RESOURCES
This is by no means an exhaustive list. We tried to find information for you to explore, other organizations to call, and resources to read. We have also included some compiled resource lists that include more information for LGBTQ folks and parents/caregivers. Please feel free to look and see what feels more relevant. We are focusing on Greater Boston Resources, however we do include some national resources and websites. If you feel something is missing please email us at programs@gbpflag.org.
Complete Lists for LGBTQ Resources
- MA Young Adult Guide (2016) – State Resources
- GLAD Resource List (2014) – Massachusetts and some national resources
- Somerville LGBTQ Resource Guide (2013) – State and national resources
- Greater Boston PFLAG Quick Reference Guide – State resources we refer to most often
- Pride Festival Calendar – Resources for Pride Events held all over the United States
More Resources
- https://www.qchatspace.org – Q Chat Space provides online discussion groups for LGBTQ+ teens ages 13 to 19. It is a collaboration between PFLAG National and other organizations
Parent/Caregiver/Family/Chosen Family Resources
Schools and GSAs
Websites:
Don’t forget that GBPFLAG does trainings for creating safer schools!
Pamphlets:
Bisexual Resources
Black/African-American Resources
Latinx/Latina/Latino Resources
Websites:
Check out our resource list on our Spanish speaking page
Pamphlets:
API Resources
Native American Resources
Ability and LGBTQ Identities
LGBTQ Healthcare and Mental Health Care
Transgender Healthcare Resources
Safer Workplaces
Terms and Terminology
Jewish Resources
Homeless/Housing Instability Resources
Websites:
- Y2Y Shelter in cambridge
- Boston Healthcare for the Homeless
- Glass Assisted Living
- Glass Housing Options Program
- Bridge Over Troubled Waters
- HomeStart
- New Pathways Emergency Center of Teens at Brookline Community Mental Health Center
- Youth on Fire at AIDS Action Committee
- Bristol Lodge Shelters
- Harvard Square Homeless Shelter/University Lutheran Shelter
Phone: 617.547.2841, Toll Free: 888.285.4038 - Heading Home inc
- Pine Street Inn
- Rosie’s Place
- Shortstop Transitional Housing
Pamphlets:
Food/Meal Support Resources
- Food pantries and free meal programs
- FoodSource hotline: 1-800-645-8333
Advocacy
Trans Health Insurance Support
Intersex Resources
Intimate Partner Abuse Support Resources
Suicide Prevention
Spanish Speaking Resources
Check out our page in Spanish