Statistically, LGBTQ+ elders are twice as likely to be single and live alone and four times less likely to have children, highlighting the need for community support.
While the Bay Area shows progress with training and inclusive practices in senior care, many LGBTQ+ seniors nationwide still experience discrimination, particularly in healthcare.
With the election of the new regime, there are concerns about the potential reversal of positive policies protecting vulnerable LGBTQ+ elders, which underscores the need for advocacy.
The commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusive practices in senior care within the Bay Area is empowering, yet systemic changes are needed to address the broader, national challenges.
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