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Sponsored by the Health Care Authority (HCA), Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR)

The Saying It Out Loud (SIOL) Conference focuses on information sharing and networking to improve behavioral health services, and to decrease disparities faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ+) individuals.  The conference strives to provide space to educate to better serve and support LGBTQ+ individuals and their families. Dialogue is encouraged across all topics that touch and impact individuals including understanding how difference with regard to gender identity and sexuality impact overall behavioral and physical health, self-determination, and well-being.

Attendees in the past have included specialists in behavioral health (mental health and substance use), as well as professionals that serve LGBTQ+ individuals and their families with non-profit agencies, government organizations, housing authorities, child welfare organizations, elder care providers, education groups, and criminal justice organizations. All are welcome. This year’s conference will mark its 18th year.

Highlighted: Elder Track Workshop Topics

• Presentation on the  Rainbow Housing Plan by Generations Aging with Pride
• Supportive Housing via Foundational Community Supports by Health Care Authority and Department of Social and Health Services Staff
• Viewing of the documentary ‘GenSilent’ with facilitated discussion

Interested in attending or reserving space as a resource table? More information will be sent soon, or please see: https://sayingitoutloud.org/ or sign up for our listserv here: Stay In Touch!

Suemary Trobaugh, MPA  /  RCL Quality Improvement Specialist / Home Community Services

Aging and Long-Term Support Administration

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services

360-725-2557  / Suemary.Trobaugh@dshs.wa.gov