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The health and social service needs of gay and lesbian elders and their families in Canada
Author(s)Shari Brotman, Bill Ryan, Robert Cormier
Journal titleThe Gerontologist, vol 43, no 2, April 2003
Pagespp 192-202
KeywordsOlder men ; Older women ; Sexual orientation ; Health services ; Services ; Needs [elderly] ; Canada.
AnnotationA focus group design was used to explore the perceptions and understandings of the experiences and realities facing gay and lesbian older people and their families in Canada, with regard to access to a broad range of health and social services in the community. Also examined in this study in 2000 was the role of health care and social service organisations in shaping access and service delivery. Subjects made specific reference to the impact of discrimination on their health and access to services. Issues relating to invisibility, historic and current barriers to care, and the nature of service options are identified. Recommendations for change include those related to best practice programmes and policies in the long-term care sector. (RH).
Accession NumberCPA-030515219 A
ClassmarkBC: BD: ES6: L: I: IK: 7S

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