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Published in final edited form as: Clin Geriatr Med. 2023 Nov 10;40(2):321–331. doi: 10.1016/j.cger.2023.10.005

Table 2.

Resource list

Resource Description
https://www.hrc.org/resources/long-term-care-facilities The Long-term Care Equality Index is a tool that the Human Rights Campaign and SAGE compiled that enables the user to search for LGBTQ+ friendly senior communities, assisted living, and nursing homes. They provide information on how to qualify for listing in the index.
https://www.preferencebasedliving.com/ The Rainbow PELI and other tools from Preference Based Living are designed specifically to help long-term care staff identify an LGBTQ+ resident’s care preferences. Some questions align with MDS mandated assessments.
https://www.sageusa.org/ SAGE is an organization located in New York City that supports and advocates for LGBTQ+ older adults across the US. They partner with other organizations to provider services to this population. Educational materials can be found here.
https://www.lgbtagingcenter.org/ The National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging provides educational materials and trainings on LGBTQ+ older adults, state specific resources, and other technical assistance.
https://www.outcarehealth.org/ Outcare Health provides educational opportunities and listings of LGBTQ+ friendly providers.
https://www.patientcare.va.gov/LGBT/index.asp The VA provides resources for LGBTQ+ Veterans at every health center. Experts in trauma informed care, the VA can provide additional supports to residents who are Veterans.
Welcoming LGBT Residents: A Practical Guide for Senior Living Staff This book by Tim R. Johnston provides invaluable insights into every aspect of promoting an inclusive and culturally competent care for LGBTQ+ nursing home residents. It contains practical advice as well as detailed information on how to best care for this population.