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February 1, 2025Feb 1, 2025LGBTQ+ elders of color face special challenges
Not all needs are the same for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer (LGBTQ+). People of color face additional challenges.
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October 4, 2024Oct 4, 2024Addressing heart disease among LGBTQ+ elders
LGBTQ+ elders face greater risks of cardiovascular disease, heart attacks and strokes than the general older adult population.
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August 28, 2024Aug 28, 2024PCA strengthens its commitment to LGBTQ+ older adults through partnership with SAGECare
PCA proudly announces its achievement of receiving a SAGECare Credential.
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May 31, 2024May 31, 2024Inclusion for LGBTQ+ older adults still room for improvement
Many LGBTQ+ older people reported delaying or avoiding necessary medical care out of fear of discrimination from health care staff.
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January 5, 2024Jan 5, 2024Philadelphia protects gender-affirming care
Former Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney signed Executive Order No. 4-23 to protect individuals seeking, receiving and providing gender-affirming health care.
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September 1, 2023Sep 1, 2023New LGBTQ+ Advisory Council seeks to enhance lives
Many older LGBTQ+ Philadelphians have lived through decades of discrimination, social stigma and even violence because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
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June 2, 2023Jun 2, 2023Support for LGBTQ+ elders
The LGBT Elder Initiative at William Way is focused on helping the LGBTQ+ community age successfully.
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December 2, 2022Dec 2, 2022Center builds community among LGBTQ+ elders
The Elder Initiative at the William Way Community Center provides services, education and advocacy for LGBTQ+ older adults.
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May 26, 2022May 26, 2022Love in the air: LGBTQ+ older adults remember their first love
These sweet first love stories from LGBTQ+ older adults, who are often marginalized and judged, remind us all that love comes in many forms, and each is beautiful.
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