Parent, Caregiver and Family Support
Family and community love and acceptance are key to building a world in which LGBTQ+ individuals are safe, supported, included, and free to succeed and thrive in all areas of their lives.
Our Community-Focused Support Groups are open to everyone! Our Parent/Caregiver Connection Line, 1 to 1, and Parent & Caregiver-Focused Support Groups are specifically geared towards family, caregivers, and other loved ones.
Whether your child just came out, you have questions about your child’s gender identity, want to learn what more you can do to advocate for your child, or you just want someone to talk to, we are here to meet you wherever you are and help you in supporting your loved one.
Our support programs have helped hundreds of parents with their questions and concerns. Family support has been linked to helping with your child’s physical and mental health.
Parent/Caregiver Connection Line
Support is just a phone call or email away.
Regional and Affinity Support Groups
Our support groups are safe and welcoming spaces where you can meet with other community members with LGBTQ+ people in their lives, including families whose children have come out to them, friends and significant others, or those who are interested in learning how to become a better ally to LGBTQ+ people. These groups meet once or twice a month, are run by trained volunteers, most of whom are parents, and are filled with people who can offer support, answer questions, and link you to resources. These meetings are free of charge to attend and all information you share is confidential.
Head to our interactive map to find a support group.
Talk to someone who understands
1 TO 1 Program
Want to meet a parent or caregiver that has experience supporting a child with a similar identity? Want someone to explain what worked for them as a caregiver, how they worked with their school, hospital, insurance, or extended family to support their child?
We can match you with someone who’ll get on the phone, email, text, and/or meet with you in a public place and share their experiences. Just call or email the Parent/Caregiver Connection Line and leave a message. No matter how you choose to reach us, you’ll receive a response within 24 hours and we’ll match you with someone who is a good fit for you. The number that calls you back will show up as “Private Number.”
LOCAL SERVICES | LOCAL SUPPORT
Family and community love and acceptance are key to building a world in which LGBTQ+ individuals are safe, supported, included, and free to succeed and thrive in all areas of their lives.
