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Creating Community Among LGBTQ+ Older Adults

Self-paced
1.5 credits

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Description

The "Creating Community Among LGBTQ+ Older Adults" module explores the unique challenges and barriers faced by LGBTQ+ older adults. It examines cultural expectations, internalized stigma, and the impact of social determinants on mental health. The module emphasizes building inclusive communities and addressing disparities to improve the quality of life for sexual and gender minorities.

Target Audience

Social workers, healthcare providers, community organizers, and policymakers working with LGBTQ+ older adults to foster inclusion and address systemic challenges.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

  1. Understand cultural and systemic challenges, such as internalized stigma, faced by LGBTQ+ older adults.
  2. Explore the impact of social determinants of health on mental well-being within the LGBTQ+ community.
  3. Learn about the importance of inclusive terminology and the scope of "sexual and gender minorities."
  4. Gain insights into strategies for building supportive communities for LGBTQ+ older adults.

 

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