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Healthy Aging in Community for Older Lesbians
Judith B Bradford1, Jennifer M Putney1,2, Bonnie L Shepard3
11 The Fenway Institute , Boston, Massachusetts.
LGBT Health
|April 6, 2016
Summary
Older lesbians in Massachusetts prioritize community and support for healthy aging. Access to affordable housing, transportation, and culturally competent healthcare are crucial for their well-being.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background:
- Healthy aging research often overlooks specific needs of LGBTQ+ older adults.
- Community support is a key factor in resilience for aging populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the expectations of lesbians aged 60+ regarding healthy aging.
- To understand the importance of community for older lesbians in urban and rural Massachusetts.
Main Methods:
- Focus groups were conducted with participants aged 60 and older.
- Thematic analysis was employed to analyze qualitative data from focus groups.
- Data were examined for variations between urban and rural settings.
Main Results:
- Key themes included community, finances, housing, and healthcare.
- Continued access to supportive, lesbian-specific communities was identified as vital for resilience.
- Participants expressed concerns regarding potential discrimination and social isolation.
Conclusions:
- Findings highlight the need for research on housing and transportation for aging lesbians.
- Affordability, accessibility, and proximity to social support and healthcare are critical factors.
- There is a need to enhance LGBT cultural competence among elder service providers.
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