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Project

Developing a community informed provider training to improve healthcare for LGBT people with IDD

Center:

PA-Institute on Disabilities, UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2027

Contact Information:

Taye Hallock
[email protected]
215-204-3031

Project Description:

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) face unique barriers in accessing and navigating the healthcare system. This project builds on findings from an intensive year one scoping review and qualitative assessment of community needs to design a theory driven, evidence-based training for healthcare providers to improve access to and quality of care for LGBT people with IDD.

Keyword(s):

Health Equity

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation

Area of Emphasis

Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Other

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

National