Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) Seniors: Honoring the Invisible Population in Pride Month
Wednesday, June 23, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM CDT
Category: Statewide
LGBT seniors, who have been called an invisible population, have suffered a lifetime of discrimination. Little research has been completed on LGBT individuals overall, especially LGBT older adults. When interacting with LGBT seniors, it is important to keep historical context in mind. While times and laws may be more tolerant today, older LGBT individuals may still be struggling with perceived and enduring stigma and years of self-imposed isolation. Learning Objectives Recognize four issues that may be unique to the LGBT aging experience. Speaker: Daniel Swiatek, OTD, OTR/L CEU = 1.0 COST: Registration Required
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