Gay nursing homes
LGBT stands for “Lesbian, Same-sex attracted, Bisexual, and Transgender,” and is often amended to include other groups marginalized for their gender or sexuality, including Queer, Questioning, Asexual, and Allies. These groups face sexism as a common root of oppression, but each community faces their own one-of-a-kind needs and challenges.
While the LGBT community has seen significant gains in civil rights over the past several decades, it is still subject to continual abuse. As rights last to progress, more and more LGBT community members are coming out to their friends and family.
As younger generations grow up with more civil rights, they are more likely to identify themselves as LGBT. As a outcome, we are seeing more and more seniors recognizing as LGBT. As a negative side effect, as more LGBT community members come out, there are more reports of violence, especially within the senior community.
There are an estimated 3 million LGBT seniors over the age of 65, and this number is projected to double by 2030.
Unfortunately, gender and sexual rights are almost exclusively idea of in terms of younger and middle-aged individuals, and LGBT seniors often remain forgotten across world
LGBT Retirement Communities in Chicago
Chicago has a reputation as one of the most LGBT-friendly cities going, and the city specifically extends its welcome to lgbtq+, lesbian, bisexual, and trans person seniors. With extensive senior services and housing at the Midwest’s biggest LGBT collective center, state-recognized marriage equality, and the world’s leading gay neighborhood, the Windy City has an exceptional climate for LGBT seniors.
A leading regional LGBT center
The LGBT Center on Halsted hosts about a thousand visitors daily, seven days a week. The Center provides services such as legal advocacy and health screenings in a complex that includes a Whole Foods grocery store, rooftop garden, gym, performance room, and a computer lab. For seniors, the Center and SAGE (Services and Advocacy for Gay, Woman loving woman, Bisexual, and Transgender Elders) partner to provide:
- lunch four days a week;
- volunteer-advocate coaching courses;
- benefits counseling;
- support groups;
- meditation classes; and
- film screenings.
Senior programming is offered at both the Center on Halsted and at the Center on Addison, one block south.
Innovative housing for LGBT seniors
In 2014, SAGE, the Center on Ha
Our Commitment
Stonewall Gardens is a welcoming, supportive, and respectful environment, where a diverse group of LGBT seniors and friends can live, relax, and be well. Our goal is to provide a attractive, secure, social, and dynamic community for LGBT seniors where they will be cared for with the dignity and respect they deserve.
Our Benefits
Residents using Stonewall Gardens' assisted living program enjoy the benefits of community existence and an amenity-rich lifestyle. Safety is our utmost concern at Stonewall Gardens. We provide around the clock care givers to make sure your needs are met.
Our Passion
Our passion is to create an environment where your well-being is at the center of everything we do. Stonewall Gardens offers a wide range of services designed to meet your or your loved one’s unique needs.
Care
Experience peace of mind at Fountaingrove Lodge, a luxury senior living community in Santa Rosa. We perceive the importance of providing comprehensive care, which is why our residents and their families can lie down easy knowing that our community features a state-of-the-art wellness center and a dedicated full-time nurse. From assistance with daily living to addressing specific needs, our services are thoughtfully tailored to each resident, ensuring personalized care and support seven days a week.
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Dining
Indulge in extraordinary culinary experiences at Oakmont Senior Living in Santa Rosa. Our executive chef and team of culinary professionals elevate every meal into a memorable event. Hand-picked from renowned culinary schools and fine dining establishments, our culinary team brings exceptional expertise to the table. Their skills are not only a testament to their talent but also a reflection of the extensive training for which Oakmont Senior Living is renowned.
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Floor Plans
Our thoughtfully planned apartment homes encompass a range of options, from sp
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