The CT Department of Children and Families is committed to consistent, safe, and affirming care, support, and services for LGBTQIA+ children, young adults, parents, caregivers, and foster parents working with the Department. We continually strive to ensure that our services, programs, and placements are safe, affirming, and free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying for all children and families, regardless of actual or perceived sex assigned at birth, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.
These resources are intended to support youth, young adults, caregivers, and professionals with the vital information needed to effectively affirm, guide, and champion LGBTQIA+ individuals.
For more information, please feel free to reach out to Victoria Peters at victoria.peters@ct.gov
Parent and Caregiver Supports
- Glossary of Terms and Resources
- Support for parents of LGBTQ - Strong Family Alliance
- LGBTQIA+ Resources for Parents — PEPS
- Beaqen
- Family Acceptance Project ®
- Resources for Parents | Planned Parenthood
- My Kid is Gay
- Ensuring Comprehensive Care and Support for Transgender and Gender-DiverseChildren and Adolescents | American Academy of Pediatrics
- Additional Parent Caregiver Resources
- Child Mind Institute - Supporting LGBTQ+ Kids and Young Adults
- What social workers should consider when working with LGTBQ+ people -Community Care
- Gender Affirming Care for Young People - Information to Know
Youth Supports
- PFLAG
- Gender Spectrum
- Triangle Community Center | Norwalk, CT |
- Q Plus
- LGBTQIA-Responsive Services at Wheeler
- Hartford HealthCare - The Center for Gender Health
- Resources for LGBTQIA+ job seekers · Resume.io
- Youth Link Mentor - Program Description
- Youth Link Mentor Referral Form
Events
Q Plus
West Hartford, Southington, Hartford, Wethersfield, Middletown,
Portland, New Haven, and North Haven
Email: info@qplusct.org
Website: www.qplustct.org
Calendar of Events: Q-Plus Calendar of Events
Triangle Community Center
650 West Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 853-0600
Email: tcc@ctpridecenter.org
Webpage: www.ctpridecenter.org
Calendar of Events: TCC Calendar
Local Supports
Region 1 (Bridgeport, Norwalk, Westport, Wilton, Stamford)
Bridgeport
Stamford/Norwalk
WestportWilton
Region 2 (Milford, New Haven)
New Haven
- Q Plus
- Rainbow Support Group - support group for young adults/adults with Disabilities
Milford
Region 3 (Mansfield, Middletown, Norwich, Willimantic)
Middletown
Region 4 (Hartford, Enfield, Manchester, Tolland)
Hartford
Enfield
Region 5 (Danbury, Ridgefield, Torrington, Waterbury)
Danbury
Ridgefield
Waterbury
Region 6 (Meriden, New Britain)
Southington
New Britain
-
LGBTQIA+ Health & Support Services | Wheeler Health - Wheeler Clinic
Meriden
Supports throughout CT
- LGBTQIA+ Resources | The Hub CT
- Find an Affirming Church
- Resources – Connecticut Pride
- Faith Resources - HRC
National Supports
- The Trevor Project
- PFLAG
- LGBT Life Center
- The Tribe Wellness Community
- National SOGIE Center
- LGBTQ+ Veterans - US Department of Veterans Affairs
- GLAAD
Hotlines
Crisis Care & Support Hotlines
LGBTQIA Resource Center - Crisis Care & Support Hotlines (ucdavis.edu)
Gay & Lesbian National Hotline
1- 888-843-GLNH (4564)
https://lgbthotline.org/
The Trevor Helpline
886-488-7386 (Suicide Hotline) - Available 24/7
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/
Trans Lifeline
877-565-8860
Translifeline.org/hotline
Questioning Brochures
Advocates for Youth "I think I might be..." Booklet Resources - Brochures include English, Spanish and Arabic Languages.
Education
- LGBTQ Friendly Colleges & Universities
- LGBTQ Scholarships and Financial Aid
- College Scholarships for LGBTQ Students
- LGBTQ+ College Student Guide
- Office of LGBTQIA+ Resources - Yale University
- Guidance on Civil Rights Protections and Supports for Transgender or Gender Diverse Students
- LGBTQ+ Guide to Cybersecurity Careers & Education Paths (2025) - Programs.com
Legal
- Youth in Care - Information for LGBTQ Youth
- GLAD
- DCF Non-Discrimination Policy
- DCF Transgender Best Practice Guide
- Guidance on Civil Rights Protections and Supports for Transgender or Gender Diverse Students
- Pink News
Intimate Partner Violence
- Teen Dating Violence
- Home LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Foundation | LGBTQ DomesticViolence Awareness Foundation
- Understanding Intimate Partner Violence in the LGBTQ+ Community - Human Rights Campaign
Behavioral Health
- LGBTQ+ Counseling Specialties | Stokes Counseling Services
- Find the Best LGBTQ+ Therapists and Psychologists in Connecticut - Psychology Today
- Young Adult Services Right Track/LGBTQ Specialty | Institute of Living | Hartford HealthCare
- LGBTQIA+ Resources | The Hub CT
- LGBTQ Mental Health Resources | The Trevor Project
- Connecticut LGBTQ+ Friendly Therapist
Medical
- The Health Collective – Be Well. Be Yourself.
- The Cost of Gender Transition
- Circle Care Center
- Anchor Health
- Hartford HealthCare - The Center for Gender Health
Substance Abuse
- List Of LGBTQIA+-Friendly Alcohol and Drug Rehab Centers Near You (me)
- Addiction, Withdrawal and Detox Guide - LGBT Addiction Guide
- LGBTQIA+ Community - LGBTQ Drug Addiction & Substance Abuse | Treatment Options
- LGBTQIA+ Family & Substance Abuse - Partnership to End Addiction
Trafficking
- Are LGBTQI+ communities affected by trafficking? » STOP THE TRAFFIK
- LGBTQ+ Communities and Human Trafficking - Polaris (polarisproject.org)
Practice Guidance & Tips Sheets for DCF & Caregivers
LGBTQIA+ Asynchronous Training Series
Understanding the Landscape
Best Practices for DCF Staff
Gender Identity and Beyond
Best Practices for Parents & Caregivers
Pronouns & Inclusive Language