Subtitle: Implications for social work from the ‘Looking Both Ways’ study Publisher: Journal of Gerontological Social Work Country: UK Pages: 15 There is a growing social work literature about lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) older people. However, research and guidance are predominantly based on the experiences of older gay men and, to a lesser…
Publisher: AgeUK, et al Country: UK Pages: 56 (LGBT Chapter starts p45) This publication looks across all the protected characteristics and flags up issues where the risk and prevalence of dementia may vary for different groups and how access and provision of services must take into account the needs of particular groups. Minority groups often…
Publisher: Cambridge University Press Country: UK Pages: 22 This article examines the experience of loneliness and social support among LGBTI people aged 50+ and over living in New South Wales, Australia with reference to similarities in the UK. It also explores their interest in participating in social and health-promoting activities.
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers Country: UK Pages: 224 This book demonstrates how biographical approaches can increase understanding about the distinct perspectives of older LGBT people, enhancing inclusive care and support. Chapters explore people’s expectations and fears surrounding care and service provision, the impact of discrimination, and specific issues such as HIV, dementia and end-of-life care.…
Country: UK Length: 07:13 Publisher: Social Care Institute for Excellence Comments: See also SCIE website. In this video we meet Alison, a lesbian with physical disabilities and mental health needs, who at an early age, was put into care. The social worker provided Alison with the support and understanding she needed. Her experiences of paid…
Country: UK Length: 05:31 Publisher: Kip Jones Date: 2009 Comments: A study about positioning, ageing and gay life in rural South West England and Wales The Gay and Grey project investigated the needs, wants, fears and aspirations of older lesbians and gay men. This study’s conclusions were that older gays and lesbians feel at risk…