The onslaught of aging baby boomers and their impact on long term care is evident. But less obvious are the needs of the aging lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) boomers. This article addresses the legal ramifications associated with serving this population and examines the unique medical issues surrounding LGBT elders in long term care. The article also presents some examples of providers who are already serving this population.
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