Prevalence of SGM-Friendly Policies in Long-Term Care Facilities in Minnesota
Author Information
Author(s): Shippee Tetyana, Moone Rajean, Flatt Jason, Zhang Ziwei, Wright Morgan, Kohli Nidhi, Rosser B R Simon
Primary Institution: University of Minnesota
Hypothesis
The study aimed to analyze the prevalence of SGM-affirmative policies in long-term services and supports facilities in Minnesota.
Conclusion
The study found a moderate overall prevalence of SGM-friendly policies in long-term care facilities, with variations based on facility characteristics.
Supporting Evidence
- SGM older adults face increased risks of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
- The study analyzed policies in human resources, marketing, training, governance, and anti-discrimination.
- Mean scores were calculated to determine the overall prevalence of SGM-friendly policies.
Takeaway
This study looked at how many long-term care places in Minnesota have rules that support LGBTQ+ older adults, and found that while some do, there's still a lot of work to be done.
Methodology
A policy analysis was conducted across 166 nursing homes and 267 assisted living facilities in Minnesota, assessing policies for SGM-affirmative measures.
Limitations
The study did not find significant disparities between different types of facilities regarding SGM-friendly policies.
Participant Demographics
The study focused on long-term care facilities in Minnesota, including nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
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