Information for Researchers
The LGBTQ+ Social Networks, Aging, and Policy Study (QSNAPS) is a community-based sample of midlife and older LGBTQ+ adults ages 50 and older (N=1,256). The study is longitudinal and currently includes 3 waves of data collection beginning in 2020.
The purpose of the study is to understand the health, aging experiences, and relationships of midlife and older LGBTQ+ people. We are interested in identifying factors that exacerbate poor health and those that help LGBTQ+ people thrive in later life.
N=1,256
Participants
3 Waves
Data collection rounds
Since 2020
Longitudinal study
Ages 50+
LGBTQ+ adults, nationwide
Data Access
Deidentified data are currently available on request. Look out for public use survey data coming in Fall 2026!
Principal Investigator: Tara McKay, PhD
You can meet other members of our team here.
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Funding Acknowledgement
QSNAPS is funded by the National Institute on Aging (R01AG063771). This project has also benefitted from support provided by Vanderbilt University, the Vanderbilt University LGBTQ+ Policy Lab, and the University of Texas at Austin's Center on Aging and Population Sciences (P30AG066614) and Population Research Center (P2CHD042849).