Training:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Who is this curriculum designed for?

Aging-related professionals working in organizations ranging from community-based services to long-term care. Employment level can range from direct-service to management.

Q: How much preparation do I need to teach this course effectively?

1-2 hours to familiarize yourself with the course and to prepare materials. If you have a basic knowledge of aging and caregiving, this instructor’s handbook provides you with the additional information on LGBT aging needed to adequately prepare for the training session.

Q: How long is the training session?

3 hours including film excerpts from the LGBT aging documentary, “Gen Silent”.

Q: How many film clips are there and how long are they?

There are more than 20 minutes of scenes compellingly placed together into two parts to be shown at specific points in the course.

Q: What is covered in this training?

Objective information about LGBT history and the unique experiences of LGBT seniors that create challenges in intake and caregiving.

Film excerpts from the award-winning documentary, Gen Silent, that illustrate first-hand the unique challenges of LGBT older people.

Exercises for participants to learn how to create welcoming experiences and programs for LGBT older people.

Q: What size group is this curriculum designed for.

16 to 40 individuals. The ideal size is 25-30.

Q: What questions can I expect from participants?

Occasionally some will question the relevance of LGBT cultural competence to the work that they do or the population that they serve. This curriculum addresses these questions directly.

Q: What if I have other questions?   Please  Contact us

Training Kit Ready to Go Out of the Box:

Powerpoint presentation with Gen Silent clips

Workbook with tested exercises

Easy to follow Instructor’s Manual

Pre and Post Tests,    Handouts & Takeaways

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an LGBT Cultural Competency Trainer:

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to your subject matter and technical questions

can be answered by a trainer who has used this

curriculum.                         

$399

$75/ hour