Targeted LGBT Senior Housing: A Study of the Needs and Perceptions of LGBT Seniors
Contributing Organization(s): Mid-America Institute on Poverty of Heartland Alliance
Author(s)/Creator(s): Mid-America Institute on Poverty of Heartland Alliance
Publishing Date: 2005-06-01
Issue Areas: Gay, Lesbian, Bi and Trans; Housing and Homelessness; Aging
Ownership/Rights Info: Copyright 2007 Mid-America Institute on Poverty of Heartland Alliance
Although lesbian gay bisexual and transgendered (LGBT) seniors face issues similar to their heterosexual counterparts such as declining health, dwindling finances, depression, social isolation, and ageism, they also face unique issues such as discrimination based on sexual orientation, and are at an even greater risk for health problems such as depression, substance abuse, and even suicide. Therefore LGBT seniors require support services specifically designed to meet their unique needs. The housing needs of LGBT seniors are one such area that must be addressed as more LGBT persons enter their advanced years.
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Intended Audience: Advocates; College/University Professors; General Public; Legislators/Legislative Aids; Parents; Policy Professionals; Researchers; Teachers-elementary; Teachers-middle school; Teachers-high school
Coverage: Chicago
Type/Format: FactSheet; Survey
Language code: English
Coverage: Chicago
Type/Format: FactSheet; Survey
Language code: English
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