on
individualized support is optimal for overall health and well-being.

January 2023 | FORGE and SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Medicare y los Adultos Mayores Transgénero

Los adultos mayores transgénero poseen necesidades únicas de atención médica. A continuación le explicamos lo que Medicare está haciendo por ellos en la actualidad.

January 2023 | Justice in Aging State Health Insurance Assistance Program Senior Medicare Patrol and SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Medicare & Transgender Older Adults

Transgender older adults have unique health care needs. Here’s what Medicare is doing
to address them.

January 2023 | Justice in Aging State Health Insurance Assistance Program Senior Medicare Patrol and SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Matrimonio, Medicare y Medicaid: QUÉ DEBEN SABER LAS PAREJAS DEL MISMO SEXO

Claves para comprender de qué manera afecta el matrimonio los derechos a Medicare y Medicaid en las parejas casadas del mismo sexo.

January 2023 | Justice in Aging State Health Insurance Assistance Program Senior Medicare Patrol and SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Marriage, Medicare, and Medicaid: What Same-Sex Couples Need to Know

Tips for same-sex couples who are married or thinking about marriage so you can understand
how marriage affects Medicare and Medicaid rights.

January 2023 | Justice in Aging State Health Insurance Assistance Program Senior Medicare Patrol and SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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The Importance of Brain Health for LGBTQ+ Individuals

This fact sheet describes why LGBTQ+ people should care about brain health and steps we can take to improve brain health.

January 2023 | SAGE and Genetech

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Key Informant Perspectives on Supporting Health and Well-Being for LGBTQ+ Rural Residents, Policy Brief September 2022

This policy brief presents findings from interviews with national LGBTQ+ support
and advocacy organizations regarding challenges to physical and mental health and well-being for LGBTQ+ individuals in rural communities, as well as recommendations for improving the ability to meet the needs of LGBTQ+ individuals living in rural areas.

December 2022 | University of Minnesota Rural Health Research Center

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Supporting the Behavioral Health Workforce to Implement Best Practices for LGBTQ+ People

This tip sheet outlines actions leaders can take to support their workforce in
being more welcoming and inclusive.

December 2022 | Center of Excellence LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Equity

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LGBTQIA+ Behavioral Health Town Hall Resource Guide

Links to non-Federal organizations found on this resource guide are provided solely as a service to our users. These links do not constitute an endorsement of these organizations or their programs by HRSA or the Federal Government, and none should be inferred. HRSA and
HHS are not responsible for the content of the individual organization Web pages found at these links

December 2022 | Health Resources and Services Administration Office of Intergovernmental and External Affairs

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Language Guidance When Serving LGBTQ+ Populations

The Center of Excellence on LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Equity (CoE LGBTQ+ BHE) has created this language guidance related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression (SOGIE) as a resource for behavioral health practitioners to better understand the most recent language used in LGBTQ+ communities.

December 2022 | Center of Excellence LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Equity

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Making your State Plans on Aging LGBTQ+ and HIV+ Inclusive: Goals, Objectives, Strategies and Outcomes

This handout is a supplemental update to the resource guide Strengthen Your
State and Local Aging Plan: A Practical Guide for Expanding the Inclusion of LGBT Older Adults, published by the National Resource Center on LGBT in 2017.

December 2022 | National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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ARE YOU THE SAME-SEX SURVIVING SPOUSE OF A DECEASED VETERAN

In 2022, the Department of Veterans Affairs changed the way it awards benefits for same-sex and LGBTQ+ survivors of lost veterans., expanding the ways that dependents of those who served in the military can qualify for Disability and Indemnity Compensation. This resource discussed eligibility criteria and what to do if you are (or are not sure if you are) eligible!

December 2022 | SAGE Legal Services Center Harvard Law School New York Department of Veterans' Services and Minority Vets

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Webinar Resources – Finding an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Long-term Care Community

Resources provided during the webinar, Finding LGBTQ+ Inclusive Long-term Care Communities. View the webinar here:

November 2022

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Finding an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Long-term Care Community Webinar

On November 18, 2022, SAGE joined the HRC Foundation and AARP to present an informational webinar on finding an LGBTQ-inclusive long-term care community.

November 2022 | AARP, Human Rights Campaign Foundation, and SAGE

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LGBTQ+ Veteran Resources

The following resource links are available to assist LGBTQ+ Veteran. This list includes U.S. Department of Veterans Affiars (VA) resources and non-VA resources.

September 2022 | National Resource Center of LGBTQ+ Aging

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Monkeypox and Safer Sex

This fact sheet is provided by the CDC and discuss safer sex and Monkeypox.

August 2022 | CDC

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What To Do If You Suspect Monkeypox

Early detection can help stop the spread of monkeypox.
Know what to look for and what to do if you suspect monkeypox.

August 2022 | CDC

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Monkeypox (MPV): What to Know and How to Stay Safe
Want to keep yourself and your loved ones safe from the MPV virus (also known as Monkeypox), but not sure how? See this blog article from SAGE to help keep you informed on Monkeypox.

August 2022 | SAGE

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Overview of COVID-19 Vaccines

A facts sheet provided by the CDC on COVID-19 Vaccines.

August 2022 | CDC

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Myths and Facts about COVID-19 Vaccines

Bust Common Myths and the Learn the Facts

August 2022 | CDC

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Trastornos por uso de sustancias y adultos mayores LGBTQ+

Esta hoja informativa nos presenta información relacionada con los trastornos de sustancias y el uso excesivo dentro de las comunidades de adultos mayores LGBTQ+.

July 2022

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Envejecimiento rural para adultos mayores LGBTQ+

Esta hoja informativa explora el envejecimiento LGBTQ+ en las comunidades rurales, un segmento que a menudo se pasa por alto dentro de las comunidades LGBTQ+.

July 2022 | SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Cómo usar pronombres de género

Esta hoja informativa describe la importancia de los pronombres de género y cómo preguntar sobre los pronombres que usa una persona.

July 2022 | SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Equity Assessment Checklist

This equity self-assessment aims to help agencies determine how effectively they are
supporting communities of greatest social need. It also aims to aid in identifying areas of
growth. To get started, mark the boxes next to the actions your agency or team is taking
to be more inclusive to this range of service recipients.

July 2022 | Older Adults Equity Collaborative

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Domestic and Sexual Violence Safety Planning for LGBTQI+ Survivors

This fact sheet provides resources on safety planning LGBTQ+ survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

June 2022 | New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence

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Making your State Plan on Aging LGBTQ+ and HIV+ Inclusive: New Older Americans Act & ACL Guidelines

There is new OAA language and ACL guidance on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) and HIV+ inclusion in your State Plan. This fact sheet reviews the new guidance.

June 2022 | SAGE

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Survivors Benefits for Same-sex Partners and Spouses

This fact sheet from the Social Security Administration discusses new updates regarding Survivor Benefits for Same-sex Partners and Spouses.

June 2022 | Social Security Administration

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Monkeypox and Gay and Bisexual Men

This fact sheet discusses emerging data regarding Monkeypox including how it is spread, symptoms, self-protective measures, discussion of why a focus on gay, bisexual, and other MSM, and much more.

June 2022 | The Fenway Institute

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Working with LGBTQ+ Individuals: A Brief FactSheet for Crisis Hotline Responders

This brief fact sheet aims to assist hotlines in working with LGBTQ+ individuals in a crisis response setting. It provides some context for the importance of being LGBTQ+ inclusive on hotlines and then discusses tips for crisis responders in working with LGBTQ+ individuals.

May 2022 | Thomas Godwin

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Working with LGBTQ+ Individuals: A Factsheet for Crisis Hotline Responders

This research-driven factsheet aims to assist non-LGBTQ+ specific hotlines in working with LGBTQ+ individuals in a crisis response setting. It discusses tips for individual crisis responders in working with LGBTQ+ individuals and also discusses tips for crisis response organizations in supporting LGBTQ+ communities as a whole.

May 2022 | Thomas Godwin

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Supporting LGBTQ+ People with Parkinson’s: A Guide for LGBTQ+ Community Centers and Health Centers

The Parkinson’s Foundation and SAGE co-created this guide to highlight things you can do right now to support LGBTQ+ people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) in your community.

May 2022 | Parkinson's Foundation and SAGE

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Substance Use Disorders and LGBTQ+ Older Adults

This fact sheet introduces us to information related to substance disorders and overuse within LGBTQ+ older adult communities.

April 2022 | National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Rural Aging for LGBTQ+ Older Adults

This fact sheet explores LGBTQ+ Aging in rural communities, an often-overlooked segment within LGBTQ+ communities.

April 2022 | National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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How to Use Gender Pronouns

This fact sheet describes the importance of gender pronouns and how to ask about the pronouns a person uses.

April 2022 | National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Common Terms & Definitions

This document provides a list of common terms and definitions used in relation to sexual orientation, gender identity, health, and relationships. Updated on 4/26/2022

April 2022 | SAGE and National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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COVID & Beyond: Aging and Disability Resources for Diverse Communities

We have seen the challenges of the COVID pandemic experienced by minority communities including the impact on physical and mental health, economic and food security and social supports. Panelists will introduce and discuss national programs and services that support diverse aging and disability communities during the ongoing pandemic and recovery.

April 2022 | SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging and Older Adults' Equity Collaborative

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COVID and Beyond – Resource Guide and Panelist Contacts

This Resource Guide highlights the organizations who presented on the COVID and Beyond: Aging and Disability Services for Diverse Communities webinar held on March of 2022.

March 2022 | SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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ACL COVID-19 Booster Shot

Get infromation on the importance of COVID Booster Shots.

December 2021 | ACL

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Family Caregiving in Diverse Communities Full Report

An assessment to discover the specific needs of diverse family caregivers for older adults was performed by the Diverse Aging Coalition and the National Alliance for Caregiving. This report outlines the findings from the assessment.

December 2021

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Family Caregiving in Diverse Communities Factsheet

This factsheet provides a summary of the findings from the Family Caregiving in Diverse Communities full report, which assessed the needs of diverse family caregivers for older adults.

December 2021 | Diverse Elders Coalition National Alliance for Caregiving

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Family Caregiving in Diverse Communities

Diverse Elders Coalition and its members, in partnership with the National Alliance for Caregiving, discuss findings from their recently released report, Family Caregiving for Older Adults from Diverse Communities.

December 2021 | Diverse Elders Coalition and National Alliance for Caregiving

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Needs Assessment of Older LGBT+ Adults Living with HIV in Puerto Rico

This publication provides the full needs assessment performed for the LGBT+ community, aged 50+, living with HIV in Puerto Rico.

December 2021 | Waves Ahead Corp and SAGE Puerto Rico JSI Research & Training Institute SAGE’s HIV & Aging Policy Action Coalition

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Infographic Summary of a Health Needs Assessment of the LGBT+ Community, Aged 50+, Living with HIV in Puerto Rico

This publication provides infographics that summarize a health needs assessment performed for the LGBT+ community, aged 50+, living with HIV in Puerto Rico.

December 2021 | Waves Ahead Corp and SAGE Puerto Rico SAGE’s HIV & Aging Policy Action Coalition JSI Research & Training Institute

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En busca de cuidados a largo plazo inclusivos para mayores LGBTQ+

La decisión de ir a vivir a una comunidad de cuidados a largo plazo representa un cambio significativo de vida y requiere considerar varios factores a la hora de elegir el lugar adecuado. Llegados a la etapa en que se hace necesario buscar apoyo adicional, todos merecemos sentirnos
bienvenidos y plenamente confiados de estar accediendo a una comunidad que se adapte a nuestras necesidades personales.

December 2021 | SAGE and Human Rights Campaign Foundation

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Getting Started with Services for LGBTQ+ Veterans

This document is a guide to help LGBTQ+ Veterans gain access to services from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

December 2021 | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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Finding an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Long-term Care Community

Moving into a long-term care community is a significant life change and requires someone to consider several factors when deciding where to live. When the time comes for extra support while aging, everyone deserves to feel welcome and safe accessing long-term care.

December 2021 | SAGE and Human Rights Campaign Foundation

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Steps LGBTQ+ Workers Can Take If They’re Experiencing Discrimination in the Workplace

Information on workplace discrimination and the LGBTQ+ community.

November 2021 | Outreach Team at Employment Law Help

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A Spotlight on Two Spirit Elders and Elder Justice Facts

Based on findings from the Two Spirit Elders Resource and Information Guide.

November 2021 | National Indigenous Elder Justice Initiative University of North Dakota Keck School of Medicine of USC National Center on Elder Abuse SAGE National Resoure Center on LGBT Aging

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Simple Steps in Supporting Older LGBTQ+ Friends and Loved Ones at End-of-Life

Being present with our LGBTQ friends and loved ones during the end of life is often an emotional, yet rewarding journey. Offering support is the first step, but knowing what and how to offer this support can be overwhelming.

October 2021 | National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Apoyando a su nieto LGBTQ+

Es probable que esté leyendo esta publicación porque su nieto o un ser querido (utilizaremos ambos términos indistintamente) ha salido del armario, es decir, ha compartido con usted que es lesbiana, gay, bisexual, transgénero, no binario/a, queer o cuestionándose (LGBTQ+).

October 2021

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Supporting Your LGBTQ+ Grandchild

SAGE partnered with PFLAG to produce a guide for grandparents and those with younger loved ones who are coming out at LGBTQ+. Learn how sexual orientation differs from gender identity, tips for showing your support, and more.

October 2021 | PFLAG and SAGE

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Q&A with Katie Fasullo: Needs of LGBTQ Older Adults and Long-Term Care

This Q&A explores current research completed by Katie Fasullo, Registered Nurse and doctoral student at Rush University, in the Advanced Public Health Nurse, Doctor of Nursing Practice. Katie’s research article is titled, LGBTQ Older Adults in Long-Term Care Settings: An Integrative Review to Inform Best Practices.

September 2021 | Katherine Fasullo

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Respaldo a las comunidades locales: Apoyando a los adultos LGBT en los servicios de cuidado para personas mayores

La presente guía busca proporcionar una descripción general de los servicios y programas locales disponibles para los adultos mayores, explicar cómo las organizaciones defensoras LGBT1 y las personas como usted pueden participar en ellos y cómo los Consejos Asesores del Envejecimiento (Aging Advisory Councils) pueden priorizar y abordar las necesidades de las personas mayores LGBT.

August 2021 | National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Local Community Advocacy: Advocating for the Needs of LGBT Older Adults Receiving Aging Services

This toolkit provides an overview of local aging services and programs, how LGBT advocates and organizations like yourself can get involved, and how Aging Advisory Councils can advance the priorities and address the needs of older LGBT people.

August 2021 | National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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San Francisco LGBTQ Aging Research Partnership, LGBTQ Older Adult Survey

The goal of the survey was to provide the community, the city and foundations with information to best allocate resources to address any unmet needs. The survey was funded by the San Francisco Department of Disability and Aging Services, Horizons Foundation and the Bob Ross Foundation.

August 2021 | San Francisco LGBTQ Aging Research Partnership

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Administration for Community Living: Guidance for Developing State Plans

The guidance within this memorandum reflects changes to the Older Americans Act (OAA) as codified through the Supporting Older Americans Act of 2020 (P.L. 116-131).

August 2021 | Administration for Community Living

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La Interseccion De Edad, Raza Y Sexualidad

Esta hoja informativa explora cómo la edad, la raza y la sexualidad se entrecruzan y los pasos que uno puede tomar para ayudar a fortalecer los apoyos para LGBT BIPOC (negros, indígenas, personas de color).

July 2021 | Tomme Faust M.A. for the National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Consejos De Autodefensa Para Viviendas De Acogida LGBT

La siguiente serie de tres hojas informativas está diseñada para proporcionarle educación, consejos de autodefensa y recursos.

July 2021 | SAGE National Housing Initiative

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Aging in Vermont Resource Guide and Directory

The Aging in Vermont Resource Guide and Directory is a comprehensive collection of information for older Vermonters on several topics including health & wellness, social engagement, policy & advocacy, and more. The Guide also includes a directory that categorizes hundreds of service providers around the Vermont and New Hampshire area.

July 2021 | Community of Vermont Elders

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Cómo ser aliado de las personas mayores transgénero

El Centro Nacional de Recursos sobre el Envejecimiento LGBT y FORGE están encantados de compartir el nuevo conjunto de herramientas Cómo ser un aliado de los adultos mayores transgénero.

July 2021 | FORGE and National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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How to Be an Ally to Transgender Older Adults

The National Resource Center on LGBT Aging and FORGE are thrilled to share the new toolkit How to Be an Ally to Transgender Older Adults.

July 2021 | FORGE and National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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LGBT Welcoming Housing Self-Advocacy Tips

The following series of three fact sheet is designed to provide you with education, self-advocacy tips and resources.

June 2021 | SAGE National Housing Initiative

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The Intersection of Age, Race, and Sexuality

This fact sheet explores how age, race, and sexuality intersect and steps one can take help strengthen supports for LGBT BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color).

June 2021 | Tomme Faust M.A. for the National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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COVID-19 Vaccinations and Testing Toolkit

This toolkit is intended to support community health centers and HUD-assisted housing and homeless programs to partner on COVID-19 vaccination delivery, COVID-19 testing, and health care for residents of public housing, low-income housing, and people experiencing homelessness.

June 2021 | U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

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VOY A SALIR DEL CLOSET: CONSEJOS Y RECURSOS PARA SALIR DEL CLOSET DURANTE UNA EDAD AVANZADA

Independientemente de la edad, el proceso de salir del closet es personal y puede estar lleno de momentos mixtos de alivio, celebración, ansiedad y estrés, a medida que las personas entran en lo que pueden conocer cómo vivir sus vidas auténticas.

June 2021 | SAGE National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Meeting the Needs of People Aging with HIV on the Path to Ending the HIV Epidemic

More than half of people living with HIV in the United States are aged 50 or older, and a growing number of people live and aging with HIV into their 70s and beyond. Concerted action is needed to meet the needs of older people living with HIV. The burdens of HIV, aging, and related health comorbidities, combined with the social and structural challenges that people aging with HIV face, necessitate a focus on HIV-related outcomes and a comprehensive response aimed at treating comorbidities and improving long-term health and quality of life.

May 2021 | Sean E. Bland and Jeffrey S. Crowley for the O'Neill Institute for National and Global Health Law

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I’m Coming Out: Coming Out as LGBT in Later Life

Coming out in later life can be filled with times of joy, celebration, anxiety and stress. Know that you are not alone. This fact sheet provides you with tips and resources as you explore coming out in later life.

May 2021 | SAGE National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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HECHOS ACERCA EL ENVEJECIMIENTO DE PERSONAS LGBT

Una publicación de SAGE y el Centro Nacional de Recursos sobre el Envejecimiento LGBT.

May 2021 | SAGE and National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Self Care for the Caregiver

Self Care for the Caregiver provides a discussion that explores the challenges and joys of caregiving, and tips for caregivers to support self-care and achieve balance.

May 2021 | Bill Gross, SAGE Assistant Director and Julie Ugoretz, SAGE Program Coordinator

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A silver lining: How COVID-19 presents an opportunity to improve care for older lesbian, gay, and bisexual adults

A recent study makes recommendations on how to improve the care provided to older sexual minority adults at this critical time.

May 2021 | Sarah MacCarthy Biayna Darabidian Debra Saliba Marc Elliott

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Park View – a Q&A with Film Producer, Tab Ballis

The Park View Q&A explores the making of documentary regarding the murder of a young lesbian in Wilmington, NC and lasting trauma of the LGBT community some 30 years later.

March 2021 | Tab Ballis

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Welcoming LGBT Residents: A Practical Guide for Senior Living Staff – Q & A with Author, Dr. Tim R Johnston

Join us for a Q&A with Dr. Tim R. Johnston as he talks about his book, Welcoming LGBT Residents: A Practical Guide for Senior Living Staff.

March 2021 | Dr. Tim Johnston

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Facts on LGBTQ+ Aging

What do we know about LGBTQ+ Aging? This fact sheet provides an overview of topics such as caregiving, cultural competency, discrimination, heatlh care, HIV/AIDS, housing, financial security, social isolation, and wellness.

March 2021 | SAGE and National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

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Resources for Providers: Meeting the Needs of Diverse Family Caregivers Toolkit

Download the Diverse Elders Coalition’s Resources for Providers: Meeting the Needs of Diverse Family Caregivers Toolkit. This toolkit offers topline information on what providers need to know, and key pieces from our comprehensive training curriculum, Caring For Those Who Care: Meeting the Needs of Diverse Family Caregivers.* Whether you’ve already attended one or more of our trainings, or this is your first time looking into what’s available to help you support diverse family caregivers, we think you’ll find these resources to be invaluable in building a more welcoming, supportive practice.

March 2021 | Diverse Elders Coalition

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Tips for Working with LGBT Older Adults

This fact provides useful tips for working with and supporting LGBT older adults.

March 2021 | FORGE

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Three Ways to Avoid COVID-19 Vaccine Scams

See this fact sheet on ways to avoid scams related to the COVID-19 Scam.

February 2021 | Federal Trade Commission

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2020 Pennsylvania LGBTQ Health Needs Assessment

Pennsylvanians ages 65 and older were participants in 64 counties that
partipcated in the 2020 PA LGBTQ Health Needs Assessment.

February 2021 | Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center and Research & Evaluation Group at PHMC

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COVID-19 Consumer Tip Sheet – Tips for Protecting Yourself and Medicare

This tip sheet provides information on scams related to coronavirus and the COVID-19 Vaccine.

January 2021 | Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)

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LGBT Aging 2025: Strategies for Achieving a Healthy and Thriving LGBT Older Adult Community in Massachusetts

This guide is part of a visioning project in Massachusetts, seeking to answer the question: If we want to have a thriving, happy and healthy LGBT older adult community in Massachusetts in 2025, what changes in services, health care, and policy should we make now?

December 2020 | The Fenway Institute

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Aging with Pride Q&A: IDEA (Innovations in Dementia Empowerment and Action) Study Participation

This Q&A provided by Aging with Pride describes – IDEA (Innovations in Dementia Empowerment and Action) study is the first federally-funded research study examining ways to improve the health and quality of life for adults aged 50 and older in the LGBTQ community with memory loss and their caregivers.

December 2020 | Amy Cunningham Research Coordinator Aging with Pride

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The Intersection Between Disability and LGBTQ Discrimination and Marginalization

A research article exploring the intersection of disability and LGBTQ discrimination and marginalization.

December 2020 | Victoria M. Rodríguez-Roldán National LGBTQ Task Force

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COVID-19 Financial Resources

COVID-19 Financial Resources

December 2020

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The Lodge Documentary: A Q&A with filmmaker Pam Walton

This Q&A with fimmaker Pam Walton explores the inspiration for making the documentary, The Lodge.

December 2020 | Pam Walton

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The Stonewall Generation a Q&A with Dr. Jane Fleishman PhD

Dr. Jane Fleishman, PhD, provides a Q&A on authoring, The Stonewall Generation: LGBTQ Elders on Sex, Activism, and Aging.

December 2020 | Dr. Jane Fleishman, Phd

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Reimaging Dementia: A Creative Coalition for Justice

Reimagining Dementia: A Creative Coalition for Justice is an international
group of dementia activists and allies – health professionals people living with
dementia (young and old); carers/care partners; family and community
members; advocates, artists, academics, policy makers and others – who
share a diverse and humanizing vision of care and support that promotes
inclusion, relationality, creativity, joy and the possibility of growth for everyone
living with, and impacted by, dementia.

November 2020 | Mary Fridley Reimaging Dementia

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Accessing Services and Supports During a Pandemic

This webinar hosted by SAGE, Diverse Elders Coalition and National Alliance for Caregiving provides a discussion on caregiving during the pandemic including day to challenges, tips for self-care and useful caregiving resources.

November 2020 | SAGE, Diverse Elders Coalition, and National Alliance for Caregiving

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LGBTQ Aging: The Case for Inclusive Long-term Care Communities

This brief produced the SAGE and the Human Rights Campaign Foundation explores the need for inclusive long-term care residential communities and how the Long-term Care Equality Index supports these efforts.

October 2020 | SAGE and HRC Foundation

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Mistreatment of LGBT Elders (Updated 2020)

This research brief, developed by the National Center on Elder Abuse, Keck School of Medicine and the SAGE National Resource Center on LGBT Aging describes information related to LGBT elder abuse.

October 2020 | Keck School of Medicine National Center on Elder Abuse and the SAGE National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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The Importance of Gay and Lesbian Spousal and Partner Caregiver Research: A Q&A with Toni Calasanti and Brian de Vries

A Q&A highlighting the importance of research with caregivers of spouses and partners with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

September 2020 | Toni Calasanti and Brian deVries

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Building Support for LGBT Elder Justice: Celebrating Pride and World Elder Abuse Awareness

presented by SAGE’s National Resource Center on LGBT Aging and the National Center on Elder Abuse.

July 2020 | National Center on Elder Abuse and SAGE's National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Developing LGBT-inclusive Long-term Care Services and Supports

This article provides practical tips and resources for developing LGBT-inclusive long-term care services and supports.

June 2020 | Sherrill Wayland SAGE

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LGBT Older People & COVID-19: Addressing Higher Risk, Social Isolation, and Discrimination

A report on the risks and impact of COVID-19 on LGBT older adults.

May 2020 | MAP SAGE Center for American Progress

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Serving Diverse Elders: Strategies for Meaningful Inclusion in Service Planning and Delivery

This guide will serve as a reference for how to provide culturally affirming
and specific services that center diverse elders in every step of your planning process.

May 2020 | Asociación Nacional Pro Personas Mayores National Asian Pacific Center on Aging National Indian Council on Aging The National Caucus and Center on Black Aging SAGE National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Inclusive Services for LGBT Older Adults: A Practical Guide to Creating Welcoming Agencies

Updated May 18, 2020 – This publication highlights provides new research, resources, practical tips and suggested actions to help create inclusive and welcoming services for LGBT older adults.

May 2020 | National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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2020 Older Americans Month – Make Your Mark

SAGE and The National Resource Center on LGBT Aging celebrate 2020 Older Americans Month by spotlighting resources in support of LGBT Aging.

May 2020

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Pennsylvania Council on Aging State of Adults COVID-19 Report

The Pennsylvania Department of Aging and the Pennsylvania Council on Aging (PCoA) released the findings of a statewide survey conducted by PCoA to assess the status, needs and interests of older adults during the COVID-19 outbreak. The survey inquired about food access, public risk factors, and social connection.

May 2020

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To Survive on This Shore: 5 Years Later

An interview with Jess T. Dugan and Vanessa Fabbre regarding their groundbreaking project To Survive on this Shore: Photographs and Interviews with Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Older Adults.

April 2020 | Jess T. Dugan and Vanessa Fabbre

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Los servicios personalizados y las personas LGBT con discapacidades

Los servicios personalizados y las personas LGBT con discapacidades

April 2020 | Christie Carter

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Diez consejos para incluir a las personas con discapacidades en la

Diez consejos para incluir a las personas con discapacidades en la

April 2020 | Christie Carter

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Juego de roles: Cómo hacer preguntas sobre la orientación sexual y la identidad de género

Juego de roles: Cómo hacer preguntas sobre la orientación sexual y la identidad de género

April 2020

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Coronavirus, COVID-19, and Considerations for People Living with HIV and LGBTQIA+ People

This report provides information regarding concerns, risk, precautions, and resources to assist those living with HIV and LGBTQIA+ people.

April 2020 | Sean Cahill PhD Fenway Institute

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LGBTQ Older Adults and COVID-19: Tools, Supports and Solutions for Navigating the Pandemic

Presented by Staff Attorneys and Advocates from SAGE, Human Rights Campaign, and Lambda Legal, this webinar provides practical tips and resources on your legal rights and planning tools to help navigate the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 2020 | SAGE, Lambda Legal, Human Rights Campaign

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LGBTQ Older Adults and COVID-19 – What Providers Need to Know The Healthy Aging Project at GMHC

A fact sheet by The Healthy Aging Project at GMHC describing what providers need to know as they support LGBTQ older adults during COVID-19.

April 2020 | GMHC

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COVID-19 & LGBTQ Older People

This brief describes the needs of LGBTQ older people, increased risks associated with COVID-19 and resources.

March 2020 | Human Rights Campaign Foundation and SAGE

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Emergency Preparedness: Caring for persons living with dementia in a long-term care community based setting

This document released in collaboration with 34 long-term care and community-based care providers and affiliated associations.

March 2020 | Alzheimer's Association and National Partners

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COVID-19 Resources from Aging Service Providers

SAGE’s National Resource Center and Aging Service Providers Across the Country are rapidly preparing information and resources to assist LGBT older adults and caregivers in navigating the COVID-19 Pandemic. This page will be updated as new resources become available.

March 2020

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Prepare for COVID-19: Tips and Resources for LGBT Elders and those living with HIV

Because LGBT elders and older people living with HIV are at higher risk for experiencing the COVID-19 virus more acutely, it is important to take steps to make emergency plans that can help reduce your risk of contracting the virus.

March 2020 | SAGE's National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Person Directed Services and LGBT People with Disabilities

This fact sheet explores ways organizations can provide Person Directed Services in support of LGBT people with disabilities.

March 2020

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10 Tips for Including People with Disabilities in the LGBT Community

Explore 10 tips for the inclusion of people with disabilities in LGBT community events and activities.

March 2020

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San Francisco First in Nation to Fund Services for Transgender Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities

Press release from San Francisco Department of Disability and Aging Services announcing funding to start services for Transgender Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities.

February 2020 | San Francisco Department of Disability and Aging Services

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FAQ: Housing Right for LGBT Seniors

This FAQ provided Lambda Legal provides updated information on housing rights and LGBT seniors.

January 2020 | Lambda Legal

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Why routinely collecting sexual orientation and gender identity information matters for elders

In this Q&A, Carey Candrian, PhD, discusses the importance of collecting information related to sexual orientation and gender identity in hospice and palliative care settings.

January 2020 | Carey Candrian, PhD

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National Resource Center on LGBT Aging: Celebrating 13 Years of Knowledge

SAGE’s National Resource Center on LGBT Aging, established in 2010, celebrates 13 years of supporting LGBT older adult equity.

January 2020 | SAGE's National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Conscious Cultivation: A Model for Inclusive, Interactive Programming

As our society ages and diversifies, there emerges the necessity for specialized programs that cater to the needs of diverse populations within the aging community, particularly those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ).

November 2019 | Center on Halsted Britta Larson Nina Orlowski Amanda Vevers Todd Williams

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Welcome to PRIDE: A Practical Guide to Making Pride Parades, Marches and Festivals Age-Friendly

The goals of Welcome to Pride are: to learn about effective age-friendly features that Pride organizers and elder advocates currently have in place; to share these best practices; and to secure commitments from Pride organizers to maintain or increase the number of age-friendly features of their events.

November 2019 | SAGE

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Introducing the National Center on Advancing Person-Centered Practices and Systems

The National Center on Advancing Person-Centered Practices and Systems (NCAPPS) is a new initiative from the Administration for Community Living and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that helps States, Tribes, and Territories implement person-centered thinking, planning, and practice in line with U.S. Department of Health and Human Services policy.

November 2019 | NCAPPS

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Building an Organizational Response to Health Disparities

This fact sheet provides resources on how to identify, prioritize, and take action on health disparities by championing the Disparities Action Statement in your organization.

November 2019 | CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)

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Getting the Care You Need – A Guide for People with Disabilities

Tips and resources on getting the health care you need as a person living with disability.

November 2019 | CMS (Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services)

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An Ally’s Guide to Terminology 2017 Edition

The guide provide an overview on the words we use to talk about lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people and issues.

November 2019 | MAP (Movement Advancement Project)

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Why the LEI?

The Long-term Care Equality Index (LEI) is a new program of SAGE and the HRC Foundation designed to recognize leaders providing LGBT inclusive and welcoming long-term care residential care.

November 2019 | SAGE and HRC Foundation

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Definiciones & Términos Comunes

Definiciones & Términos Comunes

July 2019 | National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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LGBTQ Inclusive Services Readiness Checklist: A Self-Assessment for Area Agencies on Aging

This self-assessment aims to help agencies determine how effectively they are supporting LGBTQ individuals and aid in identifying areas of growth. To get started, mark the boxes next to the actions your agency is taking to be more inclusive to the LGBTQ community.

July 2019 | Aging Ahead St. Louis Area Agency on Aging National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Improving Undergraduate Nursing Students’ Understanding of LGBTQ Older Adults

As a nursing educator, preparing nursing students for care of an aging population is challenging. New nurses entering practice need to understand the complex physical, psychological, and spiritual needs of older adults, while also considering the importance of generational, cultural, and individual differences of older adults and their families. It is also important for new nurses to recognize and advocate for vulnerable and underserved older adult groups, such as the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community.

July 2019 | Nadine Henriquez, Brandon University, Brandon, Manitoba, Canada.

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Infographic: LGBT Older Adults and Dementia

Infographic describing key findings on LGBT older adults living with dementia.

July 2019 | Alzheimer's Association and SAGE

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Recommendations for Supporting LGBT People Living with Dementia

This fact sheets provides recommendations for you can use in support of LGBT people living with dementia.

July 2019 | SAGE and Alzheimer's Association

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Cómo representarse a sí mismo y a otros: Servicios de salud y para adultos mayores

Ir al doctor o solicitar atención médica hasta para los problemas leves presenta dificultades singulares para las adultos LGBT. La decisión de “salir del clóset” con su proveedor, la preocupación sobre la reacción que este tendrá y la forma en la que lo tratará si le revela su identidad sexual, o la posibilidad de recibir una menor calidad de atención son las primeras dudas que se vienen a la mente.

July 2019 | Jacqueline Boyd fundadora de The Care Plan

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Preguntas acerca de la orientación sexual y la identidad de género en los servicios para adultos mayores

Algunos estados están obligados por ley a solicitar esta información. En otros estados, algunas agencias toman muchas medidas para obtener tanta información como les sea posible sobre las comunidades a las que sirven.

July 2019 | SAGE National Resource Center on LGBT Aging Agradecemos especialmente a Yuisa Gimeno del condado de Los Ángeles Desarrollo de la Fuerza Laboral Servicios para Adultos Mayores y Comunitarios (WDACS) Agencia Local para Adultos Mayores (AAA) por su ayuda en la elaboración de esta hoja informativa.

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Affirming LGBT+ Resources: Especially for Maturing & Older Adults and the Supporting Advocate & Professional Communities

A SNAPSHOT GUIDE to Locating Health, Wellness, & Support Information and Resources Including a Professionals’ Toolkit

May 2019 | Vicki Stanley SAGECare Trainer

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Tennessee LGBT+ Affirming Resources: a snapshot of TN affirming programs, services, providers & activities

See this resource guide for a listing of LGBT+ friendly programs and services in Tennessee.

May 2019 | Vicki Stanley SAGECare Trainer

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Pushing for equality: LGBT elders need discrimination-free access to care in community

This article describes the need for LGBT equity in and access to care in aging services.

May 2019 | American Society on Aging by Michael Adams (SAGE)

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Partnership by Design: new project aims to improve LGBTQ elders’ lives

San Francisco’s Openhouse (www.openhouse-sf.org) and On Lok (www.onlok.org) are partnering to help the city’s LGBTQ older adults age with dignity, independence and pride. The two nonprofits are co-designing a program that addresses two critical issues in this community: accessing much needed aging services, and ameliorating the LGBTQ elders’ fears that life in a nursing home would drive them back into the closet.

May 2019 | American Society on Aging interview by Tim Johnston (SAGE)

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From Connections to Community: Data-informed lessons for an intergenerational gathering

How would you create an event, at a national scale, to foster connections across
generations? What steps would you take, what questions would you ask, and how would
you know you’d been successful? Read this article to learn more.

April 2019 | interstitio & SAGE report written by by Eric Gladstone Pony Knowles and David C. Thompson

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Enhancing Health, Wealth, and Community for older LGBT adults

This article explores latest research and programs that support LGBT older people.

April 2019 | The Journal of Active Aging article by Marilynn Larkin MA

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Questions About Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity in Aging Services

Why am I being asked about my sexual orientation, gender, and gender identity? Is this a question you are being asked during an intake with an older adult? If so then this fact sheet is for you.

March 2019 | National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Training the Aging Network to Provide Culturally Competent Care for LGBTQ Older Adults

This brief explores the need for LGBT Cultural Competency training in health and aging services.

March 2019 | Center for Consumer Engagement in Health Innovation

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Looking for Love? Sweetheart Scam_Updated 2019

Tips on how LGBT older people can avoid the “Sweetheart Scam”.

February 2019 | National Center on Elder Abuse and National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Older Women & Poverty

This three-part special report takes a closer look at the lives of older women to better understand the challenges they face and how we can address them.

December 2018 | Justice in Aging - Amber Christ Senior Staff Attorney and Tracey Gronniger Directing Attorney

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Advocating for Yourself and Others: Health and Aging Services

This article provides useful information you can use to advocate for yourself and others in health and aging services.

November 2018 | Jacqueline Boyd for the National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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Role Play: Asking Questions About Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

This handout provides Role Play scenarios to assist aging providers in asking and answering questions related to sexual orientation and gender identity during an intake or interview process.

November 2018

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SAGE National LGBT Housing Initiative: Increasing LGBT Cultural Competence

This fact sheet explores ways to increase LGBT cultural competence in housing and long-term care.

November 2018 | SAGE

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Aging While Transgender – Unique Issues

This fact sheet explores unique issues related to being transgender and aging.

November 2018 | SAGE

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Issue Brief: LGBT and Dementia

This paper is divided into three sections including a general overview of LGBT older adults and dementia, intersecting identities, and recommendations.

November 2018 | Alzheimer's Association and SAGE

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LGBT Caregiving Fact Sheet – Mandarin Translation

LGBT Caregiving Fact Sheet – Mandarin Translation

October 2018 | SAGE

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LGBT Caregiving Fact Sheet – Vietnamese Translation

LGBT Caregiving Fact Sheet – Vietnamese Translation

October 2018 | SAGE

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10 Tips on Finding LGBT Affirming Services – Mandarin Translation

10 Tips on Finding LGBT Affirming Services – Mandarin Translation

October 2018 | SAGE

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5 Tips for LGBT Older People to Avoid Fraud

This article provides tips to help LGBT older people avoid fraud.

October 2018 | William Chalkley, with Top10VPN

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Residents’ Rights and the LGBT Community: Know YOUR Rights as a Nursing Home Resident Updated 2018

The rights of all residents should be honored and respected, regardless
of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

October 2018 | The National Long Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center

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Enhancing health, wellness and community for older LGBT adults

This article provides a look at the unique needs of older LGBT people and how communities are responding to these needs.

September 2018 | Marilynn Larkin M.A. in the Journal of Active Aging

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Paying it Back: Promoting Justice for LGBT Communities of All Ages

Paying it Back: Promoting Justice for LGBT Communities of All Ages provides information and steps to promote justice and prevent and address social isolation and LGBT specific elder abuse.

September 2018 | National Center on Elder Abuse SAGE and FORGE

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LGBT Older People: Our Right to a Peaceful Life

LGBT Older People: Our Right to a Peaceful Life provides steps LGBT older people can take to feel empowered and advocate for themselves.

September 2018 | National Center on Elder Abuse SAGE and FORGE

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LGBT Older People Built the LGBT Community

LGBT Older People Built the LGBT Community provides steps LGBT organizations and professionals can take in support of LGBT older people.

September 2018 | National Center for Elder Abuse SAGE and FORGE

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My Persoanl Directions (fillable download)

Use this form to provide paid and unpaid caregivers with your personal directions that will help ensure your quality of living in long-term care and health settings. This form is fillable for completing and printing from your computer.

August 2018

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My Personal Directions for Quality Living

Use this form to provide paid and unpaid caregivers with your personal directions that will help ensure your quality of living in long-term care and health settings.

August 2018 | The National Consumer Voice and SAGE

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Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Question Translations (English, Chinese, Spanish, Filipino, Vietnamese, & Russian)

This document provides examples of demographic questions regarding sexual orientation and gender identity in the following languages – English, Chinese, Spanish, Filipino, Vietnamese, & Russian.

July 2018 | Department of Aging and Adult Services City and County of San Francisco California

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Admisión afirmativa para las personas LGBT: Ejemplos de preguntas

Admisión afirmativa para las personas LGBT: Ejemplos de preguntas (Spanish version of LGBT Affirming Intake Questions).

June 2018 | National Resource Center on LGBT Aging and SAGECare

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LGBT Affirming Intake: Sample Questions

Sample questions for LGBT inclusive intake forms.

June 2018 | National Resource Center on LGBT Aging and SAGECare

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How Can Legal Services Better Meet the Needs of Low-Income LGBT Seniors?

This special report addresses specifically how legal services can best meet
the unique legal needs of low-income LGBT older adults.

June 2018 | Justice in Aging

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FAQ: Housing Rights of LGBT Seniors

This blog prepared by Lambda Legal answer questions regarding the housing rights of LGBT older adults.

June 2018 | Lambda Legal, original blog posted by Lambda Legal on July 26, 2016

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La expresión de las necesidades emocionales e íntimas como adultos mayores LGBTQ

Spanish version of Intimacy and LGBT Older Adults

June 2018 | Jane Fleishman Ph.D.

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Nothing About Us Without Us

“Nothing About Us Without Us” premiered at the SAGE’s 21st Annual Awards & Gala at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City on October 17, 2016.

June 2018 | LGBT Older Adults and SAGE

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Long Distance Caregiving

An online caregiving guide from the National Institutes of Health.

June 2018 | National Institute on Aging

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Intimacy & LGBT Older Adults: Expressing Your Emotional and Intimacy Needs as LGBTQ Older Adults

This article explores the importance of emotional and intimacy needs of LGBT older adults including tips and resources.

May 2018 | Jane Fleishman Ph.D.

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End-of-Life Perceptions and Preparations of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Older Adults

Little is known about what LGBT older adults think of, prepare for, and want for their end-of-life care experience. In order to fill the gap in knowledge, two researchers from Saint Louis University interviewed 17 LGBT individuals, 60 years and older.

May 2018 | Daniel B. Stewart MSG - School of Social Work Saint Louis University & SAGE of PROMO Fund and Brandy Fox MSHCE - Albert Gnaegi Center for Health Care Ethics Saint Louis University

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Q&A with Joy Loverde author of, Who Will Take Care of Me When I’m Old

Do you often wonder, “Who will help me as I age?” – you are not alone! Joy Loverde, joined us for a Q&A to share the inspiration for her book and lessons learned from her work around caregiving.

April 2018 | Joy Loverde

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Maintaining Dignity: Understanding & Responding to the Needs of Older LGBT Americans Infographic

New AARP national survey finds most LGBT adults want but don’t have access to LGBT-sensitive care and services.

March 2018 | AARP Angela Houghton

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Successful Outcomes of the LGBT Aging Policy Task Force

Four years ago, the San Francisco LGBT Aging Policy Task Force concluded its 18-month tenure by submitting its final report, LGBT Aging at the Golden Gate: San Francisco Policy Issues and Recommendations, to the Board of Supervisors.

March 2018 | by Dr. Marcy Adelman. This article originally appeared in the San Francisco Bay Times and is re-posted from the Diverse Elders Coalition.

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Plan Your Way to Better Inclusion of LGBT Elders

Hear from Area Agencies on Aging who have been successful in including LGBT older adults in their programming. Topics covered include how planning has helped with LGBT outreach and services, as well as challenges and lessons learned. This webinar was hosted by n4a and SAGE’s National Resource Center on LGBT Aging with guest speakers from the Administration on Community Living, ElderSource, and Multnomah County Aging, Disability & Veterans Services.

March 2018 | SAGE's National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

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The Impact of Trauma History on End of Life for LGBT Elders

This fact sheet provides an understanding of how a history of trauma may impact end of life spiritual support for LGBT elders and suggestions for professional caregivers.

February 2018 | Rev. Mary Martha Thiel ACPE Certified Education BCC APC Director of Clinical Pastoral Education Hebrew SeniorLife

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Spiritual Themes in the Lives of LGBT Elders

This fact sheet explores the spiritual lives of LGBT elders through spiritual themes rooted in a person’s search for meaning and purpose in life.

February 2018 | Rabbi Sara Paasche-Orlow Hebrew SeniorLife

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Spiritual Care & Non-Religious Elders: Individualized Spiritual Care

This fact sheets discusses ways chaplains can provide spiritual support and resources to non-religious LGBT older adults.

February 2018 | Judith Sullivan RN EdD MDiv Volunteer Chaplin Hebrew SeniorLife and Rehabilitation Center

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Cómo crear su plan de cuidados

Esta guía es una herramienta práctica para adultos mayores LGBT (lesbianas, gay, bisexuales y transgénero) y otros que se van a someter a una cirugía u otro procedimiento médico, y necesitan o quieren tomar control para planificar su propio cuidado.

December 2017 | SAGE

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Dignity Denied: Religious Exemptions and LGBT Elder Services

Ever-growing religious exemption laws put LGBT elders at increased risk for discrimination.

December 2017 | The Movement Advancement Project and SAGE & Public Rights/Private Conscience Project (PRPCP) at Columbia Law School

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Understanding the Affordable Housing Development Process: A Primer for LGBT Aging Providers

This guide to help readers understand the overall development process of LGBT-welcoming housing developments.

December 2017 | SAGE

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Key Considerations in Developing LGBT Friendly Service Enhriched Affordable Houisng

This webinar walks LGBT providers through the affordable housing development process.

December 2017

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Key Considerations in LGBT Aging-in-Place and Care Coordination

This webinar will provide LGBT consumers and providers key considerations for aging-in-place strategies for LGBT older adults and how to link those strategies with additional community care resources.

December 2017 | SAGE

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Key Considerations in Home Safety and Modifications

This webinar will provide LGBT consumers and providers basic understanding of home safety tips and lower-cost home modifications to assist LGBT older adults to safely age in place.

December 2017 | SAGE

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LGBT Elders and Healthcare Providers Discuss Why Being Treated Respectfully Is Important

As part of National Coming Out Day, SAGECare and the Center for Consumer Engagement in Health Innovation asked LGBT elders and care providers why being out to healthcare providers is so important. The main thing we learned from our LGBT elders is that they want to be treated with respect.

November 2017 | SAGE and Center for Consumer Engagement in Health Innovation

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The Equality Act: Infographic

Infographic highlighting the importance of the Equality Act for LGBT older adults.

November 2017 | SAGE National LGBTQ Task Force

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Principles for Person-directed Services and Supports during Serious Illness

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) believe that every person has the right to make choices and to control their own decisions. This right is independent of age or disability or stage of illness. 

October 2017 | Administration for Community Living

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Create Your Care Plan: An LGBT Person’s Guide to Preparing for Medical Procedures

This workbook provides a detailed overview of what to expect when undergoing a surgical procedure, and how to plan for a successful recovery. Includes step-by-step instructions to create your own care plan, including worksheets, resources, and tips/encouragement for reaching out to others.

September 2017 | SAGE

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Care Planning Worksheets

Care Planning Worksheets that accompany the Create Your Care Plan workbook.

September 2017

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Caregiving in the LGBT Community: A Guide to Engaging and Supporting LGBT Caregivers through Programming

This guide provides an overview of caregiving in the LGBT community, and specific ideas, lessons learned and best practices for expanding programming to reach and include LGBT caregivers and those caring for LGBT older adults.

September 2017 | SAGE

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Identifying and Referring LGBT Caregivers

This fact sheet is designed to assist providers with identifying and supporting LGBT Caregivers in a medical setting.

September 2017 | John Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Chase Brexton Health Center and SAGE

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Prepare to Care: A Planning Guide for Caregivers in the LGBT Community

A planning guide for caregivers in the LGBT community

September 2017 | AARP and SAGE

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Senior Centers & Outreach to LGBT Older Adults

This fact sheet provides strategies and resources for Senior Centers to as they increase outreach and services to LGBT older adults.

September 2017 | National Resource Center on LGBT Aging prepared by Sherrill Wayland

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Resources for Caregivers

A round-up of services and supports around the country and online for caregivers.

September 2017

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Update – Coming of Age at the Time of Stonewall a Q & A with Jane Fleishman, PhD

This Q & A is an update regarding the research of Jane Fleishman on what it was like to come of age and come out during the Stonewall Era.

August 2017 | Jane Fleishman, PhD

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Caregiving and LGBT Concerns in Michigan: A Guide for Caregivers

This guide was created in 2016 and published in 2017 as a collaborative effort of the ACLU of Michigan, SAGE Metro Detroit and the three Area Agencies on Aging serving Southeastern Michigan: Detroit Area Agency on Aging, AAA1-B, and The Senior Alliance.

July 2017 | ACLU of Michigan in collaboration with AAA1-B Detroit Area Agency on Aging SAGE Metro Detroit and The Senior Alliance

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LGBT-Inclusive Example Outreach Materials

Provided by SAGE Detroit and Southeast Michigan Area Agencies on Aging the Caregiver Flyer and Program Rack Card serve as models for LGBT-inclusive outreach.

July 2017 | Southeast Michigan Area Agencies on Aging and SAGE Detroit

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Special Legislative Commission on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Aging: Report to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

This 2015 report serves as a model for a how a State worked with LGBT stakeholders through an LGBT Aging Commission resulting in recommendations for LGBT older adult data collection, needs assessments, cultural competency training and evaluation, outreach and access, service delivery, complaint resolution and legislation.

July 2017 | Massachusetts LGBT Aging Commission

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