One strategy to increase inclusivity for marginalized individuals like those who identify as LGBTQ+ is to:

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Multiple studies have shown that the LGBTQ+ communities have experienced, continue to experience, and fear experiencing discriminatory practices from health-care providers. This can lead to hiding their identities due to fear; this is of concern especially for LGBTQ+ seniors (Swiatek & Jewell, 2018). Suggested approaches to support ethical practice include the following (Swiatek & Jewel, 2018, pp. 17-18):
• Eliminating "heterosexist assumptions," or the assumption that heterosexuality is the only sexual norm and that marriage is only acceptable for two persons of opposite sexes;
• "Encouraging sensitivity trainings for health care and social service providers to promote safe environments";
• Selecting updated assessment tools that avoid the use of binary exclusionary language;
• Using inclusive language;
• Developing "outreach programs and services that cater to" seniors in LGBTQ+ communities; and
• Creating an open and welcoming environment (e.g., post a rainbow or other LGBTQ+ symbol, acknowledge LGBTQ+ Awareness Day).

One Strategy to Increase Inclusivity for Marginalized Individuals Like Those