RACGP aged care clinical guide (Silver Book) - Part B - Care of older LGBTI people
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This guide addresses the healthcare needs of older LGBTI people, covering areas such as mental health, substance use, chronic disease risks, and the importance of inclusive care. It provides strategies for culturally safe practices, promoting wellbeing, recognising abuse, and details standards for LGBTI-inclusive services, such as organisational capability and consumer participation.
Key Theme
Person-centred care
Delivering comprehensive care and services
Assessment and planning
Standard
1: The Individual
3: The Care and Services
5: Clinical Care
Outcomes
1.1: Person-centred care
3.2: Delivery of funded aged care services
5.4: Comprehensive care
