The resources listed below are intended to disseminate viable information to promote health and wellness within the LGBTQIA+ community. We strive to include links from trusted sources, government institutions, and other reputable organizations. Individuals are also encouraged to conduct independent research to learn more and determine what other resources may be available, and which of those can best support their unique needs. PCNJ does not officially endorse any specific organizations listed as part of the provided resources. For a list of self-proclaimed LGBTQIA+ friendly business and organizations, interested persons may request the InfoLine from info@pridecenter.org.
BlackLine: Call 800-604-5841, prioritizing BIPOC support through an LGBTQ+ black femme lens
Coming Out Support: Call 888-688-5428, safe space to discuss coming out for all ages
National LGBT Hotline: Call 888-843-4564, support for all ages
SAMHSA: Call 800-662-4357, confidential support for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988, confidential support for people in distress
Senior Hotline: Call 888-234-7243, support for LGBTQ+ elders ages 50 and older
Trans Lifeline: Call 877-565-8860, run by trans people for trans and questioning peers, police contact not included as part of intervention
Trevor Project: Call 866-488-7386 or text “START” to 678-678, for LGBTQ+ youth, may include police contact as part of intervention
Youth Talkline: Call 800-246-7743, for LGBTQ+ youth ages 25 and younger
Affirming Care for Youth: for trans and non-binary youth up to age 18 (Fenway Health)
Hormone Therapy for Adults: for adults age 18 and over (Fenway Health)
Cancer Info: LGBTQ+ hereditary cancer resources (FORCE)
Cancer Resources: for LGBTQ+ individuals affected by cancer (LGBT Cancer Network)
Cancer Support: virutal spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals affected by breast cancer (YSC)
Health Topics A-Z: pertaining to individuals who have a uterus (OASH)
LGBT Health: General information (CDC)
LGBTQ Health: General information (Johns Hopkins)
LGBTQ+ Health: General Information (GLMA)
Transgender Care: a guide for nurses (Nursing Exams)
Babs Siperstein PROUD Center: LGBTQIA+ comprehensive care (RWJUH)
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs): Sliding scale fees (NJ-DoH)
Healthcare Provider Search: NJ providers (NJ-DoH)
Planned Parenthood: facilities in NJ (PlannedParenthood.org)
PROUD Gender Center: LGBTQIA+ program (RWJUH)
Transgender Resources: List of services (RWJUH)
HiTOPS: non-profit offering sex ed to LGBTQ+ youth (HiTOPS.org)
HIV Basics: General information (CDC)
HIV Testing Location: NJ counties (NJ-DoH)
PrEP for HIV Prevention: General information (CDC)
STDs: General information (CDC)
Viral Hepatitis: General information (CDC)
Designated Screening Centers: for psychiatric emergencies and crisis intervention services (NJ-DoHS)
Forge Health: Providing mental health and substance abuse services, including counseling and psychiatric care, via both virtual and in-person appointments (multiple NJ locations)
Gender and Sexuality Program: services ranging from psychotherapy, to medication management, to hormone therapy and surgery (Columbia University)
Princeton Foundation for Elevating Equity: nonprofit advocating for equitable mental health care in BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities in Princeton, NJ
PROUDLY Me! Transgender and non-binary support group (RWJUH)
Hormones 101: Write-up for the presentation given by Dr. Sari Bentsianov, MD, a pediatrician who specializes in adolescent medicine at the Child Health Institute of NJ (2023)
Healthcare Guide: For transgender and nonbinary people. Ddeveloped by Antonia Trupio, MSOT, OTR/L, in collaboration with PCNJ community members (2022)
Alcoholism: Preventing alcoholism & alcohol abuse (AlcoholRehabHelp.net)
CPRCs: Community peer recovery centers (NJ-DHS)
Addiction Treatment: General information for treatment in the LGBTQ+ community (AddictionResource.net)
LGBTQ+ Friendly Rehab: Centers in NJ (AddictionResource.net)
QTBIPOC Addiction: General information (LiveAnotherDay.org)
SAMHSA: Substance use and mental health services (SAMSHA)
Words Matter: Terms to use and avoid when talking about addiction (NIDA)
Overdose Prevention: free and confidential naloxone distribution program (NJ Harm Reduction Coalition)
GLSEN: The Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN)
Starting a GSA: Starting a gay-straight alliance at your school (ACLU)
Starting a GSA: Starting a gay-straight alliance at your school (GSA Network)
Inclusive Higher Education: Resources for LGBTQIA+ students (OnlineColleges.com)
Birth Certificate Updates: gender identity and name changes for adults and minors (NJ-DoH)
Driver’s License Updates: gender identity and name changes for adults (TransEquality.org)
Transgender Resources + Support: overview on name changes and updating IDs (NJ Transgender Info Hub)
Free Legal Assistance: for low-income individuals facing civil legal matters (LSNJ)
Transgender Law Center: trans-led organization empowering trans and gender nonconforming people with knowledge and resources (TransgenderLawCenter.org)
Affordable Housing: affordable housing overview for general NJ population (NJ.gov)
DCAid: apply for utility assistance programs (NJ-DCA)
Housing Resource Center: overview on housing in NJ (NJ-HRC)
Truth in Renting: right and responsibilities for landlords and tenants in NJ (NJ-DCA)
Youth + Young Adult Housing: vetted housing organizations for young LGBTQIA+ people in NJ (NJ-DCF)
LGBTQIA+ Organizations: vetted LGBTQIA+ organizations and agencies (NJ-DCF)
LGBTQ+ Friendly Businesses: self-identified vendors in NJ (GayPages.com)
LGBTQ+ Friendly Organizations: self-identified groups and businesses worldwide (EIQ)
Stand In Pride: Find and support chosen family across the globe (StandInPride.org)
Transgender Resource Guide: comprehensive outline of resources for healthcare, housing, advocacy, and more by NJ regions (RWJUH)
Línea de prevención del suicidio y crisis: que conecta a las personas con personas calificadas para apoyo emocional y otros servicios a través de chat en línea o enviando mensajes de texto al 988
Atención afirmadora para jóvenes con diversidad de género: Atención de salud de afirmación del género para jóvenes transgénero y de género no binario de hasta 18 años de edad (Fenway Health)
Tratamiento hormonal de afirmación del género para adultos: Información sobre el tratamiento hormonal para adultos de 18 años o mayores utilizando un modelo de consentimiento informado de atención integrada. (Fenway Health)
Orgulloso Grupo Latinx: un grupo de apoyo de habla hispana que sirve a la comunidad transgénero y no binaria latina e hispanohablante (RWJUH)