LGBTQ+ Caregiver Resources
Local, National, and Online Resources
Is there a child identifying as LGBTQIA+ in your life (your own child, nephew, niece, student, neighbor, etc.)? Are you not sure what that means or how to support them? The resources below can help!
If you’re in need of further assistance on this topic, or have any questions, please contact one of our Child & Family Advocates: 717-337-9888 or gro.cacniagasdik@ofni
- Suicide Prevention Resource Center
Help support the mental well-being of LGBTQIA2S+ youth with resources for families, caregivers, professionals, and communities.
Mental Health Promotion & Suicide Prevention for LBGTQIA2S+ Youth
- The Trevor Project Lifeline: 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678
Provides 24/7 support and information to LGBTQ youth.
thetrevorproject.org
- Family Acceptance Project
Family resources to prevent health & mental health risks and to promote well-being for LGBTQ children & youth.
lgbtqfamilyacceptance.org
- Healthy Children- Coming Out
Information for Parents of LGBTQ Teens.
healthychildren.org
- LGBTQ+ Glossary
Searchable database of words with explanations.
pflag.org/glossary/
- PFLAG: Quick Tips
Tips for supporting your LGBTQ+ children (and yourself) during the coming out process.
pflag.org/resource/parents-quick-tips
- Planned Parenthood- Identity
How to talk to different age groups about LGBTQ+ topics.
plannedparenthood.org/learn/parents/identity
- Pronouns
Learn about using personal pronouns & gender inclusive language.
Pronouns.org
- Super Caregiver’s Guide to Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth
- What Your LGBTQ+ Child Wants You To Know
Support Groups are available for family members of LGBTQ+ Youth- while not all are local, most have a virtual option!
List of Support Group Options
- What Your LGBTQ+ Child Wants You To Know