One of the duties of Opening Doors is to gather evidence on the needs and experiences of older LGBTQ+ people in the UK. This evidence underpins all of the work and services that we provide.
Research and policy work at Opening Doors can take several forms: in-house research on the needs of our members; research in the wider LGBTQ+ community; and responses to reports by government bodies and other organisations.
The research we do is judged against a number of ethical principles: are we equipped to do the research and will it add to knowledge; are we fully informing those involved; are we ensuring confidentiality and anonymity; are we obtaining informed consent; and are we avoiding harm.
The partners in our research include: our volunteers and Ambassadors; researchers and research institutes; the health sector; and local, regional and national government.
On this page you can find out about ongoing research – and published reports – by Opening Doors, reflecting key issues affecting LGBTQ+ people over 50 and what needs to change.
Opening Doors is undertaking an ambitious, three-year study into poverty among LGBTQ+ over-50s in London. Read more
Mark Sladen, Research and Policy Officer at Opening Doors, provides insight into the needs of LGBTQ+ people entering care. Read more
We are thrilled to publish our ground-breaking report, assisted by Ashurst LLP, produced by our research lead Professor Ben Thomas. Read more
THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF LGBTQ+ PEOPLE OVER 50 Read more
Join our panel of experts for the latest research into the health and wellbeing of older LGBTQ+ people Read more
We'd really appreciate your support in completing this survey by 15th October to help inform improvements in the healthcare of LGBTQ+ people who are 50+. Read more
Opening Doors London launches its report on the Impact of Covid-19 on Older LGBT+ people Read more
A ground-breaking report looking at the demand in housing and care for older LGBT+ people in London conducted by Opening Doors London, Tonic and Stonewall Housing. Read more
Tonic Living, Stonewall Housing and Opening Doors London (ODL) undertook research on the housing, care and support requirements of older LGBT+ people in London. Read more
Read our briefing on the newly released ‘Health and Social Care and LGBT Communities’ report Read more