LGBT PROGRAM

Working in close concert with the LGBT Network and SAGE Long Island, Central Island Healthcare has developed a comprehensive program to finally address the needs of the LGBT community in an in-patient healthcare facility.

The intent of this program is for all of our guests to enjoy a loving environment – where each guest can be proud of who they are, and never feel ashamed or afraid. In an environment where ALL staff and physicians have been trained to understand the clinical and social needs of the individual. In a place where professionals from SAGE have educated front line staff on challenges that the LGBT community has historically faced, and therefore have the sensitivity needed to properly address these complex issues with dignity and respect.

In creating an environment where LGBT guests are encouraged to feel comfortable revealing their orientation, the Central Island team can properly focus on each person’s individual needs. In addition to our standard high level of healthcare offered to all guests, our LGBT Program has an additional layer specifically designed to encourage socialization and camaraderie among our LGBT guests; to avoid isolation; to share individual experiences and challenges along the way.

SAGE Long Island extends a warm invitation to our guests to attend a weekly Mingle Series at their Woodbury location – an excellent opportunity for Long Island LGBT older adults to meet in a relaxed environment. Additionally, SAGE Long Island offers a Friendly Visitor Program designed to reduce isolation and increase socialization for LGBT adults who are staying at Central Island and unable to access SAGE services.