Gay senior
The Caftan Chronicles
Hi there Caftaners, I hope this finds you well as Thanksgiving weekend winds down. I'm taking some of this stretch of free time to record up this interview I did a few days ago with my longtime friend Alex Snell, a Gen Xer like me, about his transition from corporate America to social work university to becoming a professional care manager for senior queer men, which I think is a really cool thing that I wouldn't mind exploring myself.
It makes perception, doesn't it? Senior gay folks often don't have children and/or a spouse (particularly a significantly younger partner) of their own to care for them, and often don't like to be cared for by a straight person after a lifetime of moving in gay circles. And they often don't want to move into a longterm care facility that might not be very gay-savvy or gay-friendly. At the same time, younger/middle-age gay men are often looking for some kind of career, or career change, that feels more meaningful and connected than sitting in front of a laptop all day (See: me! lol).
To put some need-to-know info at the top of this interview: If you're a senior gay and this option interests you, you could launch your research by
A Guide to Gay Assisted Living Communities
Looking for Gay Assisted Living Communities? What You Need to Know
If you’re an LGBT senior, you’ve most likely been through some trauma in your past — from feeling like you acquire to hide your sexuality to having people not accept your lifestyle.
And while things have gotten better in these areas over the years, now that you are looking for an assisted living or retirement community, you don’t want to have to take any steps backward.
Fortunately, if you know the right questions to ask and things to look for, you can uncover a place that is just right for you.
Keep reading to find out what you requirement to know about gay assisted living communities, plus some fantastic resources that will help you on your journey.
Challenges Faced by LGBT Seniors
Senior adults, in general, face many challenges. Unfortunately, being lgbtq+ and trying to plan for your future in assisted living or a retirement community can add another layer of issues.
Today’s seniors are among the first generations of LGBT people who fought for their rights to be out and receive the same treatment as straight people. They shouldn’t have to modify any of th
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Queens Center for Gay Seniors provides a culturally-rich environment where older adults can engage with peers, make fresh friends, enjoy a hot meal, maintain physically active, acquire new skills and explore new interests, and give advocate through volunteer opportunities. Check out our services and programs:
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