Aging Together - Needs Improvement
Auntie Fun and Auntie May (older lesbian couple) visit the "Loving Garden" care home.
Reflection & Discussion :
1. How does Manager Chan wearing a rainbow pin set the tone for a welcoming and inclusive environment?
2. What specific actions can Manager Chan take to ensure Auntie Fun and Auntie May feel comfortable and accepted?
3. How do the facilities mentioned by Manager Chan, such as larger beds and individual washbasins, meet the needs of long-term partners like Auntie Fun and Auntie May?
4.How important is it for care home staff to receive training on respecting residents of diverse backgrounds and identities?
5. How does Manager Chan’s approach in this example create a sense of belonging and safety for older tongzhi in the care home environment?
Aging Together - More Appropriate
Reflection & Discussion:
1. How do Manager Chan's assumptions about Auntie Fun and Auntie May's relationship affect their comfort and trust in the facility?
2.How did Manager Chan's attempt at humor, which ended up being blunt, affect the couple's willingness to share the truth about their relationship?"
3.How does Manager Chan’s approach reflect a lack of inclusiveness and sensitivity toward older tongzhi (LGBTQ+)?
4.How might Auntie Fun and Auntie May feel about choosing the care home after this interaction?
5.What can Manager Chan do to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for Auntie Fun and Auntie May?