Description:
This paper is divided into three sections. First, a general overview is presented of the situation faced by LGBT older adults, people living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, and caregivers. Next, the paper looks at seven areas where LGBT identities intersect with Alzheimer’s disease: stigma, social isolation, poverty, health disparities, sexuality and sexual expression, barriers to utilizing existing services and living with HIV/AIDS. Finally, the paper concludes with recommendations in the areas of practice and research