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Peer Support Meetings
Facilitated by volunteers, our peer support group meetings offer a safe and welcoming space for parents, caregivers, LGBTQ+ individuals, and allies ages 18+. Come to learn, ask questions, find resources, and connect with others. In-person and virtual options are available.
Additional Peer Support through PFLAG Charlotte
One-to-One – Need some personalized support or can’t make a meeting? Ask us about connecting you with someone who has walked a similar journey. We’ll connect you via phone, text, or email.
Private online support groups – Are you a parent or caregiver of an LGBTQ+ individual? Through two private online Facebook groups, we provide a safe space for parents and caregivers to ask questions and share resources. Email support@pflagcharlotte.org for details.
Additional resources for families – We’ve compiled a list of additional peer support, education, and advocacy resources for families. Download here.
Send Me Monthly Peer Support Group Meeting Reminders
Crisis Resources/Suicide Prevention
If you are in crisis or in need of immediate support please call:
The Trevor Project
(866) 488-7386
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The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) young people ages 13-24.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(800) 273-8255
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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
SAGE Elder National LGBT Elder Hotline
877-360-LGBT (5428)
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Talk and be heard at the SAGE LGBT Elder Hotline. They connect LGBT older people who want to talk with friendly responders who are ready to listen.
The National Runaway Safeline
(800)-786-2929
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Youth Information: Provides advice and assistance to runaways, including resources, shelter, transportation, assistance in finding counseling, and transitioning back to home life. NRS frontline staff will also act as advocates and mediators if/as needed.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Text START to 741-741
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Crisis Text Line is free, 24/7 support for those in crisis. Text from anywhere in the USA to text with a trained Crisis Counselor.
Trans Lifeline
(877) 565-8860
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Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive.
The Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender National Hotline
(888) 843-4564
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Provides telephone, online private one-to-one chat, and email peer-support, as well as factual information and local resources for cities and towns across the United States.
The GLBT National Youth Talkline
(800) 246-7743
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Serving youth through 25 years old. They provide telephone, online private one-to-one chat, and email peer-support, as well as factual information and local resources for cities and towns across the United States.