Lesbian and Gay Elders and Long-Term Care: Identifying the Unique Psychosocial Perspectives and Challenges
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This qualitative study of lesbian and gay elders seeks to identify the psychosocial challenges this community faces regarding long-term care. Two focus groups were conducted among 16 gay elders in community and long-term care settings. Participants reported fear of being rejected or neglected by healthcare providers, particularly personal care aides; fear of not being accepted and respected by other residents; fear of having to go back into the closet if placed in long-term care; and a preference for gay-friendly care. Participants suggested staff training to promote acceptance and respect for gay people, and favorably perceived gay-specific and gay-friendly living arrangements.
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A Study of sexuality and health among older adults in the United States
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- Authors
- Stein, G. L., Beckerman, N. L., & Sherman, P. A.
- Affiliations
- Yeshiva University (US)
- Kean University (US)
- Corresponding author
- Stein, Gary L.
- Venue
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work
- Publisher
- Informa UK Limited
- Published
- 2010-07-08
- Volume
- 53
- Issue
- 5
- Pages
- 421-435
- ISSN
- 0163-4372 (ISSN-L)
- 1540-4048
- OpenAlex
- W2048049757
- Cited by
- 195
- References
- 1
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- FWCI
- 9.14
- Type
- journal article
- Language
- en
- Open access
- closed
- Locations
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work (publishedVersion)
- PubMed (publishedVersion)
- Topics
- Social Sciences › Psychology › Social Psychology › LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
- Health Sciences › Health Professions › General Health Professions › Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes
- Health Sciences › Health Professions › General Health Professions › Aging, Elder Care, and Social Issues
- Keywords
- long-term care, psychosocial problems, personal care aides, closeting, employee training, LGBT older adults
- MeSH terms
- Aged, Aged, 80 and over, Female, Humans, Long-Term Care, Male, Middle Aged, New Jersey, New York, Professional-Patient Relations, Residential Facilities, Focus Groups, Homosexuality, Male, Homosexuality, Female
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