Synopsis
Older LGBTQ+ people are already less likely than their heterosexual and cisgender peers to have access to safety nets that can provide needed support. With the government shutdown affecting individuals across the country, the LGBTQ+ community is particularly at risk. Navigating the limited access to benefits caused by the government shutdown can be difficult for LGBTQ+ elders due to fear of discrimination and harassment that prevent them from engaging with health and aging providers. During this time of uncertainty, it is important for older LGBTQ+ people to be their best advocates and be proactive about addressing the issues that arise from the government shutdown. This document provides a few tips and resources you can use to develop your personalized plan for responding to limited access to benefits and navigating the government shutdown. SAGE hopes that during this time of uncertainty due to the government shutdown older LGBTQ+ people can continue to stay connected to local resources and the larger SAGE community.
