Explore the Insight Library to gain valuable knowledge from expert discussions on various topics such as long-term care advocacy, LGBTQ+ senior rights, and addressing caregiver shortages in the District of Columbia.
Speakers:
- Albert Reed, Ombudsman Specialist, DC Office of Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs
- Purley Jones, Program Manager, DC Office of Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs
In this discussion, viewers have the opportunity to learn about the invaluable support and advocacy provided by the Ombudsman's office for long-term care residents in the District of Columbia. We'll explore the services they offer, including advocating for and protecting rights of individuals residing in long-term care facilities such as nursing homes, assisted living residences, community residence facilities, and the homebound EPD Waiver recipients.
Presenter: Ames Simmons, Ames Simmons, LGBTQ+ Health Policy Expert
The District of Columbia has embarked on a movement to protect the rights of LGBTQ seniors and seniors with HIV through its the Care for LGBTQ Seniors and Seniors with HIV Amendment Act of 2020 , which the Office of Human Rights (OHR) enforces. While this legislation includes a number of mandates, such as training and policy changes, other tools such as the Long Term Care Equality Index provide a voluntary and complementary approach to Promoting Equitable and Inclusive Care for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Older Adults in Residential Long-Term Care and Senior Housing.
LeadingAge DC partnered with the DC Coalition for Long Term Care, DC Appleseed and the Age Friendly DC Villages network to engage our community in a call to action. The special Senior Village Town Hall was well-attended and shared important insights about the critical shortage of caregiving professionals, as well as the proposed DC Direct Care Worker Amendment Act.