What support can I access if I am LGBT+?
Local Support
- Aged 13-19?
Over the Rainbow is a part social, part support group for young people aged 13-19 (up to 25 with additional needs) years who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Trans*, questioning or unsure of their sexuality or gender identity. We run a closed confidential youth group based in St Helens, Merseyside.
A referral form for Over the Rainbow can be found here.
- Parent/Carers support
We run a closed group for parents of Trans* and Non-Binary children and young people. The group runs on the first Monday of the Month at 11:30 AM. If you are interested in attending this group, please contact shealth.improvement@sthk.nhs.uk
- Online support
The Proud Trust is a life-saving and life-enhancing organisation that helps LGBT+ young people empower themselves, to make a positive change for themselves and their communities. We do this through youth groups, coordinating national and regional LGBT+ youth work networks, managing the LGBT+ Centre for Manchester, delivering training, running events and campaigns, undertaking research and creating resources.
https://www.theproudtrust.org/
LGBT Foundation is a national charity delivering advice, support and information services to lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) communities.
Stonewall provides Information and support for LGBT communities and their allies.
FFLAG is a national voluntary organisation and registered charity. We are dedicated to supporting parents and families and their LGBT+ members.
Mermaids supports transgender, nonbinary and gender-diverse children and young people until their 20th birthday, as well as their families and professionals involved in their care.
https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/about-us/
Trans Health Merseyside (THM) is a clinical program, that is a part of our new Cmagic healthcare pathway. THM provides peer mentoring, health and wellbeing information, support with employability issues and support for victims of transphobic hate incidents.
https://merseysideintrust.org/
Open Table is an ecumenical Christian worship community that offers a warm welcome to people who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer / Questioning, Intersex, Asexual (LGBTQIA) and all who seek an inclusive Church.
Stop Hate UK is one of the leading national organisations working to challenge all forms of Hate Crime and discrimination, based on any aspect of an individual's identity. Stop Hate UK provides independent, confidential and accessible reporting and support for victims, witnesses and third parties.
Support LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence
MindOut is a mental health service run by and for lesbians, gay, bisexual, trans and queer people with experience of mental health issues.
Our LGBTQ+ Peer-to-Peer Groups offer the opportunity to meet and share experiences and become more involved in Merseyside’s LGBTQ+ community.