Best Practices Presentation: Oppression and Resilience as Factors of Emotional Well-Being in the LGBT Elder Population

The Geriatric Mental Health Alliance of New York and the Brookdale Center for Healthy Aging and Longevity of Hunter College

invite you to a best practices presentation in geriatric mental health entitled

Oppression and Resilience as Factors of Emotional Well-Being in the LGBT Elder Population

presented by

John Genke, Senior Social Worker, Services and Advocacy for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Elders (SAGE).

February 19, 2008 from 3:00 - 5:00PM
Hunter College School of Social Work - Auditorium
129 East 79th Street, NYC
(Between Lexington and Park Avenues)

LGBT elders with mental disorders face significant challenges related to the stigma of aging, or mental illness, and of sexual orientation. Effective engagement and sensitivity to the unique needs of this population are critical for successfully addressing mental health issues.

Join Mr. Genke as he shares best practices for working effectively with this population.

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Refreshments will be served.

Attendence is free, but pre-registration is required.

To make a reservation, please click here.

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Thank you to the supporters of the Alliance, the Altman Foundation, the James N. Jarvie Commonweal Services, the Fan Fox and Leslie R. Samuels Foundation, the van Ameringen Foundation, and the Mental Health Associations of New York City and Westchester.