by Diverse Elders | Nov 15, 2017
For many older adults, the holidays can be a difficult time. However, this season can be particularly difficult for LGBT older adults. The lack of social and legal acceptance, both historically and currently, of LGBT people has had a profound impact on LGBT older...
by Diverse Elders | Oct 23, 2017
No matter where you are in the journey of caregiving—just beginning to anticipate a need, helping coordinate a big move, or taking care of a loved one full-time—having a good framework to help guide both you and your loved one will make the process easier.
by Diverse Elders | Oct 23, 2017
As we look at the caregiving relationships within the LGBT community, we see similarities and differences among several different kinds of caregivers. It is our hope that this guide will help you to support all of these populations by providing information and tools...
by Diverse Elders | Oct 23, 2017
Undergoing a surgical or medical procedure can be one of the most difficult times in a person’s life. Typically, people rely on family members to help them through the process and manage their care. But what if you don’t have family members who can step into that...
by Diverse Elders | Apr 24, 2017
Diverse older adults may experience severe social isolation for many reasons: living in rural areas, limited English proficiency, fears around immigration and deportation, being disowned by families of origin, and/or discrimination. The Older Americans Act provides...