Opening Doors: An Investigation of Barriers to Senior Housing for Same-Sex Couples
Differences in Amenities and Specials • In 1 test (5%), the same agent advised the heterosexual tester about a variety of available amenities (transportation to doctor’s appointments, meals, convenience store, beauty shop, gym, gated community, parking, pets permitted) that were not mentioned to the LGB tester.
Differences in the Application Process • In 2 tests (10%), the same agent only advised the LGB tester that a credit check would be required to rent an apartment. • In 1 test (5%), only the LGB tester was told that a five-page application had to be completed just to join a waiting list. • In 1 test (5%), only the LGB tester was advised that a health report needed to be completed as a condition of renting. • In 1 test (5%), only the LGB tester was advised that there was a $500 deposit required to hold the apartment
GA: Percentage of LGB testers who experienced at least 1 form of adverse treatment
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50% 70%
No Adverse Treatment Adverse Treatment
GA: Percentage of LGB testers who experienced more than 1 form of adverse treatment
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90%
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