by Diverse Elders | Jul 13, 2012
As the nation’s primary health insurance program for low-income individuals, Medicaid serves as the single largest payer of long-term care in the United States. Medicaid qualification rules include a series of “spousal impoverishment protections” that aim to...
by Diverse Elders | Jul 13, 2012
Studies have shown lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender older adults are less likely to access mainstream health care service providers, have health insurance, and seek treatment or care, putting them at greater risk for poorer overall health and developing...
by Diverse Elders | Jul 13, 2012
The National Academy on an Aging Society teamed up with SAGE to publish this edition of the Public Policy and Aging Report. There are a number of articles, with topics including the absence of research devoted to LGBT populations; the higher economic, health, and...
by Diverse Elders | Jul 13, 2012
This publication helps to answers the question: “How can our mainstream aging organization provide inclusive and welcoming services to older lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender adults?” Written with suggestions, tips and practical ideas from mainstream aging...
by Diverse Elders | Jul 13, 2012
This publication addresses the concerns of transgender older adults on issues such as financial security, health and overall well-being. It includes a detailed literature review, profiles of personal experiences and more than 60 concrete recommendations for...
