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R (Ed) Et Al Ward - Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Ageing: Biographical Approaches for Inclusive Care and Support - 9781849052573 - V9781849052573
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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Ageing: Biographical Approaches for Inclusive Care and Support

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Description for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Ageing: Biographical Approaches for Inclusive Care and Support Paperback. This book explores the lives and perspectives of older lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people. As their distinct needs are often overlooked due to lack of understanding, this book demonstrates how life course approaches can offer insights into their support needs as they grow older, from housing and health care to community support. Editor(s): Ward, Richard; Rivers, Ian; Sutherland, Mike. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JFSK; JKSG; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 157 x 12. Weight in Grams: 336.

Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people often face unique challenges as they grow older. It is vital that those providing them with care and support understand their needs, wishes and experiences.

This book demonstrates how biographical approaches can increase understanding about the distinct perspectives of older LGBT people, enhancing inclusive care and support. Chapters explore people's expectations and fears surrounding care and service provision, the impact of discrimination, and specific issues such as HIV, dementia and end-of-life care. The importance of understanding people's whole lives in order to meet their needs is demonstrated, drawing on the examples ... Read more

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Product Details

Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
Number of Pages
224
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781849052573
SKU
V9781849052573
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-1

About R (Ed) Et Al Ward
Richard Ward is a Project Worker in ageing and mental health at the University of Manchester, UK, and a qualified social worker. His research interests lie in ageing, dementia care, sexuality, and discrimination in later life. Ian Rivers is Professor of Human Development, Brunel University, UK. His primary research interests are in discrimination, sexuality and bullying. Mike Sutherland is Lecturer ... Read more

Reviews for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Ageing: Biographical Approaches for Inclusive Care and Support
This important book should be recommended reading for all health and social care practitioners working with older people, not just those with an existing interest in LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) issues.
Resources This is a hopeful book that would make a great addition to any LGBT aging professional's library.
Gray Pride Parade Blog This book provides ... Read more

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