Despite Disparities, Most LGBT Elders are Aging Well

Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) older adults display remarkable resilience as they live their lives and build their communities, despite adversity they may face. In fact, LGBT older adults’ resilience may result from adversity and strengthen their fortitude, enhancing their health and well-being. Understanding health disparities among LGBT older adults is critical to identifying pockets of risk in these communities, but it is also imperative that we remain cognizant that most LGBT older adults enjoy good health and are aging well.