GRAI, (GLBTI Retirement Association Inc), in partnership with Curtin University, has been continuing its research project Accommodation options for older Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex (GLBTI) individuals. Support for this research project is through a Lotterywest Social Research Grant.
A state-wide survey conducted late last year explored current practices and attitudes of WA retirement and residential aged care providers with regards to older GLBTI people. These findings have informed the development of Best Practice Guidelines which will provide practical strategies to the providers of retirement and residential aged care so that they are better able to recognise, understand and meet the specific needs of older GLBTI people.
Help us with this research by telling us what you think of the draft guidelines by joining a focus group discussion on Wednesday 14 April 2010 in Shenton Park. Join us at 5.00pm for light refreshments followed by the focus group which should finish by 6.30pm. Please register your interest by contacting Rita Freijah, Project Officer at r.freijah@curtin.edu.au or phone 9266 1832 no later than Friday 9 April 2010. If you are still interested but can’t make the 14 April then register for a later date. We have some incentives to join us so phone to find out more.
Jude Comfort
