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Which of the following concerns regarding long-term care are common for LGBT older adults? An Expert Guide

According to a 2011 survey, 89% of LGBT older adults believed that staff in a long-term care facility would discriminate against an openly LGBT resident. These fears highlight the systemic issues behind which of the following concerns regarding long-term care are common for LGBT older adults? This article provides an authoritative overview of these vital issues.

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What is one concern you might have for an older adult who identifies as LGBTQ?

With the population of LGBTQ+ adults over 50 projected to exceed five million by 2060, a critical concern emerges about their well-being. What is one concern you might have for an older adult who identifies as LGBTQ? It is the profound fear of discrimination in healthcare and long-term care settings, forcing many back into the closet and leading to severe social isolation.

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