Happy Pride Month!
June is PRIDE month! Oregon’s older adult population continues to grow and become more diverse in race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and gender identity. But unfortunately, Oregon's LGBTQ+ older adults are still largely invisible. They’re more likely than their heterosexual counterparts to live alone, without a partner, below the poverty level, and even experience discrimination. And yet they’re also more resilient. Take a look at the Oregon LGBTQ+ Older Adult Survey Report from Goldsen Institute and the Oregon Department of Human Services/Aging & People with Disabilities to learn more about what you can do.
Spotlight on: Leadership
We sat down with Cecilia Owsley of Guardian Angel Homes to learn what it takes to be an effective leader in long-term care. The short answer? “Every day you’ve got to drink a full cup of vulnerability followed by a shot of humility” Check out her video below – and sign up for our new leadership program, LeadWell, coming Fall of '22.
JOIN OUR NEXT LIVEWELL TRAINING COHORT TO IMPROVE QUALITY WHILE YOU BOOST STAFF SATISFACTION AND RETENTION!
JOIN US AT OUR MONTHLY MEET-UPS
Virtual LiveWell Meet Up: Tuesday, June 21st, 2022 10:00am-10:30am.
Let’s Talk:
Oregon LGBTQ+ Older Adult Survey Report
Join us for a conversation with Debbie McCuin and Kari Greene from Oregon Health Authority to talk about the Oregon LGBTQ+ Older Adult Survey Report and ways staff and administrators can build LGBTQ+ inclusive, supportive environments for all.
We’d love to see your faces and hear your voices at our LiveWell Meet-Ups! We’re building community by creating a forum for staff to get to know peers, give and get advice, and build camaraderie by sharing challenges and successes. Also, let us know what you're interested in at the link below!
Happy Summering!
— Barbara, Steve, Andy, Bowen, Marcus, Cecilia, Valerie, and Judy