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Lifespan Mini-Conference "Caring With Pride: Equity in Care for LGBTQ+ Older Adults"

  • Thomas Flynn Campus Center - MCC 1000 E. Henrietta Rd Henrietta, NY 14623 United States (map)

Join us for a day of educational sessions, engaging conversations, and practical strategies focused on inclusive care for LGBTQ+ older adults and caregivers. Learn how language, cultural humility, and affirming practices can strengthen support for LGBTQ+ individuals across care settings and in our community. Lunch provided.

This year, we will feature: 

  • Scott Fearing, Pride Alliance, LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group, University of Rochester

  • Rev. Susan M. Frawley, Project Manager, Elder Abuse Summit Implementation, Lifespan of Greater Rochester

  • Chanel Lopez, Deputy Director of LGBTQ+ Affairs, New York State Executive Chamber

  • Javannah Davis, President/Founder, WAVE Women Inc.

  • Stanley Byrd, Ed. D. 

Welcome: 9:30am | Arrival & Networking: 8:45am

Professionals: $24 | Family & Friend Caregivers: Free | Students: Free

Group rates available for organizations

Registration is Required

This Program is Funded in Part by the NYS Department of Health, Monroe County Office for the Aging, New York State Office for the Aging, and the US Administration on Aging.

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