Lots of folks don’t really understand the impact that the Older Americans Act is having on the way we experience aging in America. The nationwide resources and access made possible because of this legislation affect not only LGBTQ+ elders, but all Americans. Aging can be a difficult topic to talk about, but if we are lucky, we are all going to experience it. Check out this important webinar series to learn more! #themoreyouknow#lgbtq
Don’t miss the second webinar of SAGE’s three-part training series in honor of #OlderAmericansMonth! Tomorrow at 3 p.m. EDT, we’ll be discussing the Older Americans Act as it relates to the LGBTQ+ community and funding aging services.
Register here: https://lnkd.in/gWNcYVjy
Did you know that LGBTQ+ elders are 2x more likely to live alone and 4x less likely to have children than their heterosexual, cisgender peers? This makes it more difficult to age successfully in their homes and communities.
Check out this article from SAGE to learn more about how we can support the LGBTQ+ community as they age this #Pride month.
Happy Pride Month! With so many changes occurring around the world for LGBTQ+ people, global employers are evolving their inclusive benefits to meet their diverse workforce. As companies view their offerings through a DEIB lens, they are making benefit changes around different life cycle stages (e.g., family-forming, neurodiversity and menopause) and equitable approaches (e.g., travel benefits for care, HIV/AIDS exclusion coverage, gender affirming care). This article includes relevant employer resources and considerations in this space: https://lnkd.in/gC2MeDGd
Healthcare is one of the leading segments for #LGBTQ+ mentions and related terms, including HIV/AIDS drug trial, treatment, and prevention programs, as well as expanding mediations to include PrEP. This contrasts with last year's analysis, in which only 7% of #healthcare organizations had LGBT mentions in their ESG filings.
Learn more in our recent research study with ProntoNLP as we assess company conversation about the LGBTQ+ community: https://okt.to/Fikhzp
Advance your ability to provide inclusive and comprehensive care to LGBTQ+ patients. This course goes beyond clinical knowledge, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of the cultural nuances within the LGBTQ+ community: https://ow.ly/5NW050SrQMs
In a recent Stanford study, researchers found that members of the LGBTQ+ community are more likely to experience a delayed breast cancer diagnosis and a sooner recurrence compared to heterosexual cisgender women. Learn more about the significance of this study, and explore other studies affecting LGBTQ+ health, using FORCE’s XRAY program. https://ow.ly/lSK450RUBUp#HealthEquity#InclusiveCare#PrideMonth#1FORCECommunity
Family rejection has serious behavioral health impacts on LGBTQ+ individuals, increasing risks of depression, suicide, drug use, and HIV/STD 😶
It's crucial to support and accept LGBTQ+ people of all ages, especially during holidays and family gatherings.
Read more at https://lnkd.in/gHP7jM8G to understand how you can better help your LGBTQ+ clients as they prepare to attend family gatherings 📖
#FamilyAcceptance#LGBTQSupport#MentalHealthMatters#ChooseLove#InclusiveHealers
🌈 Celebrating Pride Month: Advocating for 2SLGBTQIA+ Health 🌈
As we honor Pride Month, it's crucial to reflect on the impactful conversations happening around 2SLGBTQIA+ health and how community health centers can drive change. A recent discussion between Ethan Goodman, MPA, and Dr. Dorian Rhea Debussy from Equitas Health shed light on how health centers can engage with state lawmakers to advocate for 2SLGBTQIA+ issues.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Engagement with Lawmakers: Building relationships with state lawmakers through public comments, policy meetings, and sharing community stories is vital. These efforts ensure lawmakers understand the real-life impact of their policies on our communities.
✅The Power of Storytelling: A Catalyst for Change storytelling is not just a narrative, it's a potent advocacy tool. It serves as a bridge between policymakers and the communities they represent, bringing to light the tangible effects of legislation.
✅ Success Stories: Equitas Health's ongoing efforts to modernize outdated HIV laws in Ohio demonstrate the power of persistent advocacy and collaboration with lawmakers.
As I reflect on my work advocating for gender-affirming primary care in rural California, I've seen firsthand the importance of state-level advocacy. Engaging with local lawmakers, sharing the stories of our patients, and maintaining a genuine, communicative approach are critical components of our strategy.
These advocacy efforts are even more crucial in rural areas, where access to gender-affirming care is often limited. By building solid relationships with state officials, healthcare leaders can drive policy changes that ensure equitable healthcare access for all.
#PrideMonth#LGBTQHealth#Advocacy#CommunityHealth
🌈"A PRIDE Month Conversation for Community Health Centers about how to Engage with State Lawmakers on LGBTQ+ Issues" -- In a new blog, NACHC’s Manager for State Policy, Ethan Goodman, sat down with Dorian Rhea Debussy of Equitas Health to talk about ways to build relationships with state lawmakers.
Equitas Health is a nonprofit community healthcare system founded in 1984. As one of the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ and HIV/AIDS-serving organizations, Equitas serves tens of thousands of patients in Ohio, Texas, Kentucky, and West Virginia.
Their services include general primary care, pharmacy, gender affirming care, mental health and counseling, HIV-focused case management, HIV/STI prevention and treatment, and much more.
Dr. Debussy offers tips for building relationships and stresses the importance of remaining even-tempered in today's political environment. Read the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/eDaxsTy6#HealthEquity#HealthCenters#ValueCHCs#Pride24
New, Inclusive Care Guide for Older LGBTQ+ People in Care Homes🌈
I hope everyone had a great weekend and happy Monday!
I wanted to share some positive news that I came across recently. Researchers from the University of Kent, in collaboration with the Universities of Surrey and Hertfordshire, have developed a new, inclusive care guide for older LGBTQ+ people in care homes. This guide is designed to provide care home staff with practical tips to foster a more inclusive environment, helping to ensure that older LGBTQ+ individuals feel respected and supported in care settings.
The guide is particularly important because research has shown that older LGBTQ+ people often face discrimination and fear "going back into the closet" when entering care homes. This new initiative offers actionable steps, from staff training to simple day-to-day practices, that aim to create a welcoming environment for everyone. It's a great step toward improving care for this vulnerable community and making a difference in how we approach elder care.
This kind of progress in elder care is definitely something to celebrate! #InclusionMatters#LGBTQCare#ElderCare#ProgressInCare
🌈"A PRIDE Month Conversation for Community Health Centers about how to Engage with State Lawmakers on LGBTQ+ Issues" -- In a new blog, NACHC’s Manager for State Policy, Ethan Goodman, sat down with Dorian Rhea Debussy of Equitas Health to talk about ways to build relationships with state lawmakers.
Equitas Health is a nonprofit community healthcare system founded in 1984. As one of the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ and HIV/AIDS-serving organizations, Equitas serves tens of thousands of patients in Ohio, Texas, Kentucky, and West Virginia.
Their services include general primary care, pharmacy, gender affirming care, mental health and counseling, HIV-focused case management, HIV/STI prevention and treatment, and much more.
Dr. Debussy offers tips for building relationships and stresses the importance of remaining even-tempered in today's political environment. Read the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/eDaxsTy6#HealthEquity#HealthCenters#ValueCHCs#Pride24
Day 24 - Raising Awareness in the LGBTQ+ Community
Breast cancer doesn’t discriminate, and it’s crucial that we address the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community. Studies show that LGBTQ+ individuals are less likely to access regular healthcare, including breast cancer screening, due to fear of discrimination. This contributes to lower screening rates and later-stage diagnoses. Let’s work together to ensure inclusive healthcare for all by advocating for equal access to screening and support. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth#LGBTQHealth#InclusiveCare#EarlyDetectionMatters
