Housing Forward’s Post

This #PrideMonth, it's important to remember that LGBTQ+ youth are more than 2 times as likely to experience homelessness compared to non-LGBTQ+ peers. Actions like engaging youth as full partners in creating better services can help reduce disproportionate impact. We need to work on solutions together so all young people can reach their full potential. Explore our seminal study on youth homelessness for more: https://lnkd.in/gPh-6vJn

According to The Trevor Project, LGBTQ+ youth are at risk because of a lack of acceptance, understanding, empathy, and compassion. That lack comes at a great cost: a national survey conducted in 2023 found 41% of LGBTQ+ youth have seriously considered suicide in the last year. LifeWorks NW is proud to participate in Zero Suicide, a nationwide initiative to bring together care providers and communities to end suicide. One tool our communities can use: 988. Call or text to connect with a trained counselor and local services, including specialists in youth or LGTBQ+ care. Learn more about 988 in Oregon: https://lnkd.in/gk66STdM #wellbeingforall #trevorproject

📢 Did you know LGBTQ+ young people make up less than 10% of the U.S. population but account for 30 to 40% of all youth experiencing homelessness? In her article, "The Shelter System Isn’t Equipped for LGBTQ+ Youth," Morgan Philbin highlights the urgent need for better resources and support for LGBTQ+ folx and how we here at Larkin Street Youth Services in San Francisco, along with The Ali Forney Center and Covenant House New York in New York City, are addressing this critical issue. 📰 Explore the challenges that queer youth face and learn what solutions you can support: https://lnkd.in/gTfzGhyq #LGBTQYouth #SupportQueerYouth #EndYouthHomelessness

This article highlights the struggles many #LGBTQ+ #olderadults endure—health care disparities, housing issues, and isolation. Creating inclusive spaces and policies that support LGBTQ+ older adults will help ensure they receive the high-quality, person-centered care they deserve. https://lnkd.in/gSGYijUN

Even though Pride Month has come to an end, our commitment to supporting the LGBTQ+ community in adult social care settings remains strong. While there has been an improvement in meeting the needs of LGBTQ+ individuals in many aspects, we still lack appropriate support in social care services. There is also an assumption that all older people are grandparents and have family to fall back on when their health declines and they need support. However, 90% of LGBTQ+ people are ageing without children, and many have little contact with their biological families. This increases the need for more formal support and care services in later life. Although the number of LGBTQ+ seniors will double in ten years, there are few, if any, existing care schemes with a focus on older LGBTQ+ residents. The same is true of care homes. That’s why we believe that live-in care offers an excellent alternative for those seeking care in an inclusive and supportive environment. Learn more about our live-in care services: https://lnkd.in/eEHjxzKi #AdultSocialCare #CareHomeAlternatives #LiveinCare #GoodCareMonth

Being an ally goes beyond labels. Being an LGBTQ+ ally means actively supporting and advocating for the community. Through advocacy and support, allies help turn 'them' into 'us,' encouraging individuals to be themselves and supporting them on their journey. Let's make our actions speak louder than words and create a more inclusive world for everyone.   #LGBTQAlly #DiversityandInclusion #EmpowerLGBTQ

The homeownership gap is real: LGBTQ+ individuals are 20% less likely to own homes compared to straight and cisgender people. At Habitat for Humanity Capital Region, we're dedicated to fostering inclusivity and equality in #housing. Help us advocate for fair housing and build inclusive communities. #BuildWithPride

How can we ground ourselves in care and dance our revolution? The Urgent Action Sister Funds collective care report is an essential resource for activists looking to integrate care into their work. This report features the voices and lived experiences of over 100 women and LGBTQ+ activists across 63 countries sharing why collective care has been vital in sustaining their movements. https://lnkd.in/eWzq-NUG

The Human Rights Campaign analyzed the disability core questions in the 2020 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), a nationally a nationally representative survey of adults across the United States, and found that 36% of LGBTQ+ adults self-reported having a disability, compared with 24% of non-LGBTQ+ adults. Are you surprised? Did you think the number would be lower, or higher? Learn more from the Human Rights Campaign here: https://lnkd.in/gdsbcP78 #AccessibleSexualHealth #LGBTQ #DisabledAndQueer #PeopleWithDisabilities #DisabilityJustice #LGBTQJustice #PrideMonth2024

Today, on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, we stand in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community. Let's foster workplaces that celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. We can create a world where everyone can live and love freely. #IDAHOTB #Inclusion #DiversityAndInclusion #GeminiEnergySolutions