The 6th Annual LGBT Elders In An Ever Changing World Conference

THE 6TH ANNUAL LGBT ELDERS IN AN EVER CHANGING WORLD CONFERENCE Sponsored by North Shore Elder Services, Salem State University, LGBT Aging Project, Care Dimensions, and AARP MA. FRIDAY, MARCH 17TH, 2017 8:30AM-4:00PM SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY This interdisciplinary conference is a day-long event focusing on issues of older persons and caregivers who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender. The plenary session features remarks by Kate and Linda Rohr. Kate is a practicing physician and transgender woman who waited until she was sixty-seven years old to come out and had gender affirmation surgery at age seventy with incredible support of her wife, Linda. Their story has been featured in the Washington Post. Seventeen workshops will cover diverse topics including transgender aging, practice skills, caregiving tools, disparities, public policy, advocacy, and more. Presenters are from throughout New England, New York, Texas, India, and Australia. Cost: $125 includes CEUs, $50 Seniors & Students (No CEUs). Continental breakfast, lunch and reception are provided. To register, go to: www.regonline.com/lgbtelders2017 For more information contact 978-406-4596 or lgbtelders2017@gmail.com