June is Pride Month. AHCA/NCAL has partnered with SAGE to offer a training for AHCA/NCAL members titled Creating Inclusive Communities for LGBTQI and HIV+ Older Adults.  In recognition of Pride Month, AHCA/NCAL members can save 10 percent on this training through June 30 by using promo code PRIDE22 when registering. SAGE is a national organization providing advocacy and services for LGBTQI elders.

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning and intersex patients and residents have unique concerns, needs, and strengths that require staff understanding so that these individuals feel safe and affirmed in long term care settings.

This online training covers the key information and skills that help to create a more inclusive environment. The course focuses on terminology, the history of the LGBTQI experience, and common questions and scenarios to make sure your staff are skilled at delivering culturally competent LGBTQI care.  

After completing this training, participants will be able to:

• describe the unique needs of LGBT older adults;
• provide reasons why LGBT older adults may hide their LGBT identities, or be fearful accessing services; and
• identify practices to create a more welcoming and supportive environment.

The regular price for this “AHCA/NCAL member only” training is $150 per individual and offers 1.25 NAB CEs. There also are discounted facility 18-month facility subscription registration options without CEs, making this program ideal for staff in-service trainings. Facility subscription pricing varies based on the number of FTE employees, but all AHCA/NCAL members save 10 percent on their registrations in June by using the PRIDE22 promo code at checkout. 

Members will need to login to ahcancalED with their AHCA/NCAL usernames and passwords to register for this exclusive training.  For assistance obtaining usernames and passwords, members should e-mail educate@ahca.org with their name and facility contact information.