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LGBTQI+ and Sexuality in Aged Care

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This course explores LGBTQI+ inclusion in aged care, with a focus on understanding gender identity, sexual orientation, relationships and the diverse experiences of older LGBTQI+ people. It supports aged care professionals to provide respectful, inclusive and person-centred care for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, gender diverse and intersex older people in Australia.

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Learning Outcomes

What you'll learn

  • Describe LGBTQI+ inclusion in aged care and use respectful, inclusive language when supporting older people.
  • Explain gender identity and sexual orientation in aged care, including concepts of gender, sexuality, bodily diversity and relationships.
  • Recognise the experiences and specific needs of lesbian older people in aged care, gay men in aged care Australia, and bisexual people.
  • Identify appropriate approaches for supporting trans older people in aged care and supporting intersex older people in aged care.
  • Apply inclusive, person-centred practices that promote dignity, respect and diversity for LGBTQI+ older people in Australian aged care settings.

Modules

Module 1

Introduction to LGBTI Inclusion in Aged Care

Module 2

Lesbians & Aged Care

Module 3

Gay Men & Aged Care

Module 4

Bisexual People & Aged Care

Module 5

Trans and Gender Diverse People & Aged Care

Module 6

Intersex People & Aged Care

Module 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

LGBTQI+ inclusion in aged care means creating respectful, safe environments that recognise diverse identities, relationships, preferences and experiences without discrimination.

Understanding gender identity and sexual orientation in aged care helps staff avoid assumptions, communicate respectfully and provide person-centred support.

Supporting trans older people in aged care involves respecting their chosen name, pronouns, identity, privacy and individual care preferences.

Supporting intersex older people in aged care requires respectful communication, privacy, informed consent and recognition of each person’s individual experiences and preferences.

An LGBTIQ+ aged care online course Australia can help aged care workers better understand and support lesbian older people, gay men, bisexual people and diverse communities.