LGBTQIA+ Resources: Embracing Your Authentic Self
Everyone deserves to live as their true and authentic self. At DMYFS, we are committed to supporting individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community by providing resources that affirm, celebrate, and protect your identity. We understand the unique challenges that LGBTQIA+ individuals face and are here to help you access resources that support mental health, well-being, and connection. No matter where you are on your journey, you are valued, supported, and empowered to live authentically.
Helping Educate Regarding Orientation (HERO) Club
Join the HERO Club hosted by DMYFS and Coginchaug Regional High School. All are welcome whether you're into cultural discussions, creative projects, or just connecting with others!
When: Every Wednesday
Time: 2:15 - 3:15 PM
Where: Durham Community Center (DCC), Youth Game Room
When: Every Wednesday
Time: 2:15 - 3:15 PM
Where: Durham Community Center (DCC), Youth Game Room
Hotlines
The Trevor Project LGBTQ Lifeline – Crisis support for LGBTQ youth.
Call: (866) 488-7386
The SAGE National LGBTQ+ Elder Hotline – A free, confidential service providing support to LGBTQ+ older adults, available 24/7.
Call: (877) 360-5428
Call: (866) 488-7386
The SAGE National LGBTQ+ Elder Hotline – A free, confidential service providing support to LGBTQ+ older adults, available 24/7.
Call: (877) 360-5428
Local Support
Middletown Pride – Local pride events and LGBTQ+ resources in Middletown, CT.
Website: https://www.middletownpride.org
Hartford Pride – LGBTQ+ events and community resources in Hartford, CT.
Website: https://hartfordpride.org
New Haven Pride – LGBTQ+ events and community resources in New Haven, CT.
Website: https://www.newhavenpridecenter.org
Trans Haven – Support for the transgender community in Connecticut.
Website: https://peerpride.com/transhaven
PFLAG (National) – Support for LGBTQ+ individuals and families. Local chapters in Hartford, Waterbury, and Enfield, CT.
Website: https://pflag.org
Website: https://www.middletownpride.org
Hartford Pride – LGBTQ+ events and community resources in Hartford, CT.
Website: https://hartfordpride.org
New Haven Pride – LGBTQ+ events and community resources in New Haven, CT.
Website: https://www.newhavenpridecenter.org
Trans Haven – Support for the transgender community in Connecticut.
Website: https://peerpride.com/transhaven
PFLAG (National) – Support for LGBTQ+ individuals and families. Local chapters in Hartford, Waterbury, and Enfield, CT.
Website: https://pflag.org
Online Support
Therapists
Jen King, Building Happiness, LLC – Provides therapy services to help individuals build resilience and happiness in their lives.
Website: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/jen-king-building-happiness-llc-manchester-ct/988415
Insurance Accepted as of 2/28/2025: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Husky Health, and self-pay.
Connecticut Affirmative Therapy – Offers therapy and counseling services to the LGBTQ+ community in Connecticut, focusing on mental health and well-being.
Website: https://www.ctaffirmative.com/services.html
Insurance Accepted as of 2/28/2025: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, ConnectiCare, Husky Health, and self-pay.
Website: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/jen-king-building-happiness-llc-manchester-ct/988415
Insurance Accepted as of 2/28/2025: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Husky Health, and self-pay.
Connecticut Affirmative Therapy – Offers therapy and counseling services to the LGBTQ+ community in Connecticut, focusing on mental health and well-being.
Website: https://www.ctaffirmative.com/services.html
Insurance Accepted as of 2/28/2025: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, ConnectiCare, Husky Health, and self-pay.
LGBTQIA+ Affirming Services
Health and Wellness:
Planned Parenthood - Gender Affirming Care – Gender-affirming care and resources.
Website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/get-care/our-services/gender-affirming-care
Plume – Online gender-affirming hormone therapy and care.
Website: https://getplume.co
Strands for Trans – A global network of affirming hair, beauty, and wellness organizations.
Website: https://strandsfortrans.org
Queer-Owned Businesses
Everywhere is Queer – Online hub to highlight queer-owned businesses.
Website: https://www.everywhereisqueer.com
Spectrum Outfitters – Online clothing brand offering gender-expansive clothing and safe, affordable binders.
Website: https://www.spectrumoutfitters.us
Planned Parenthood - Gender Affirming Care – Gender-affirming care and resources.
Website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/get-care/our-services/gender-affirming-care
Plume – Online gender-affirming hormone therapy and care.
Website: https://getplume.co
Strands for Trans – A global network of affirming hair, beauty, and wellness organizations.
Website: https://strandsfortrans.org
Queer-Owned Businesses
Everywhere is Queer – Online hub to highlight queer-owned businesses.
Website: https://www.everywhereisqueer.com
Spectrum Outfitters – Online clothing brand offering gender-expansive clothing and safe, affordable binders.
Website: https://www.spectrumoutfitters.us