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Encouraging an Inclusive Practice: Care Management Ally Comes Out in Support of the LGBT Community
![]() October 2016 | Tiffany Webster, MSW, LCSW, CMC, A Plus Aging Advantage
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![]() ![]() In recent months, I have had to take time to evaluate my own thoughts and try to comprehend the events that have taken place in our country and around the world. Violence and hatred towards people based on their beliefs, religion or sexual orientation/gender identity has occurred in the past and are not new, but they caused me to reflect on my own thoughts and actions. Am I doing enough?
![]() We are all human beings. We are alike in many ways. However, each of us is unique. We each have our own story to tell. There may be similarities to our stories, yet no story is the same. Yet, not everyone sees the beauty in our differences or what makes us unique. Do you?
I want you to know that there are people who want to hear your story. There are people that will see you as a whole person. There are people that understand your fear and anger. There are people that want to have the conversations with you that only you can have. This is important for anyone at any age, but it is especially important for those who are aging or facing health challenges, and even more important for those in the LGBT community. Who is your support system? Where do you turn for help?
Tiffany Webster, MSW, LCSW, CMC is an Aging Life Care Professional™ with A+ Aging Advantage in the St. Louis area, she has been privileged to work with many different clients. She enjoys getting to know each person and hearing their unique story. The goal at A+ Aging Advantage goal is to provide excellent service to everyone in our community, and they understand the challenges the LGBT community faces. Tiffany states that she loves her profession, and is proud that they provide an inclusive environment for members of the LGBT community as they age. © 2011-2021 Services and Advocacy for GLBT Elders. All rights reserved. For permission to reprint these articles, or post them online, please e-mail us. |
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