The disproportionate level of discrimination that LGBT adults experience in their daily lives extends to the doctor’s office, and these negative experiences have led many to change their health care and behavior, a new survey from KFF found. buff.ly/3PUPt9j

And thank you President Biden & The White House for uplifting our #CaregivingInTheUS research w/ AARP to spotlight the realities family caregivers face. We can & we must make caregiving more sustainable, equitable, & dignified. #ActOnRAISE #CareCantWait 3/3

A campaign, a coalition, and a community that cares—and plans to win. Thank you President Biden Vice President Kamala Harris for fighting for #TheCareEconomy .

Excited to visit my alma mater 9/2024 Building Bridges: Connecting Caregiving Research, Policy, & Practice
Pitt Center on Family Support Fayron Epps PhD,RN,FAAN Jennifer Olsen Kate Possin Madeline Sterling, MD, MPH, FAHA Courtney Van Houtven (she/her) Beth Fields Pamela Toto Dr. Grace Campbell, PhD, MSW, RN, CRRN, FARN

caregiving.pitt.edu/3rd-conference…

Learn about some of the latest research impacting LGBTQ+ older adults. Register at
tinyurl.com/AlzLGBTQConv

Alzheimer's Association, Northern CA & Northern NV FamCaregiverAlliance The RISE Registry

Here at Caregiving.com we understand that caregivers also have unique needs themselves.

Check out our latest article to dive into this topic further:
🔗 caregiving.com/posts/could-my…

#familycaregivers #caregiversupport

Could personality traits predict dementia? Learn how #NIAFunded researchers found that conscientiousness, extraversion, and positive affect were associated with a lower risk of #dementia : go.nia.nih.gov/3VF2NlE

Our care infrastructure needs your help! Submit an abstract for the 3rd Biennial Conference on Family Caregiving to showcase your innovation in research, practice, policy, or education!
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This study works to address the growing number of older adults who are serving as a caregiver despite having their own health concerns and disabilities, and how serving in that role can affect addressing their own health needs.

Is someone you care about living with early-stage #dementia ? Are you concerned about them living alone? Find tips to help make everyday tasks easier for them: go.nia.nih.gov/3OMW6Kh

There are thousands of #LGBT seniors & with an aging baby boomer generation, more each year. Yet nothing is done to address encroaching crisis for these seniors, most of whom have no children or other family to provide alternate care as they age.
#LGBT QseniorsMatter
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In response to the overwhelming whiteness, I created an Indigenous LGBTQ, Two-Spirit, and Indigiqueer specific resource guide for folx wanting to learn more and provide better support for our relatives. Link to the GoogleDoc: docs.google.com/document/d/1eF…

🚨 New blog alert! 🚨 Dive into our latest blog post exploring The Importance of Black Representation in LGBTQIA+ Health Research!

Check it out here: ow.ly/65zy50QHlBf

Have you heard about the The RISE Registry 🧠 and the important research 🧐 underway by Dr. Flatt and others at UNLV School of Public Health 🌈✨

'Rainbow Seniors' Programs Offer Connection and Resources for Older LGBTQ People nextavenue.org/rainbow-senior… The RISE Registry

We see you, caregiver, and we hear you. You are needed. 💪💪🏻💪🏼💪🏽💪🏾💪🏿

Don't give up! Your dedication and love make a world of difference. Keep shining your light, you are making a positive impact on those you care for.

#caregivers #familycaregivers #youareneeded

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📣 Abstract submission for the 2024 National #LGBTQHealthConf is open now through March 1! 🌈

Learn more and submit: buff.ly/49iL6Mu