Cape Cod and the Islands
PFLAG is an organization of LGBTQ+ people, parents, families, and allies who work together to create an equitable and inclusive world. We are hundreds of thousands of people and hundreds of chapters from coast to coast who are leading with love to support families, educate allies, and advocate for just, equitable, and inclusive legislation and policies.
To learn more and explore their site click here, https://www.pflagcapecod.org/
Looking for LGBTQ+ definitions click here, PFLAG National Glossary - PFLAG
Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands, Inc. is a nonprofit, community-based organization dedicated to promoting welfare, enhancing the quality of life, and maintaining the dignity of elders in Barnstable, Dukes (except Gosnold), and Nantucket Counties. The organization acts as a central source for information and referral, as an advocate, collaborator, and catalyst, as a coordinator of services and care, as an educator, and as a provider of direct services.
To learn more and explore their site click here, https://escci.org/
Independence House, Inc. is Cape Cod’s leading domestic and sexual violence emergency housing resource, counseling, and advocacy center to address and prevent domestic and sexual violence.
To learn more and explore their site click here, https://independencehouse.org/
Barnstable County. The County is comprised of fifteen towns and covers all of the land area typically identified as Cape Cod. Cape Cod and Barnstable County refer to the same area. With 228,996 people, Barnstable County is the 9th most populated county in the state of Massachusetts out of 14 counties (2020 U.S. Census). In 2020, Barnstable County had the fourth-highest in migration in the country (U.S. Postal Service).
To learn more and explore their site click here, https://www.capecod.gov/
The Barnstable County Human Rights Advisory Commission (BCHRAC) promotes equal opportunity in housing, employment, education, public accommodations, town and county services, insurance, banking, credit, and healthcare for all persons in Barnstable County regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, sexual or affection preference, marital, family or military status, source of income, neighborhood or disability.
To learn more and explore their site click here, https://www.capecod.gov/departments/human-rights-advisory-commission/
Outstanding Life A Virtual Community of LGBTQ+ Older Adults - Outstanding Life's mission is to improve the quality of life of LGBTQ+ older adults by creating opportunities for connectedness through free online programming. We currently serve hundreds of LGBTQ+ seniors through our virtual senior center.
Visit the website, Outstanding Life
The Thrive- CIGSYA House is a place where young people can enjoy meetings, drop in times and special events where there is camaraderie and support, in a peer lead, adult advised environment, free from judgment based on inherent differences.
To learn more and explore their site click here, https://cigsya.org/CIGSYA_House_-_English/Welcome.html
National Organizations
GLADD. Founded in 1985, GLAAD is a non-profit organization focused on LGBTQ advocacy and cultural change. GLAAD works to ensure fair, accurate, and inclusive representation and creates national and local programs that advance LGBTQ acceptance.
To learn more and explore their site click here, GLAAD/Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation
Human Rights Campaign strives to end discrimination against LGBTQ+ people and realize a world that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all.
To learn more and explore their site click here, Human Rights Campaign
The National LGBTQ Task Force is dedicated to achieving freedom and justice for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer people, and their families through proactive, targeted, change-inducing initiatives.
To learn more and explore their site click here, National LGBTQ Task Force
SAGE Advocacy & Services for LGBTQ+ Elders - We’re a national advocacy and services organization that’s been looking out for LGBTQ+ elders since 1978. We build welcoming communities and keep our issues in the national conversation to ensure a fulfilling future for all LGBTQ+ people.
To learn more and explore their site click here, SAGE USA
The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ young people. We provide information & support to LGBTQ young people 24/7, all year round.
To learn more and explore their site click here, The Trevor Project
Mesothelioma Hope. Mesothelioma Hope was started by a group of medical and legal advocates with the goal of fostering a more positive and supportive atmosphere around mesothelioma cancer. Up until this point, many patients felt like they had no options — but our founders knew the right help could be life changing. That’s why we created a one-stop resource for medical, financial, and emotional support. Today, Mesothelioma Hope works tirelessly to assist patients and help family members, spouses, and caregivers support the ones they love.
To learn more and explore their site click here, https://www.mesotheliomahope.com/resources/lgbtq-cancer-support/
Supporting the Transgender Community. Gender Affirming Resources
https://www.registerednursing.org/articles/gender-affirming-care-resources/
Career Resources for LGBTQIA+
https://resume.io/blog/lgbtqia-resources-job-seekers
Help with Paying Bills
https://helpwithpayingbills.org/
Veterans Help Site
LGBTQ Guide to Online Safety
https://www.vpnmentor.com/blog/lgbtq-guide-online-safety/