Connecticut is home to a vibrant and supportive LGBTQIA+ community. The state offers a wealth of resources that promote inclusivity and affirmation for all individuals. The cities listed below are committed to fostering a sense of belonging, providing vital support, and empowering the LGBTQIA+ community. Here’s a spotlight on some of the most notable LGBTQIA+ centers and resources in these major cities across Connecticut.

Statewide

Advancing Connecticut Together (ACT) – Care Services Department

Website: https://act-ct.org/care-services.html

Phone: (860) 247-2437

Address: 110 Bartholomew Avenue, Suite 3050, Hartford, CT 06106

Services: ACT’s Care Services Department, formerly known as AIDS Connecticut, offers comprehensive support for individuals living with HIV/AIDS across Connecticut. Services include medical case management, housing assistance, financial support, rapid re-housing, and access to wellness centers. ACT also provides training and technical assistance to enhance service delivery throughout the state. Advancing CT Together

Connecticut LGBTQ+ Community Center

Websitewww.ctpridecenter.org

Phone: (203) 853-0600

Address: P.O. Box 3011, Stamford, CT 06905

Services: Statewide advocacy, community resources, and peer support.

CT Equality

Websitewww.ctequality.org

Phone: Not listed

Address: Virtual advocacy organization based in Hartford, CT.

Services: LGBTQ+ legal and policy advocacy, public education, and coalition building.

Equality Connecticut

Websitewww.eqct.org

Phone: Not listed

Address: Hartford, CT (Contact via website)

Services: Advocacy for LGBTQIA+ rights, health, history, and culture in Connecticut.

Connecticut Gay & Lesbian Chamber (CTGLC)

Websitewww.ctglc.org

Phone: Not listed

Address: Connecticut (Contact via website)

Services: Business development opportunities, financial access, and educational resources for the LGBTQ+ and allied business community.

Connecticut TransAdvocacy Coalition

Websitewww.transadvocacy.org

Phone: (860) 255-8812

Address: Hartford, CT (Contact for location details)

Services: Advocacy, education, and support for the transgender and gender non-conforming community in Connecticut.

GLSEN Connecticut

Websitewww.glsen.org/chapters/connecticut

Phone: Not listed

Address: Connecticut (Contact via website)

Services: Ensuring safe and inclusive schools for LGBTQ+ students through advocacy and educational resources.

PFLAG Connecticut Chapters

Websitewww.pflag.org/find/chapter-map

Phone: Varies by chapter

Address: Multiple locations across Connecticut

Services: Support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals, their families, and allies.

Planned Parenthood of Southern New England

Website: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-southern-new-england

Phone: 1-800-230-7526

Services: Provides reproductive health services, including STI testing and treatment, HIV testing, hormone therapy for transgender patients, and educational resources across multiple locations in Connecticut.

Branford

Sound Health & Wellness

Website: https://www.shealthandwellness.com/

Phone: (203) 804-9448

Address: 66 North Main Street, Branford, CT 06405

Services: A mental health and counseling center offering individual, couples, and family therapy with a focus on trauma-informed treatment for anxiety, depression, grief, and other life stressors. Sound Health and Wellness

Bridgeport

PFLAG Bridgeport

Websitewww.pflagbridgeport.org

Phone: (203) 572-0413

Address: Bridgeport, CT (Contact for location details)

Services: Peer support for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families, advocacy, and education.

Hartford

Hartford Gay & Lesbian Health Collective

Websitewww.hglhc.org

Phone: (860) 278-4163

Address: 1841 Broad St., Hartford, CT 06114

Services: HIV testing, sexual health education, mental health support, and social services for the LGBTQ+ community.

Connecticut LGBTQ Film Festival

Websitewww.outfilmct.org

Phone: Not listed

Address: Hartford, CT (Contact via website)

Services: Annual film festival showcasing LGBTQ+ films to promote awareness and appreciation of LGBTQ+ experiences.

True Colors, Inc.

Websitewww.ourtruecolors.org

Phone: (860) 232-0050

Address: 30 Arbor St., Hartford, CT 06106

Services: LGBTQ+ youth programs, educational workshops, and advocacy for systemic change.

Middletown

Wesleyan University Queer Resource Center

Websitewww.wesleyan.edu/qrc

Phone: (860) 685-3217

Address: 45 Wyllys Ave., Middletown, CT 06459

Services: LGBTQ+ student support, educational events, and leadership development.

Middlesex Health’s Center for Gender Medicine and Wellness

Websitewww.middlesexhealth.org/gender-medicine

Phone: (860) 358-3000

Address: 28 Crescent St., Middletown, CT 06457

Services: Comprehensive healthcare services for transgender and gender non-conforming individuals.

Middlesex Health’s LGBTQ+ Health Services

Website: https://middlesexhealth.org/lgbtq-health

Phone: (860) 358-3200

Address: 80 South Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457

Services: Offers a range of health services specifically designed for the LGBTQ+ community, ensuring inclusive and affirming care across various medical specialties.

New Haven

New Haven Pride Center

Websitewww.newhavenpridecenter.org

Phone: (203) 387-2252

Address: 84 Orange St., New Haven, CT 06510

Services: LGBTQ+ cultural events, support groups, and youth services.

AIDS Project New Haven

Websitewww.apnh.org

Phone: (203) 624-0947

Address: 1302 Chapel St., New Haven, CT 06511

Services: HIV prevention, testing, and treatment, as well as LGBTQ+-friendly healthcare.

Q Plus

Websiteqplusct.wixsite.com/qplusct

Phone: Not listed

Address: New Haven, CT (Contact via website)

Services: Youth-led organization creating accessible spaces, uplifting youth voices, and empowering queer youth.

PROUD Academy

Websitewww.proudacademyct.org

Phone: Not listed

Address: New Haven, CT (Contact via website)

Services: A school geared for LGBTQ+ students and their allies, providing a safe and inclusive educational environment.

Yale LGBTQ Center

Website: https://lgbtq.yale.edu/

Phone: (203) 432-0309

Address: 135 Prospect Street, New Haven, CT 06511

Services: The Yale LGBTQ Center supports and empowers students, faculty, staff, and alumni of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions through community-building, educational resources, and advocacy initiatives.

Yale LGBTQ Center

Norwalk

Circle Care Center

Websitewww.circlecarecenter.org

Phone: (203) 852-9525

Address: 618 West Ave., Norwalk, CT 06850

Services: LGBTQ+-friendly healthcare services, including HIV/AIDS care, PrEP, and general wellness.

Mid-Fairfield AIDS Project (MFAP)

Website: https://mfap.org/

Phone: (203) 855-9535

Address: 618 West Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06850

Services: MFAP provides comprehensive support and services to individuals affected by HIV/AIDS, including medical case management, assistance in finding affordable housing, drug user health programs, and free HIV and HCV testing. Mid Fairfiel

Stamford

Triangle Community Center

Websitewww.ctgay.org

Phone: (203) 853-0600

Address: 650 West Ave., Stamford, CT 06902

Services: LGBTQ+ youth programs, senior services, mental health counseling, and events.

Waterbury

Waterbury LGBTQ+ Center

Website: Not listed

Phone: Not listed

Address: Waterbury, CT (Community-based support group; contact via local networks)

Services: LGBTQ+ peer support, youth engagement, and advocacy for equality.

Additional Resources

National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

  • Website: https://lgbtagingcenter.org/
  • Phone: (212) 741-2247
  • Email: info@lgbtagingcenter.org
  • Services: The National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging, a program of SAGE, is the country’s first and only technical assistance resource center focused on improving the quality of services and supports offered to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and/or transgender older adults, their families, and caregivers. Established in 2010 through a federal grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the center provides training, technical assistance, and educational resources to aging providers, LGBTQ+ organizations, and LGBTQ+ older adults. National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging

New England AIDS Education and Training Center (NEAETC) – Online HIV Resource Library

  • Website: https://www.neaetc.org/p/neaetc-online-health-resource-library
  • Services: The NEAETC Online HIV Resource Library offers a comprehensive compilation of curated resources and educational materials on HIV and related topics. It includes sections on HIV testing, prevention, and care; HIV in selected population groups; health concerns impacting HIV care; and other relevant subjects. The library serves as a valuable tool for healthcare professionals, educators, and individuals seeking up-to-date information on HIV/AID

Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness (CCEH)

  • Website: https://cceh.org/
  • Phone: (860) 721-7876
  • Email: info@cceh.org
  • Address: 257 Lawrence Street, Hartford, CT 06106
  • Services: CCEH is dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness in Connecticut through advocacy, community organizing, research, and resource development. They provide training and technical assistance to service providers, coordinate statewide data collection and analysis, and engage in policy development to address homelessness. CCEH also leads initiatives such as the annual Point-in-Time Count to assess homelessness across the state and collaborates with various stakeholders to implement effective solutions.

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