Trans Pregnancy and Abortion Resources Masterpost
A while back, I contributed to a blog - t-par, to be exact. I wasn’t able to, at the time, give the mental effort that was needed to contribute in the way that I wanted. But, this is a boost not only for the info that I gathered, but also for their blog! Check them out, follow them, ask questions, etc, etc. They are a great resource, started by a great person.
Under the cut is info on clinics around the US that specialize in treatment of patients within the LGBTQ+ community:
NOTE: IF YOU ARE ON A PC, CLICK ON BOLD OR ITALICS FOR LINKS
Callen Lorde Community Health Center, New York
Mission statement and about: “Callen-Lorde Community Health Center provides sensitive, quality health care and related services targeted to New York’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities — in all their diversity — regardless of ability to pay. To further this mission, Callen-Lorde promotes health education and wellness and advocates for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender health issues”
Services provided: Chest/breast health, pelvic wellness exams/PAP tests, Sexually transmitted infection (STI) screenings and treatment, HIV/AIDS testing and treatment, harm reduction counseling, and hormone care.
They also provide certain dental health services. Here is a list of patients FAQ.
Mission statement and about: “The mission of Fenway Health is to enhance the wellbeing of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community and all people in our neighborhoods and beyond through access to the highest quality health care, education, research and advocacy.”
Services provided: Trans Health Program Patient advocate, behavioral health (individual and couples therapy, support groups, family & parenting services, and more), medical care (Reproductive rights counseling, HIV & STD testing and counseling, breast cancer screenings, primary care, and more), violence recovery program, substance abuse programs, and more
LGBT Family and Parenting Services, Including LGBT Considering Parenting Group, and Parenting Workshops. More information:
Transgender health publications and further reading can be found here:
Howard Brown Health Center, Chicago
Mission statement and about: “Howard Brown Health Center exists to eliminate the disparities in health care experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people through research, education and the provision of services that promote health and wellness.
Services provided for transgender health:
A rather extensive list of “Medical, Health, and Well Being Resources” (including things - and this is such a small example of things that are provided on this resource list such as: “Sexual Health, HIV, and Well Being - A Guide for Trans Women”, Hormones FAQ, and trans women safer sex guide (TW for language). There’s also so much more than this small list!)
Local resources in Chicago
Services for Trans People at the Howard Brown Center of Chicago (“informed consent hormone treatment (known as the THInC program), youth hormone treatment, counseling services, primary medical care, case management, and weekly support groups. All programs and services through Howard Brown are provided regardless of insurance coverage or ability to pay.
For more resources and links
Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center
Mission statement and about: The Los Angeles LGBT Center is building a world where LGBT people thrive as healthy, equal and complete members of society.
Services provided: Services in their youth center ( for those aged 12-24) which include (but are not limited to) - housing, breakfast/shower/lunch/dinner/snacks, HIV testing and counseling, and counseling and support groups. General health services that are provided can be found here and further primary health care services for trans men & women can be found here and include - hormone therapy (including education and management), pre and post surgical care, PAP smears, pelvic exams and prostate exams.
Lyon-Martin Health Services, San Francisco
Mission statement and about: “Lyon-Martin Health Services provides excellent health care to women, lesbians and transgender people in a safe and compassionate environment, with sensitivity to sexual orientation and gender identity; all services are regardless of ability to pay.”
General list of transgender Health Services that they provide:
Of which these include: Routine Primary care such as HIV and STD testing, vaccinations, care for common episodic medical problems, and more), gynecologic care- including wellness screenings, pap tests, breast/chest healthcare, family planning, including IUD placement and removal, and more), hormone therapy for gender transition, laboratory monitoring, mental health counseling, and group counseling.
Mazzoni Center, Philidelphia
Mission statement and about: “To provide quality comprehensive health and wellness services in an LGBT-focused environment, while preserving the dignity and improving the quality of life of the individuals we serve”
Services provided: Primary medical care, HIV medical care, hormone therapy and monitoring, laser hair removal, drop-in health clinic for youth 24 and under, and more.
Whitman-Walker Clinic, Washington D.C.
Mission statement and about: “Our mission is to be the highest quality, culturally competent community health center serving greater Washington’s diverse urban community, including individuals who face barriers to accessing care, and with a special expertise in LGBT and HIV care”.
Services provided include hormone administration and monitoring, HIV/STD testing and counseling, specialized HIV medical care, gynecological screenings and care, breast cancer screening, pharmacy services, dental care and behavioral healthcare services.
San Diego LGBT Community Center
Mission statement and about: “The mission of The San Diego LGBT Community Center is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and HIV communities by providing activities, programs and services that create community; empower community members; provide essential resources; advocate for civil and human rights; and embrace, promote and support our cultural diversity.”
Services provided: Social media outlets on facebook and blog, list of healthcare providers that are transgender knowledgeable in and around the San Diego area, including a list of healthcare providers that are “LGBT Friendly”, counseling services, latin@ services that “offers culturally and linguistically affirming services for transgender Latin@ community members”, youth centers including the Hillcrest Youth Center and the Sunburst Youth Housing Project, and discussion groups.
Gender Health Center (Sacramento)
Mission statement and about: “To provide education, advocacy, mental health and other health services, to underserved and marginalized populations as an act of social justice with a specialization in gender and sexual identities.”
Services provided: Programs that are are “community based and directed. Our community tells us what they need and we make it happen”. Including: Counseling services,, Advocacy programs that offer advocacy services (“The program works to connect clients with resources and to assist clients in navigating all GHC services when appropriate, such as counseling, name and gender change assistance, health insurance options, economic empowerment program, hormone clinics and legal health clinics.”), name and gender change paperwork assistance, economic empowerment program, “Scripts” (hormone clinic), and a legal health clinic
The Inland Northwest LGBT Center (Spokane, WA)
Mission statement and about: “Building a vibrant LGBTQ community through collaborative programs promoting Advocacy, Education and Wellness.”
Location and hours: (lefthand side of page)
Services provided: Counseling services, transgender support and social group, and domestic violence program
MetroHealth LGBT Pride Clinic (Cleveland, OH)
Mission statement and about: “The MetroHealth Pride Clinic is the first in the region devoted to serving the health needs of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community. With specially trained physicians and support staff and an open and honest environment, we provide care that respects your unique health needs.”
Location and hours: (There were several locations listed, and I am not sure if each location has specifically trained staff) To schedule an appointment, call (216) 957-4905, To contact the nurse line, call (216) 957-4868.
Services provided: Disease risk reduction and prevention, STD and HIV screening and treatment, transgender health services including hormonal medical care, medical and behavioral health services for LGBT and questioning youth, family planning, OB/GYN care, Urgent care visits, Specialty and support services, and more
Yahoo group community for parents and prospective parents who are transgender, transsexual, gender variant or genderqueer, or partnered with someone who is trans. See their description for more information
Information on ovarian cancer in trans men
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