cities have made strides in LGBTQ protections over the past several decades, but not all cities are equally progressive.
It can take a lot of planning, but there is even more to consider for older Americans who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning (LGBTQ).Ĭurrently, the national population identifying as LGBTQ is increasing - among the top 50 metropolitan areas, the LGBTQ population averages 4.5 percent according to recent estimates tracked by Gallup surveys.įor LGBTQ seniors, that percentage can be harder to calculate due to being less forthcoming because older generations of gay people may have been met with hate and resistance in years past. The next phase of life can present many new considerations including location, healthcare options, cost of living, senior living facilities, culture, activities and weather.
For many aging adults, the idea of moving after retirement is exciting. Approaching the Golden Years might bring visions of quitting a job, traveling, exploring new hobbies, or spending more time with friends, family or grand kids.
