Creating Safe and Supportive Spaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ Older Adults

September 25, 2024, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. ET 

In this session, participants learned about fostering inclusive, safe and supportive environments tailored to the unique experiences and needs of 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults. Leaders from Rainbow Health Ontario and Dignity Seniors Society shared insights into their organizations and services, community engagement and advocacy efforts, lived experience and strategies that support 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults in aging at home. 

Speakers:

• Darren Usher (he/him), Chair, Board of Directors, Dignity Seniors Society 
• Tanya Neumeyer (they/them), Clinical Educator, Rainbow Health Ontario  

Host:

• Andrea Piché, Senior Program Lead, Healthcare Excellence Canada