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“Gettin’ On” in PGN: Resilience, Positivity and the Aging Process
From the Philadelphia Gay News By Don Friedman Getting older can certainly be a challenging experience with physical limitations, losses, and changes in accustomed routines. Added to this can be a fear of the unknown, loneliness, and a sense of isolation. These issues...
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Survey seeks input on creating LGBT-inclusive healthcare environments A new survey out of Thomas Jefferson University Hospital is aiming to learn more about the healthcare experiences of LGBT older adults and the factors that individuals consider when making decisions...
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New federal legislation seeks to advance rights of LGBT elders
Two new pieces of legislation were proposed this month that would improve the services available to LGBT older adults nationwide. This legislation would create new offices within the federal government that would be dedicated to LGBT health and policy, increase...
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THRIVERS: Living on a Dime
We all know that HIV is now a manageable chronic illness and adhering to our medications and staying in care is the first step to a healthy and fulfilling future. But to truly thrive with HIV, we must also care for our social, emotional, financial, spiritual, and personal wellness. THRIVERS is a monthly discussion group for people impacted by HIV that relies on the personal expertise within our communities to help one another get the most out of life and…
Conversations: Resilient Aging
Staying Positive and Living with Purpose As a population, LGBT older adults have lived through times of terrible loss but also great triumphs. While aging can bring about feelings of worry or regret, it also offers a perfect opportunity to pursue new passions, embrace new possibilities, and find new meaning in life. Whether it’s learning a skill, volunteering for meaningful causes, or forming new friendships and social networks, there are endless opportunities ahead. This program will explore the potential that…
Aging Mastery Program
Presented by Center in the Park and the LGBT Elder Initiative Can you master aging? As children, we’re taught how to be successful adults. By contrast, no one teaches us how to age well. As a result, most are unprepared for this new stage in life. The Aging Mastery Program (AMP) was created by the National Council on Aging to build a playbook for aging well and making the most of the gift of longer life. Now, the Aging Mastery…