A new report from the Marie Curie charity has claimed that LGBT individuals face “significant” and “devastating” barriers in gaining access to end-of-life care, leading many to experience isolation and anxiety. The report, published on Tuesday, found that a quarter of people who have been diagnosed with an incurable illness or condition are unable to find care at home because they don't know where their nearest GP is Many LGBT people face having to repeatedly “come out” to new staff, whilst some also feel ignored and overlooked. The report explains that LGBT individuals can face particular issues whilst receiving palliative care connected to the facts that they are less likely to have children, more likely to have mental health issues and may also be estranged from family.
A new report from the Marie Curie charity has claimed that LGBT individuals face “significant” and “devastating” barriers in gaining access to end-of-life care, leading many to experience isolation and anxiety. Discrimination and a lack of training is exacerbating the problem and may prevent people from seeking treatment and support. Many LGBT people face having to repeatedly “come out” to new staff, whilst some also feel ignored and overlooked. The report explains that LGBT individuals can face particular issues whilst receiving palliative care connected to the facts that they are less likely to have children, more likely to have mental health issues and may also be estranged from family.