Creating safe spaces for LGBT seniors must be a priority The world can be a dangerous place. For members of the LGBTQIA+ community, it can be even more dangerous.
And for an LGBT senior, vulnerability is exaggerated to an extreme. That is why, as we grow older, we must place an emphasis on safety.
We all grew up with the slogan: “Safety First.” Attention to safety can prevent accidents and injuries. But for LGBTQIA+ people, perceived safety can equal actual safety.
All of us, several times every day, enter spaces and immediately assess the safety of the space, in regard to the people present.