THE ADVOCATE: Changing attitudes and increased visibility of LGBT Americans are prompting more and more seniors to come out later in life, a process that is a new subject of study.
The Associated Press reports that people who work with older adults note the trend of seniors coming out, even if no definitive numbers are available. Outings by older stars such as Meredith Baxter, who came out last year at 62, and Richard Chamberlain, who came out in 2003 at 69, inspire some. Seniors Reborn, Coming Out Later in Life >>> Julie Bolcer | Monday, March 15, 2010
abcNEWS: Gray and gay: As acceptance grows, seniors step out of the closet and into a new identity
Those who work with seniors say they're seeing growth in the number of people in their 60s, 70s and 80s coming out of the closet as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender.
Social scientists have long noted that people are coming out younger and younger. They say there's a similar trend at the other end of the age spectrum.
Growing awareness and acceptance of varied sexualities and gender identities in the U.S. helps explain the shift.
Support groups and services have cropped up to help such seniors. >>> Matt Sedensky, Associated Press Writer, Miami | Monday, March 15, 2010
