Health Challenges Facing Older LGBTQ+ Adults

Overlooked Community Sector

• 🏳️‍🌈 As Pride celebrations occur, the elderly LGBTQ+ population is an often overlooked sector with specific challenges.
• 📈 This demographic is rapidly growing, with over 3 million older LGBTQ+ adults currently in the US, projected to reach over 7 million by 2030.

Key Concerns for Older LGBTQ+ Adults

• 🫂 The largest concern identified by a survey is social isolation, potentially leading to a lack of necessary support systems as they age.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Older LGBTQ+ individuals are more likely to be single and less likely to have children, meaning they may lack traditional family or biological connections for support.

Healthcare Vulnerabilities

• 🏥 A significant portion of queer adults feel vulnerable in healthcare spaces, with a notable number reporting compromised quality of care, especially transgender and non-binary individuals.
• 🗣️ Finding healthcare professionals who understand the community's needs can be challenging, often requiring individuals to