Stéphanie Verge writes about the innovative Rainbow Wing at Rekai Centres, a long-term care facility in Toronto that offers a dedicated space for LGBTQ2S+ seniors. The initiative, which opened in 2022, aims to combat social isolation and discrimination faced by queer elders by providing a safe, inclusive environment where they can live comfortably and participate in community activities. Verge shares her personal experience with her stepdad and his partner, Nevil, who moved into the Rainbow Wing after being diagnosed with dementia and Alzheimer's. The article highlights the challenges of elder care for LGBTQ2S+ individuals and the importance of creating spaces that honor their identities.
David Bernhardt, a 75-year-old resident of the Rekai Rainbow Wing, is a former psychology professor at Carleton University and president of the facility's Gender-Sexuality Alliance (GSA). He proudly displays a Pride flag in his room and has been open about his gay identity, noting that others often assumed he was gay even when he didn’t discuss it openly. While he acknowledges the Rainbow Wing’s efforts to create an inclusive space, he expresses disappointment that its potential hasn’t fully materialized, wishing for more social connections and a stronger sense of community among LGBTQ2S+ residents. His presence highlights both the promise and ongoing challenges of queer-centered elder care.
David Bernhardt, a 75-year-old resident of the Rekai Rainbow Wing, is a former psychology professor at Carleton University and president of the facility's Gender-Sexuality Alliance (GSA). He proudly displays a Pride flag in his room and has been open about his gay identity, noting that others often assumed he was gay even when he didn’t discuss it openly. While he acknowledges the Rainbow Wing’s efforts to create an inclusive space, he expresses disappointment that its potential hasn’t fully materialized, wishing for more social connections and a stronger sense of community among LGBTQ2S+ residents. His presence highlights both the promise and ongoing challenges of queer-centered elder care.
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