Discussion Post: Assessment of LGBT Older Adults
Reading focused on intake and assessment as well as the unique issues you will face in working the LGBT clients. Imagine that the following client is seeking services from your agency:
Kevin is a 67-year-old, Caucasian, gay man. His partner Tom, whom he has been in a relationship with for 25 years, died unexpectedly approximately one month ago. Kevin and Tom were never married, and his partner's family was not supportive of their relationship. The house that they lived in was only in Tom's name, and Tom's family has informed Kevin that he has to move out of the house in two weeks.
Based on this case, complete an assessment, using the format that is provided in appendix C.6. (You may need to create more details for the case than are provided above.) After preparing this, discuss some of the unique issues the LGBT client is facing, using and citing sources to support your work.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.