New Publication with the Royal College of Nursing


Here is a link to a new article I have had published with the RCN exploring LGBTQ and Dementia.


You need a subscription (Nursing Older People) however, here are the take home messages.

● Language can play
an important part
in creating inclusive
care environments for
LGBTQ+ people with
dementia.

● LGBTQ+ people with
dementia may need safe
spaces where they feel
comfortable to be their
authentic self.

● Care environments
can be more inclusive
and encourage
LGBTQ+ people to
be their authentic
self by using non-
heteronormative imagery.

● Reminiscence and other
forms of meaningful
activity and occupation
are important in
dementia care; however,
staff should consider
what is appropriate
for LGBTQ+ people
with dementia and be
prepared to validate
emotions.

● Care settings should be
inclusive of same-sex
partners and families
of choice, offering
them the same rights
as heteronormative
partners, such as timely
notification of changes
in care and involvement
in decision-making.



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