If you are in a crisis, call 2-1-1 where support is available 24/7.
LGBTQ+
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Diversity Health Center of Tampa Bay
813-518-0881
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Primary care for LGBTQ+ individuals (ages 18 and older) and their friends and families.
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Equality Florida
813-870-3735
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The largest civil rights organization dedicated to securing full equality for Florida's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community.
EqualityFlorida.org/TransActionFL
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Transgender Resource Guide: A directory of quality trans-friendly service providers from across the state.
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A collaboration between the Family Acceptance Project® (FAP) and the Institute for Innovation & Implementation to increase family and community support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer-identified (LGBTQ) children and youth to decrease health and mental health risks and to promote well-being.
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Institute for LGBT Health & Well-Being
813-609-3699
www.instituteforlgbthealth.org
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Provides affordable services with a focus on training, education, research, and wellness.
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Support groups are available for transgender youth (ages 13-18) and parents of transgender youth. Register online at: www.instituteforlgbthealth.org/wellness.html
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LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory​
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A project of the Tegan and Sara Foundation and GLMA – Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ+ Equality.
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It is a free, searchable database of all kinds of doctors, medical professionals and healthcare providers who are knowledgeable and sensitive to the unique health needs of LGBTQ+ people in the USA and Canada.
LGBT National Help Center
888-843-4564 (national hotline)
800-246-7743 (youth talkline)
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Resource Database: Includes information on youth groups, social and support organizations, as well as gay-friendly religious organizations, sports leagues, student groups and much more.
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Youth Talkline: Provides telephone, online private one-to-one chat and email peer-support for teens and young adults up to age 25 about coming-out issues, gender identity, relationship concerns, parent issues, school problems, HIV/AIDS anxiety and safer-sex information, and lots more. All services are free and confidential.
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Toll-free 1-800-246-PRIDE (1-800-246-7743)
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Hours: Mon-Fri: 4pm-midnight; Sat: noon-5pm EST
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LoveisRespect.org
Phone: 1-866-331-9474
TTY: 1-866-331-8453
Text loveis to 1-866-331-9474
https://www.loveisrespect.org/
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Resources for identifying healthy vs. unhealthy relationship patterns, information on abuse, and how to build safety systems and plans.
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Money Geek: Financial and Support Resources for LGBTQ+ Youth
www.moneygeek.com/financial-planning/resources/lgbtq-homeless-youth
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Homeless LGBTQ+ Youth Resources: In this guide, you’ll find state and national helplines, shelters and other organizations that can help, along with tips for how to avoid homelessness.
www.moneygeek.com/financial-planning/paying-for-gender-confirmation-surgery
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Trans-related Healthcare Support: Resources available for trans people, loved ones and allies who want to know more about gender confirmation surgery.
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Tampa location: 813-232-3808
St. Petersburg: 727-321-3854
Clearwater: 727-220-0550
Email: info@metrotampabay.org
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LGBTQ+ Programs and Events: Designed as safe spaces for individuals like to make new friends, socialize, and find support through similarly-identified peers.
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Youth Programs: Affirming spaces and role models are SO important for the mental health of LGBTQ+ youth. That’s why the weekly hangouts are designed for teens (ages 13-17) of all gender identities, expressions, and romantic/sexual orientations, including allies! That’s not all! Learn about all of the programs available for youth, including creative workshops and health education programs.
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Trans Community- Trans community programs promote solidarity, community resource sharing, and peer support. Adults (18+) of all gender identities and expressions are welcome to participate. Check the Trans Feminine and Trans Masculine groups! Additional support and resources are also available — start the conversation with one of the Trans Support Navigators!
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Gay & Bi Men's Discussions: Join in on the conversation! Gay & Bi Men’s Discussion is a casual meetup to discuss events, pop culture, dating life and relationships, and more. This group is open to a variety of topics surrounding life as a gay and/or bisexual man. Meet new friends and connect with likeminded people.
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Closing the Gap: Providing STD/HIV education and risk reduction through multi-session and single-session workshops for ages 13-19. Outreach, HIV testing, and workshops at schools, recreation centers, churches, festivals, juvenile detention centers, etc.
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National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network (NQTTCN)
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A healing justice organization committed to transforming mental health for queer and trans people of color (QTPoC).
Online Therapy Resources for the LGBTQ+ Community
www.onlinetherapy.com/resources-for-LGBTQ
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Provides an overview of how therapy supports members of the LGBTQ+ community and links to resources that can be helpful for navigating the coming-out process, strengthening your relationships, and learning how to be true to yourself as an LGBTQ+ individual.
Tampa Health Center: 813-980-3555
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Planned Parenthood health centers provide education, support, and sexual and reproductive health services for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, and intersex patients.
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PFLAG Tampa
863-535-5239
Email: pflag.tampa@gmail.com
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Florida Chapter of PFLAG, the nation's largest LGBTQ+ support organization.
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We, the parents, families, friends and allies of LGBTQ persons, celebrate diversity and envision a society that embraces everyone, including those of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.
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Meetings held the 1st Wednesday of every month at 7pm at the Metropolitan Community Church of Tampa, 408 East Cayuga Street, Tampa FL 33603.
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PrEP Resources
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Local HIV-prevention resources in English and Spanish for patients and providers.
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The site estimates the total cost of PrEP care for patients under each plan, including monthly premiums and out-of-pocket expenses.
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A single platform providing the latest information on changes impacting PrEP and PEP access.
www.nastad.org/maps/state-specific-self-testing-services
www.nastad.org/maps/state-specific-tele-prep-services
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Maps detailing HIV self-testing and TelePrEP services.
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Recovery First Treatment Center
recoveryfirst.org/addiction-in-the-lgbtq-community
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Addiction in the LGBTQ Community: Discusses why so many struggle with substance abuse, the substances that are abused and treatment specifically geared to the LGBTQ community.
recoveryfirst.org/addiction-in-the-lgbtq-community/finding-treatment
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Finding LGBTQ-Friendly Treatment Centers: Looks at why specific treatment is needed, understanding the unique needs of LGBTQ-focused treatment and finding treatment.
americanaddictioncenters.org/lgbtqiapk-addiction
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Your Guide to LGBTQIAPK Addiction Treatment: Gives information on what LGBTQIAPK means, substance abuse and addiction statistics, and LGBTQIAPK addiction treatment.
recoveryfirst.org/about-our-addiction-treatment-center/events-and-media
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Free virtual support and online addiction meetings.
Safe Sex Guides
https://www.healthline.com/health/lgbtqia-safe-sex-guide
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LGBTQIA Safe Sex Guide: Healthline worked with GLSEN and Advocates for Youth to ensure that this safe sex guide is aimed at understanding the nuanced, complex, and diverse gender identities, sexual orientation, attractions, and experiences that exist in our world, which vary across cultures and communities.
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Sunshine Behavioral Health: Transgender Resource Guide
855-385-5542
www.sunshinebehavioralhealth.com/resources/transgender-community
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A comprehensive guide on how addiction affects the trans community, its dangers, and how to find proper mental health programs for people to get the help they need.
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510-587-9696
Email: contact@translifeline.org
https://transgenderlawcenter.org/resources/youth/
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Works on a wide range of issues to end discrimination and ensure that transgender people have access to equal rights and opportunities.
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877-565-8860
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A hotline staffed by transgender people for transgender people. Trans Lifeline volunteers are ready to respond to whatever support needs members of our community might have.
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TrevorLifeline: 1-866-488-7386
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TrevorText is a confidential and secure resource that provides live help for LGBTQ youth with a trained specialist, over text messages. Text START to 678678.
www.thetrevorproject.org/2020/06/01/supporting-black-lgbtq-youth-mental-health
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Supporting Black LGBTQ Youth Mental Health: Written by The Trevor Project’s Chief Clinical Operations Officer, Dr. Tia Dole, this document provides tips for readers to support themselves and encourages them to care for the Black LGBTQ young people in your lives.
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Ultimate Guide to Resources for LGBTQ+ Students
couponfollow.com/research/resources-guide-for-lgbtq-students
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Top resources for LGBTQ students going to or getting ready for college.
Ybor Youth Clinic
813-396-9021
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The mission of the Ybor Youth Clinic is to provide high quality, innovative, compassionate and nonjudgmental health care services to ALL youth (ages 13 - 24) in an environment tailored to meet their specific and unique needs.
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Free STI/HIV Testing. Other services available by appointment.