2SLGBTQ

Proud, Prepared, and Protected is a collection of online resources to assist people who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ to access and receive inclusive, respectful care. These resources were developed by people who identify as Two-Spirit and LGBTQ+ and more than 40 organizations and Canadian Virtual Hospice to fill a national gap. This information is also helpful for allies, people working in healthcare and education and communities.

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2SLGBTQ+ community and end-of-life wishes

It takes time for people to adjust to using my pronouns

Many of us in the 2SLGBTQ+ community assume we have the equal rights

Fears a 2SLGBTQ+ person may have when entering care

It’s frustrating when my wife isn’t recognized as my spouse

As 2SLGBTQ+ women we were not treated any differently

Helping people understand how to de-gender language

Biological family is not necessarily a helpful support system

Doing the work to have agency in death and dying

Sexuality should never be an issue when seeking healthcare

It takes more than just a rainbow sticker on the door: Asking my new doctor “Are you 2SLGBTQ friendly?”

No patient should be your "teachable moment"

Identity information on a person's health card is not always accurate

Asking every patient about how they identify and what pronouns they use

Exploring what end of life might be like for someone who identifies as 2SLGBTQ+

We often grieve changes in our lives

My own grief includes grieving the person I was

Social isolation can be a challenge for the aging 2SLGBTQ+ population

Remember the power differential when showing compassion

Advanced care planning and choosing a “friend”

The delicate conversation about end of life wishes

The importance of advanced care planning for death and beyond

Advanced care planning is a process and an ongoing conversation

How did hospice provide home support?

The importance of educating healthcare providers about the needs of 2SLGBTQ+ patients and family members

Protecting a trans person in hospital care

Systemic oppression turns up in death and dying

Those that are already socially isolated often worry about what will happen if they need more care

Being clear about end of life wishes can really help your family

We need to normalize conversations about Wills and end of life wishes

It's ok to ask questions but people also need to seek out their own information

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