Learning from international experiences – developing older LGBT affirmative housing and care options in England

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to formulate recommendations from international and local examples to aid the design and delivery affirmative housing and care options for older LGBT individuals in England.

Design/methodology/approach

This paper combines a desk-top review conducted by the author with personal views and recommendations for practice by discussing the levers within both the Care Act and Equality Act for greater LGBT participation in the design, delivery and evaluation of housing with care services.

Findings

The provision of LGBT affirmative housing and care options for individuals in England is currently limited. International and European evidence suggests that multi-faceted, person-centred approaches are central in delivering affirmative services to older LGBT individuals.

Originality/value

This paper adds to a growing literature on minority housing and care services. The author draws on both a professional and personal interest in facilitating the development of LGBT affirmative services in England.

Citation

Ross, P.D.S. (2016), "Learning from international experiences – developing older LGBT affirmative housing and care options in England", Quality in Ageing and Older Adults, Vol. 17 No. 1, pp. 60-70. https://doi.org/10.1108/QAOA-10-2015-0049