Aging Well with VNA

Challenges and Opportunities for LGBTQIA+ Seniors

VNA Texas Season 3 Episode 2

Join Aging Well With VNA Podcast Host, Kersten Rettig, in her conversation with Resource Center CEO, Cece Cox, J.D., where they explore the unique challenges and opportunities for our LGBTQIA+ older adult neighbors.  Cece shares insights into systemic barriers and discrimination and how that impacts the LGBTQIA+ community, especially as it relates to aging, asset accumulation, healthcare, and housing.  You’ll hear about resources available and how we can all be better allies.  

Episode Links:

Resource Center – Resource Center pursues societal equity by proudly offering LGBTQIA+ affirming resources designed to improve health and wellness, strengthen families and communities, and provide transformative education and advocacy.  

Oak Lawn Place – LGBTQIA+ affirming, affordable independent housing for seniors 214-272-9528

SAGE Care – VNA Hospice Care is SAGECare Certified to serve the LGBTQ+ community with cultural competency

Legal Hospice of Texas – Provides free legal services to clients in 16 North Texas Counties

Coalition for Aging LGBT – A nonprofit with a mission to improve and protect the quality of life of older LGBT adults in North Texas through community engagement and advocacy education.

Human Rights Campaign – resources for education and advocacy