Challenges and Opportunities for LGBTQIA+ Seniors

Join Aging Well With VNA Podcast Host, Kersten Rettig, in her conversation with Resource Center CEO, Cece Cox, J.D., where they explore the unique challenges and opportunities for our LGBTQIA+ older adult neighbors.  Cece shares insights into systemic barriers and discrimination and how that impacts the LGBTQIA+ community, especially as it relates to aging, asset accumulation, healthcare, and housing.  You’ll hear about resources available and how we can all be better allies.  

Episode Links:

Resource Center – Resource Center pursues societal equity by proudly offering LGBTQIA+ affirming resources designed to improve health and wellness, strengthen families and communities, and provide transformative education and advocacy.  

Oak Lawn Place – LGBTQIA+ affirming, affordable independent housing for seniors 214-272-9528

SAGE Care – VNA Hospice Care is SAGECare Certified to serve the LGBTQ+ community with cultural competency

Legal Hospice of Texas – Provides free legal services to clients in 16 North Texas Counties

Coalition for Aging LGBT – A nonprofit with a mission to improve and protect the quality of life of older LGBT adults in North Texas through community engagement and advocacy education.

Human Rights Campaign – resources for education and advocacy