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November 2006
 Out & Aging:
The MetLife Study of Lesbian and Gay Baby Boomers
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transsexual (LGBT) individuals over the age of 40 have different concerns about aging
than heterosexual individuals. In particular, nearly a quarter reported great concern about sexual
orientation
discrimination as older adults. Less than half expressed strong confidence that health care professionals would
treat them with respect.
Many LGBT individuals reported making no formal long-term care preparations although many expected to be
a caregiver for someone else. This study is the first that specifically targeted the attitudes and concerns of
the aging and openly LGBT population. 
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