Reaching the Underserved in Dementia Research: IDEA (Innovations in Empowerment and Action)

Existing research has documented higher levels of cognitive impairment among marginalized populations, including among LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender) older adults. Research has also found LGBT older adults living with cognitive impairment experience a unique and challenging context compared to their heterosexual and cisgender peers. However, there remains a paucity of research regarding culturally appropriate dementia interventions and services that are responsive to the needs, risks, and protective factors of such underserved populations.