Discrimination and Access to Aging Services for LGBTQ+ Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Flatt Jason, Klenczar Brittany, Uddin Jalal, OHala Max, Rook Erin, Hernandez Elise, Sprague Karalin
Primary Institution: University of Nevada Las Vegas
Hypothesis
LGBTQ+ older adults face discrimination that affects their access to aging-related and long-term care services.
Conclusion
Discrimination significantly impacts LGBTQ+ older adults' concerns about accessing aging-related and long-term care services.
Supporting Evidence
- Over 41% of LGBTQ+ older adults reported experiencing lifetime discrimination.
- 42% reported experiencing violence due to being LGBTQ+.
- 45% reported everyday discrimination.
- 28% reported planning for long-term care.
- 65% were concerned about accessibility of aging services.
- 64% were concerned about access to future medical care.
- 71% were concerned about access to future caregiving.
- 76% were concerned about finding inclusive long-term care resources.
Takeaway
Many older LGBTQ+ adults are worried about getting the care they need because they have faced discrimination.
Methodology
The study used descriptive statistics and bivariate analyses to examine discrimination and access concerns among LGBTQ+ older adults.
Participant Demographics
LGBTQ+ older adults aged 50 and over in the U.S.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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