Additional Useful Resources
GENERAL LGBTQ+ SUPPORT AND INFORMATION
- Annapolis Pride
Annapolis Pride celebrates the LGBTQ+ community, engaging local residents, businesses and groups to unite in welcoming and embracing diversity in Annapolis.
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) National Help Center
- It Gets Better Project
Dan Savage's It Gets Better Project's mission is to communicate to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth around the world that it gets better, and to create and inspire the changes needed to make it better for them.
- PFLAG National Organization
- The Trevor Project
Preventing suicide among LGBTQ youth.
- To anyone affected by the U.S. election result by Evin C. Ziemer
Resources Following the US Election Results Blog Post by Evin C. Ziemer, November 15, 2016.
HEALTH RESOURCES
- Addiction Group
Studies have proven that members of the LGBTQ+ community use drugs and alcohol more frequently than their heterosexual peers. Psychologists and scientists believe that this is mostly due to the unique challenges and pressures that homophobia, discrimination, and outdated legal, religious, and ethical practices put on members of the queer community.
- Alcohol Rehab Guide
ARG is dedicated to helping people overcome alcoholism and achieve long-term sobriety. Our team is made up of individuals who have personal experience with alcohol addiction, and understand the importance of delivering top-notch resources and information. That was our inspiration. ARG aims to educate people on the dangers of alcohol addiction and guide them or their loved one into a treatment program.
- Bayside Pediatrics
2024 West St, Ste 400
Annapolis MD 21401
- Chase-Brexton Health Services, Inc.
Serving the LGBT community in Maryland with offices in Baltimore City, Randallstown, Columbia and Easton. Dr. Elyse Pine has been used by Chapter members.
- Drug Rehab Connections
Drug Rehab Connections was founded by a group of individuals who know both sides of addiction. We know it from our personal lives as well as engaging and working with rehab and treatment centers. We are not a Treatment Center. We are a starting point to finding individuals and families help that are battling addiction. We are not afraid to call addiction what it is, a disease. We believe that we can’t help those who need help unless we are ready to call addiction what it truly is.
- Information
- Before someone can make a rational decision, they must have the facts. We aim to serve our audience in a manner that puts them first. We want to answer your questions so that you are able to make decisions that can ultimately save your life or someone you care about.
- Reality
- Sometimes we don’t realize we have a problem until we’ve hit rock bottom. That can be said about a lot of things in life and it absolutely reins true with addiction. Understanding and accepting the reality that you are suffering from an addiction is not easy, and we are here to help you understand what’s wrong and move forward.
- Action
- Once you have all the facts and you’ve come to terms with the issues you are struggling with, you can take action. There are others out there in this world who have struggled with addiction, sought out treatment and are now in recovery.
It’s our firm belief that everyone is capable of change for the better. We want to be a part of that change with you.
- Information
- GLMA – Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ Equality
GLMA is a national organization committed to ensuring health equity for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) and all sexual and gender minority (SGM) individuals, and equality for LGBTQ/SGM health professionals in their work and learning environments. To achieve this mission, GLMA utilizes the scientific expertise of its diverse multidisciplinary membership to inform and drive advocacy, education, and research.
- Heather Chase, LCSW-C
Chase Counseling, LLC Heather has over 10 years of experience working with LGBTQ identifed adults. She has a special interest in work with gender identity and helping individuals to explore their identities and to navigate their transitions both physically and socially. Heather is also interested in providing supportive counseling to loved ones of LGBTQ identified individuals. Heather is in network with Cigna insurance.
- LGBTQ+ and Addiction Causes, Resources & Treatment
LGBTQ+ and addiction: causes, resources, and treatment. Also we help people with mental health disorders and have a brand new page on bullying.
- Navin Singh (Female-to-Male Top Surgeon Doctor)
Washingtonian Plastic Surgery
5454 Wisconsin Avenue Suite 1710
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 244-0277
M-F / 9am-5pm7601 Lewinsville Rd, Suite 300
McLean, VA 22102
(703) 345-4377
M-F / 9am-5pm - S. Hunter Thompson, MAc, LAc, ADS, CHC (Accupuncture)
Transitional Medicine Maryland University of Integrative Health Transitional medicine for anyone who is going through any type of transition in life. I specialize in transgender and gender queer/questioning.
- Sean Lare, LCSW-C
Sean Lare, LCSW-C, is a therapist who specializes in gender therapy. He has 10+ years of experience helping LGBTQIA children, youth, adults, and their family members develop new identities, navigate their transitions and coming out process, and care for their mental health and relationship needs. He also has his own trans experience.
- South River Pediatrics
Transgender-friendly and affirming pediatric practice.
- Whitman Walker Health
Serving the LGBT community in the District of Columbia with offices in Northwest and Southeast.
SHELTER
- Homeless Shelters (Anne Arundel County)
If you are homeless or in need of shelter please contact the Crisis Response Warmline at 410-768-5522. Anne Arundel County has four shelters for homeless families and adults.
Individuals and families seeking shelter assistance may follow the instructions below on how to be screened for shelter in the Anne Arundel County Coordinated Entry screening process. Each of these agencies will be able to add the individual or family to the wait list for Sarah’s House, Light House, and Winter Relief* in Glen Burnie and Annapolis. The county has one wait list for all shelters. If you have any questions you can contact the Emergency Shelter Gatekeeper at (410) 269-4749.
*Winter Relief is open between October and April each year. - Supporting and Mentoring Youth Advocates and Leaders (SMYAL) Housing Program
According to the DHS youth census, 43% of Washington's homeless youth identify as LGBTQ. 330 homeless youth total were counted in this same census. Over the last year, SMYAL has provided shelter, food, case management services, crisis intervention, and community support for 13 LGBTQ youth ages 18-24. 85% of our youth are currently employed and/or attending school. Our Youth Housing program offers monthly life skills courses and community engagement opportunities including nutrition and cooking classes, financial literacy, healthy relationships, and communications, self-defense classes, and resume workshops. Entry into the program is a part of the District of Columbia coordinated entry for homeless persons.
TRANSGENDER RESOURCES
- AC360 special report: The Sissy Boy Experiment
- Becoming Me (Full Episode)
A documentary, Becoming Me, that showcases eight transgender and gender nonconforming children.
- Exploring Gender Nonconformity and Transgender Experiences Through Books and Film
Check out this Reading and Documentary List for children and youth about gender, transgender and gender creativity
- Gender Odyssey
Gender Odyssey is an annual international conference focused on the needs and interests of transgender and gender diverse people.
- Gender Spectrum
Resources and education for families and schools, including a national conference.
- GLAAD Media Reference Guide – In Focus: Covering the Transgender Community
Transgender issues can be complicated, but GLAAD staff are always available to answer questions, provide resources, and identify spokespeople. Below are some basic tips for writing fair and accurate stories about transgender people.
- Johanna Olson, MD, Medical Director, Center for Transyouth Health and Development, Children_s Hospital Los Angeles
Dr. Johanna Olson, of Children_s Hospital Los Angeles, created 24 wonderful videos about trans and gender non-conforming children. Great introduction and tips for a multitude of aspects of raising our magical kids. You have to sign in to watch, but so very worth it!
- National Center for Transgender Equality
The National Center for Transgender Equality is the nation’s leading social justice advocacy organization winning life-saving change for transgender people.
- National Center for Transgender Equality Housing and Homeless Shelters
Helps shelters understand how to become trans competent.
- Navin Singh (Female-to-Male Top Surgeon Doctor)
Washingtonian Plastic Surgery
5454 Wisconsin Avenue Suite 1710
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 244-0277
M-F / 9am-5pm7601 Lewinsville Rd, Suite 300
McLean, VA 22102
(703) 345-4377
M-F / 9am-5pm - Supporting and Caring for our Gender-Expansive Youth
From HRC & Gender Spectrum.
- The Jim Collins Foundation
Provides grants to transgender individuals who need, but cannot afford, gender-confirming surgeries.
- The Transgender Teen by Stephanie Brill and Lisa Kenney
What do you do when your son announces he is transgender and asks that you call her by a new name? Or what if your child uses a term you’ve never heard of to describe themselves (neutrois, agender, non-binary, genderqueer, androgyne…) and when you didn’t know what they meant, they left the room and now won’t speak to you about it? Perhaps your daughter recently asked you not to use gendered pronouns when referring to ‘her’ anymore, preferring that you use “they”; you’re left wondering if this is just a phase, or if there’s something more that you need to understand about your child.
- Trans Maryland
Name Change Program for Marylanders! This program is free to trans participants (nonbinary, binary, genderqueer, agender), and includes coverage of related costs for those in need. Assistance with gender marker changes is also offered. By trans folks, for trans folks.
- Trans Maryland Community Group
This group is designed as a place for trans (binary and nonbinary) folks to exchange information about social, legal, and medical trans matters in Maryland. This is also a space to network amongst one another to make systemic changes to legislation and obtain direct access.This group is only for trans, (binary & nonbinary) and gender expansive persons. This group is not for cisgender people. Resources for allies (including providers) and trans folks who aren't on facebook can be found on our website www.transmaryland.orgPlease fill out all of the questions. You MUST have a profile photo of yourself, if that is impossible you will need to message the group admins when you apply. Please note that this is a screened group, but we do not personally know all of the members, so take that into account when posting private health information. Do not assume folks here are out to everyone, and also check in on each person’s name/pronouns when replying to them or referring to them, as they may not match their name/pronouns on facebook.
- Trans Maryland Families Group
The families companion group to Trans Healthcare MD. This is a space centered around parents with trans, nonbinary, gender non-conforming, and gender-expansive children. This group will focus on empathy, education and outreach and will be a place for growth, as well as a resource hub. We're a project of Trans Healthcare MD.
- Trans Maryland Partners Group
The partners and spouses companion group to Trans Healthcare MD. This is a space centered around people with trans, nonbinary, gender non-conforming, and gender expansive partners or spouses. This group will focus on empathy, education and outreach and will be a place for growth, as well as a resource hub. THIS IS NOT A DATING GROUP, you will be removed & banned if you treat it as one. We're a project of Trans Healthcare MD.
- Trans United with Family and Friends (TUFF)
Provides financial assistance towards transition costs for transgender individuals.
- Trans Youth Family Allies (TYFA)
Resources for kids, families and schools.
- Welcoming Parents of Trans and Gender Nonconforming Children to PFLAG
YOUTH RESOURCES
- Bayside Pediatrics
2024 West St, Ste 400
Annapolis MD 21401
- COLAGE
Families with LGBTQ+ parents
- Dear Megan: A Letter to My 13-Year-Old Self by Megan Rapinoe
Olympian and U.S. Women_s National Team midfielder Megan Rapinoe published a touching _Letter to My 13-Year-Old Self_ on The Bleacher Report Friday, just 24 hours before her team took the field for their second match of the Olympic Games in Rio.
- It Gets Better Project
Dan Savage's It Gets Better Project's mission is to communicate to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth around the world that it gets better, and to create and inspire the changes needed to make it better for them.
- Supporting and Mentoring Youth Advocates and Leaders (SMYAL)
Supports and empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth in the Washington, DC metropolitan region. Through youth leadership, SMYAL creates opportunities for LGBTQ youth to build self-confidence, develop critical life skills, and engage their peers and community through service and advocacy.
EDUCATION
- Gay-Straight Alliance Network
GSA Network is a next-generation LGBTQ racial and gender justice organization that empowers and trains queer, trans and allied youth leaders to advocate, organize, and mobilize an intersectional movement for safer schools and healthier communities.
- Lambda Legal_s Transgender Advocate_s Guide to Updating and Amending School Records
- Resources for LGBTQ Students
Despite the recent legalization of gay marriage, the LGBT youth of America still face unwanted discrimination in and out of school. Throughout primary school and college, students who identify as LGBTQ are more susceptible to bullying, social isolation, and even physical assault. In fact, according to the Human Rights Campaign, 92% of LGBT youth say they've heard negative messages about their sexuality. Another 42% say they live in a community intolerant of LGBTQ people. In light of these striking statistics, it's imperative that parents, teachers, and LGBT students themselves learn about the various resources available to better understand and support all students in the LGBT community.
- Schools in Transition, by Gender Spectrum
Offers a step by step guide for schools to support trans and gender expansive children
- The Safe Schools Coalition
PK-12
HIGHER EDUCATION
- Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) Rainbow Network
The AACC Rainbow Network (ARN) is a community of administrators, faculty, and staff who advocate actively for LGBTQ+ equity and oppose homophobia on campus. All members of the network complete a training session. The ARN training sessions help members learn about LGBTQ+ identity, homophobia, and heterosexism. It provides strategies for supporting LGBTQ+ members of the campus community and for connecting with others who are committed to this cause. Upon completing the session, members receive an AACC Rainbow Network door sign that lets students and other members of the AACC community know that their office is a safe place for people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
- BestColleges.com LGBTQ Scholarships for College Students
Scholarships established for LGBT college students are available from several public and private organizations, as well as individual donors. Some welcome all LGBT applicants, while others may focus on specific subgroups. Check out our list of LGBT scholarships below for more details.
- BestColleges.com LGBTQ Student Guide
- A list of ten things to look for when searching for LGBTQ-friendly colleges
- Organizations, resources and legal rights information for LGBTQ students
- Six expert interviews with leading LGBTQ advocates in higher education
- Scholarships, grants and an in-depth guide on how to apply for financial aid
- Campus Pride
Campus Pride represents the leading national nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization for student leaders and campus groups working to create a safer college environment for LGBTQ students.
- Campus Pride – National Listing of LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges & Universities
Search our database of hundreds of LGBTQ-friendly campuses and what they have to offer.
- Maryville University Online College Guide for LGBTQ Students
Materials for students transitioning from home to college life. The article covers information on LGBTQ+ statistics, financial aid resources, legal rights, as well as mental health concerns the community may face.
- The Point Foundation (The National LGBTQ Scholarship Fund)
Point Foundation empowers promising lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer students to achieve their full academic and leadership potential – despite the obstacles often put before them – to make a significant impact on society.
info@pointfoundation.org
323-933-1234 Toll-free: 866.33.POINT
FAMILIES
- Rainbow Families DMV
Connecting, Supporting, & Empowering LGBTQ Families in the DMV
- Straight Spouses Network
The Straight Spouse Network is a worldwide organization that provides personal, confidential support and information to heterosexual spouses of gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender mates and mixed-orientation or trans/non-trans couples.
- Trans Maryland
Name Change Program for Marylanders! This program is free to trans participants (nonbinary, binary, genderqueer, agender), and includes coverage of related costs for those in need. Assistance with gender marker changes is also offered. By trans folks, for trans folks.
- Trans Maryland Community Group
This group is designed as a place for trans (binary and nonbinary) folks to exchange information about social, legal, and medical trans matters in Maryland. This is also a space to network amongst one another to make systemic changes to legislation and obtain direct access.This group is only for trans, (binary & nonbinary) and gender expansive persons. This group is not for cisgender people. Resources for allies (including providers) and trans folks who aren't on facebook can be found on our website www.transmaryland.orgPlease fill out all of the questions. You MUST have a profile photo of yourself, if that is impossible you will need to message the group admins when you apply. Please note that this is a screened group, but we do not personally know all of the members, so take that into account when posting private health information. Do not assume folks here are out to everyone, and also check in on each person’s name/pronouns when replying to them or referring to them, as they may not match their name/pronouns on facebook.
- Trans Maryland Families Group
The families companion group to Trans Healthcare MD. This is a space centered around parents with trans, nonbinary, gender non-conforming, and gender-expansive children. This group will focus on empathy, education and outreach and will be a place for growth, as well as a resource hub. We're a project of Trans Healthcare MD.
- Trans Maryland Partners Group
The partners and spouses companion group to Trans Healthcare MD. This is a space centered around people with trans, nonbinary, gender non-conforming, and gender expansive partners or spouses. This group will focus on empathy, education and outreach and will be a place for growth, as well as a resource hub. THIS IS NOT A DATING GROUP, you will be removed & banned if you treat it as one. We're a project of Trans Healthcare MD.
RESOURCES FOR SUPPORTING SIBLINGS OF TRANSGENDER CHILDREN
- How to Support the Siblings of a Transgender Child
This video helps parents understand how to support the siblings of their trans child.
- Trans Maryland
Name Change Program for Marylanders! This program is free to trans participants (nonbinary, binary, genderqueer, agender), and includes coverage of related costs for those in need. Assistance with gender marker changes is also offered. By trans folks, for trans folks.
- Trans Maryland Community Group
This group is designed as a place for trans (binary and nonbinary) folks to exchange information about social, legal, and medical trans matters in Maryland. This is also a space to network amongst one another to make systemic changes to legislation and obtain direct access.This group is only for trans, (binary & nonbinary) and gender expansive persons. This group is not for cisgender people. Resources for allies (including providers) and trans folks who aren't on facebook can be found on our website www.transmaryland.orgPlease fill out all of the questions. You MUST have a profile photo of yourself, if that is impossible you will need to message the group admins when you apply. Please note that this is a screened group, but we do not personally know all of the members, so take that into account when posting private health information. Do not assume folks here are out to everyone, and also check in on each person’s name/pronouns when replying to them or referring to them, as they may not match their name/pronouns on facebook.
- Trans Maryland Families Group
The families companion group to Trans Healthcare MD. This is a space centered around parents with trans, nonbinary, gender non-conforming, and gender-expansive children. This group will focus on empathy, education and outreach and will be a place for growth, as well as a resource hub. We're a project of Trans Healthcare MD.
- Trans Maryland Partners Group
The partners and spouses companion group to Trans Healthcare MD. This is a space centered around people with trans, nonbinary, gender non-conforming, and gender expansive partners or spouses. This group will focus on empathy, education and outreach and will be a place for growth, as well as a resource hub. THIS IS NOT A DATING GROUP, you will be removed & banned if you treat it as one. We're a project of Trans Healthcare MD.
- Transgender Allies Blog Post – Why is My Sister a Boy Now?
EMPLOYMENT
- LGBT Caucus
Work-at-home tips for the LGBTQ+ community
LEGAL SERVICES
- American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Maryland LGBT+ Web Page
The ACLU of Maryland is dedicated to making our state a place where LGBT+ people can live openly, where their identities, relationships, and families are respected and where there is fair treatment on the job and in schools, housing, public places, health care, and government programs.
Contact: Amy Cruice
- FreeState Justice – Maryland’s LGBTQ Advocates
Equality Maryland is now part of FreeState Justice. Tuesdays: 1pm to 4:30pm At our office: 231 E. Baltimore St Suite 1100, Baltimore, MD 21202 Wednesday (after 2nd & 4th Friday): 3pm to 5pm At the GLCCB: 2530 N. Charles St 3rd Floor, Baltimore, MD 21218
- LAMBDA GLBT Community Services
LAMBDA is a non-profit, gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender agency dedicated to reducing homophobia, inequality, hate crimes, and discrimination by encouraging self-acceptance, cooperation, and non-violence.
- Maryland Attorney General_s Office _ Advance Directives
Maryland Attorney General_s Office _ Advance Directives.
- Silber, Perlman, Sigman and Tilev
Silber, Perlman, Sigman and Tilev, is a Takoma Park, MD-based law firm that specializes in LGBT law.
- Trans Maryland
Name Change Program for Marylanders! This program is free to trans participants (nonbinary, binary, genderqueer, agender), and includes coverage of related costs for those in need. Assistance with gender marker changes is also offered. By trans folks, for trans folks.
SPIRITUAL RESOURCES
- All Hallows Parish
LGBTQ+-friendly church in Edgewater, Maryland.
- List of LGBTQ Friendly Churches in Maryland (GayChurch.org)
- St. Anne's Episcopal Church
LGBTQ+-friendly church in Annapolis, Maryland.
- Unitarian Universalist Church of Annapolis
Meeting location for PFLAG Annapolis/Anne Arundel County.
SOUTH ASIAN COMMUNITY RESOURCES
- National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance
Offers supportive documents and videos in many Asian and Pacific Island languages.
- Trikone
Registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people of South Asian descent, who trace their ethnicity to one of the following places: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Myanmar (Burma), Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Tibet.
SOCIAL RESOURCES
- Annapolis Pride
Annapolis Pride celebrates the LGBTQ+ community, engaging local residents, businesses and groups to unite in welcoming and embracing diversity in Annapolis.
- Equality Anne Arundel County (EQUAAC)
An LGBT and LGBT-friendly group of people who get together for a monthly Happy Hour.
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center of Baltimore (GLCCB)
Offers everything from support groups to yoga classes.
ADVOCACY
- Annapolis Pride
Annapolis Pride celebrates the LGBTQ+ community, engaging local residents, businesses and groups to unite in welcoming and embracing diversity in Annapolis.
- FreeState Justice – Maryland’s LGBTQ Advocates
Equality Maryland is now part of FreeState Justice. Tuesdays: 1pm to 4:30pm At our office: 231 E. Baltimore St Suite 1100, Baltimore, MD 21202 Wednesday (after 2nd & 4th Friday): 3pm to 5pm At the GLCCB: 2530 N. Charles St 3rd Floor, Baltimore, MD 21218
- It Gets Better Project
Dan Savage's It Gets Better Project's mission is to communicate to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth around the world that it gets better, and to create and inspire the changes needed to make it better for them.
- To anyone affected by the U.S. election result by Evin C. Ziemer
Resources Following the US Election Results Blog Post by Evin C. Ziemer, November 15, 2016.
GENDER NEUTRAL CLOTHING
- Androgynous Fox
clothing for non-binary, androgynous, and other trans and gender non-conforming.
- Gardner And The Gang
Gender Neutral Clothing for Children.
- GC2B Clothing
- Gender Free World Clothing
Gender Neutral Clothing.
- Polarn O Pyret
Clothes recognized for their quality, function and design. Our philosophy is warm, dry and happy children in all kinds of weather!
- Tootsa
Tootsa MacGinty collections are styled exclusively for children. We do not have separate sections for boys and girls.
PUBLICATIONS AND ONLINE MEDIA RESOURCES
- Baltimore Out Loud
Premiere independent biweekly voice of the queer community of Baltimore, Maryland, Delaware, and Southern Pennsylvania.
- BuzzFeed LGBT
Provides credible, relevant, current content of interest to the LGBTQ+ community.
- GLAAD Media Reference Guide – In Focus: Covering the Transgender Community
Transgender issues can be complicated, but GLAAD staff are always available to answer questions, provide resources, and identify spokespeople. Below are some basic tips for writing fair and accurate stories about transgender people.
- How To Be You
Teen and young adult book by Jeffrey Marsh, author and Vine star.
- LGBTQ Nation
LGBTQ Nation is an online news magazine, reporting on issues relevant to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer community.
- Ted Talk: Ash Beckham: We're all hiding something. Let's find the courage to open up.
- Ted Talk: Geena Rocero: Why I must come out.
Phillapina trans fashion model comes out.
- Ted Talk: How I help transgender teens become who they want to be.
- Ted Talks LGBT
- The Advocate Magazine
Contact the Chapter with questions, comments, or suggestions.