
LGBTQ+ RESOURCES
Pride Franklin County often receives requests for information about resources, such as mental health providers, healthcare and support groups for the LGBTQ+ community. Below is a list of local, regional and national resources. If you have a resource to add, please contact us here.
HEALTHCARE
Gender affirming & LGBTQ+ supportive care
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Alder Healthcare (Harrisburg)
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WellSpan Health
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To schedule an appointment for transgender care, contact Emily Cotton, a case management social worker with WellSpan Health, at 717-851-2931.
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MENTAL HEALTH & SUPPORT GROUPS
Local
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PFLAG Chambersburg Chapter (new) in-person (adults)
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"THRIVE" Support Group (all ages) - Mental Health Association of Franklin/Fulton Counties
Regional
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LGBT Center of Central PA
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"Aging with Pride" Support Group some phone some in-person (older adults)
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"Common Roads" Support Group hybrid (youth ages 12-17 and young adults age 18-29)
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"Passageways" Transgender and Non-Binary Support Group virtual (ages 16+)
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Rainbow Rose Center virtual support groups
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^^^ click the link above to learn more/register for any of the groups listed below
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All Adult Identities Group (ages 18+)
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Gender Diverse Support Group (all ages and open to family members)
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Living Proudly HIV Group (ages 18+)
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Proud Family Group (for parents, guardians, and family members of LGBTQ+ children and teens)
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Queer & Trans People of Color Support Group
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Silver Triangle Group (ages 50+)
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National
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Trans Lifeline / 877-565-8860
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TrevorLifeline/Chat/Text: 24/7 support via phone, text, or online instant messaging
OTHER LOCAL RESOURCES
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ARTS of PA - provides gender affirming resources for transgender and non-binary folks like binders, gafs, makeup, packers, and more
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Name Change Clinics by Dickinson Law OUTLaw - law student volunteers provide free assistance with the legal name change process
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GLO Harrisburg - a resource center for LGBTQ+ Men of Color and Trans Women of Color
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Queer & Trans People of Color Advisory Group - share ideas, build community, and support one another (meets virtually)
EDUCATION
For Everyone
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GLSEN - Policy and Advocacy Resources
For Students
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GLSEN - Student Resources
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Lambda Legal - Know Your Rights
For Teachers & Administrators
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American Psychological Association - Just the Facts about Sexual Orientation and Youth: A Primer for Principals, Educators and School Personnel
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GLSEN - Educator Resources
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Lambda Legal - For Educators
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National Education Association (NEA) - Know Your Rights: A Back-to-School Guide
GENERAL RESOURCES
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ACLU (LGBT Youth and School Resources)
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PA Parent and Family Alliance (LGBTQIA Resources)
Have suggestions of resources to add? Email us at pridefranklincounty@gmail.com
IMPORTANT TERMINOLOGY
Ally: An individual or group that is supportive of the LGBTQ community.
Gender: A person’s self-identity as man, woman, or other designation along the gender, non-binary spectrum.
LGBTQ: An abbreviation that has replaced what was formally known as “the gay community”. LGBTQ stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (or questioning). Its use recognizes a more diverse and inclusive community.
Lesbian: An individual who identifies as a woman who is emotionally, physically, or sexually attracted to other women.
Gay: An individual who identifies as a man who is emotionally, physically, or sexually attracted to other men. (The term gay has also been used to describe any same-gender physical relationship.)
Bisexual: An individual who is sexually and romantically attracted to men and women or others.
Transgender: An individual who identifies as a sex other than that assigned at birth.
Queer: An individual whose identity is more fluid and inclusive of diverse sexual orientations and/or gender identities. Once considered an offensive term, it has been reclaimed by individuals as a description of self-empowerment.
Questioning: An individual who is unsure about their sexual orientation and/or gender identity and prefers to identify as “questioning” rather than adhering to an inappropriate label.
Sex: Designation of male/female usually assigned at birth based on biological characteristics.
Sexual Orientation: An individual’s desire for intimate, emotional and/or sexual relationships with others.
Gender Identity: How one self-identifies based upon an innate feeling of masculinity, femininity, or combination (or lack) of either.
Gender Expression: The way an individual presents to others through appearance, mannerisms, behaviors, and speech which is indicative of sex or gender. The way a person expresses their gender offers clues on how they wish to be perceived and treated.
Pronouns: Words used other than names to identify individuals or groups traditionally based upon sex or gender. He/him, she/her have been used as binary designations (only male/female) while they/theirs (singular) is used by some in our non-binary society. Pronouns are self-selected, varied, and may include ze/hir, ey/em, and numerous others. It is important to use the pronoun an individual prefers.
CONTACT US
Email pridefranklincounty@gmail.com for more information.