Resources

Trans Lifeline – A peer support phone service run by trans people for trans and questioning individuals.  When you call, you’ll speak to a trans or nonbinary peer operator.  1-877-565-8860  

LGBT National Help Center – Provides vital peer suport, community connections, and resource information through helplines and online chatrooms. (NOT 24/7, M-F 1400-2300, S 1200-1700)  1-888-843-4564 or https://lgbthotline.org/

The Trevor Project –  Confidential and secure 24/7 service for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults.  1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 678-678-Free

HearMe App – App provides a safe and inclusive space to talk with a real person when you’re feeling lonely, stressed, anxious, or just need someone to talk with about your day.  Available 24/7/365, confidentially & anonymously. https://www.hearme.app/

Dayton LGBT Center – Offers comprehensive, community-based services to the gender and sexual minorities of the Dayton and Miami Valley area.   https://www.daytonlgbtcenter.org/

Have A Gay Day – Creates a safety environment for the purpose of Equality, Education, and Support of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies.  Offers food, personal items, seasonal pantry (and pet food!), and community laundry.   https://haveagayday.org/

Ohio Prime Timers – Provides social, recreational, and educational opportunities for “mature” gay and bisexual men. https://chapters.theprimetimersww.com/miamivalleyoh/ (Dayton) and https://tristateprimetimers.com/ (Cincinnati) , contact Nick at 513-410-4211 for information.

TransOhio – Providing services, education, support, and advocacy.  http://transohio.squarespace.com/

Closet TRANSformation – Clothing exchange serving the trans community of the Miami Valley.  1- 937-247-4663

BRAVO (Buckeye Region Anti-Violence Organization) – Provides comprehensive individual and community programs for survivor advocacy and support to LGBTQI survivors of hate and bias violence, discrimination, intimate partner violence, stalking, and/or sexual assault.”  https://bravo.equitashealth.org/

PFLAG – Mission is to “create a caring, just, and affirming world for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them”.  https://www.pflagdayton.org/ or https://www.pflagcincinnati.org/

Dayton Metro Library – LGBTQIA+ Book Club – “A book discussion group for adults who are interested in reading and discussing a range of fiction and nonfiction books featuring LGBTQIA+ characters.” https://www.facebook.com/groups/DaytonMetroLibraryLGBTQIA

Gatlyn Dame Group, Inc – Providing support, awareness, outlets, and education for transgender, nonbinary, gender non-conforming, and allies.  Contact Gage Gatlyn at gatlyndamegroup@gmail.com or 904-214-4460, https://www.facebook.com/gatlyndamegroup/

SPARTA Pride – “A beacon for transgender individuals who currently serve or have served in the US Military.”  https://spartapride.org/

The Gender Dysphoria Bible – “The purpose of this site is to document the many ways that gender dysphoria can manifest, as well as the number forms of gender transition, in order to provide a guide for those who are questioning, those who are starting their transgender journey, those already on their path, and those who simply wish to be better allies.” https://genderdysphoria.fyi/en

Equality Ohio – “Statewide advocacy and legal aid organization.”  https://equalityohio.org/
Equitas Health Legal Clinic – Helpful with name change process.  https://equitashealth.com/our-services/gender-affirming-care/legal-clinics/

Rainbow Eldercare – “Providing advocacy, educational resources, support and referral services to the elder LGBT community and straight allies.” http://rainboweldercare.org/ or 937-657-8103
Alzheimer’s Association – Access LGBT caregiver resources. https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving or 800.272.3900
LGBTQ+ Caregiver Center – “We provide advocacy, education, and resources to empower LGBTQ caregivers and those who care for LGBTQ people to improve their health and wellbeing.” https://lgbtqcaregivers.org

Gay Dayton Church Directory  https://www.gaydayton.org/faith.html
Eternal Joy Metropolitan Community Church, Dayton, OH
https://www.eternaljoymccdayton.com/ or 937-554-0053
Harmony Creek Church, Kettering, OH
https://www.harmonycreekchurch.org/ or 937-434-394
Temple Israel, Dayton, OH
https://tidayton.org/ or 937-496-0050
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Yellow Springs, Yellow Springs, OH
https://uuf-ys.org/ or 937-372-5613

The All Inclusive AA Group – Mondays at 7pm at Dayton LGBT Center (136 N St. Clair St.)
That GAAY Group – Fridays at 7pm at Southside Club (3040 Valleywood Dr.)
Downtowners Gay Group – Saturdays at 7pm at St. John Lutheran Church (141 S. Ludlow St.)

Gay Dayton – Information about what’s happening in Dayton Queer Community.  https://www.gaydayton.org/
The Neon – Affirming movie theater in Dayton that often shows LGBTQ+ films. https://www.neonmovies.com/
Dayton Gay Men’s Chorus – “Committed to continually reaching for excellence in choral music, forging active community partnerships, and educating others about the value of diversity.” https://www.daytongaymenschorus.org/
Rubi Girls – Raises money for HIV/AIDS – “Charity-driven, comedic drag performances.” https://www.therubigirls.com/

Outlist LGBTQ+ Affirming Healthcare Directory: https://www.outcarehealth.org/outlist/
LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory: https://lgbtqhealthcaredirectory.org/
Equitas Health: https://equitashealth.com/locations/dayton-medical-center/ or 937-853-3650
Equitas Health Dental Care: Dental care available on a sliding fee scale. https://equitashealth.com/smile
Public Health of Dayton & Montgomery County – LGBTQ Health Alliance- offering a variety of free health-related services including pregnancy testing, diabetes prevention, tobacco cessation, STI testing and care referral, and more. https://www.phdmc.org/client-services/lgbtq-care or 937-225-5700
Wexner Medical Cetner – Gender Affirming Care (OSU) https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/gender-affirming-care

Vocal Congruent Project – Collection of free resources to help people find vocal congruence – the sense that their voice and speech accurately reflect who they are. The website includes a provider map of gender-affirming voice trainers and surgeons. https://vocalcongruence.org/

The Ohio State University – Wexner Medical Center
https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/gender-affirming-care/our-team/surgical-providers
Chris McClung, M.D. – Urology, Columbus, OH, 614-618-9018
https://rsa-docs.com/
Matthew Mellon, M.D. – Urology, Indianapolis, IN, 317-962-3700
https://iuhealth.org/find-providers/provider/matthew-j-mellon-md-8084
Todd Hicks, M.D. – Plastic Surgery, Centerville, OH- 937-396-8001
https://www.premierhealth.com/premier-plastic-surgeons/providers
Ali Totonchi, M.D. –  Plastic Surgery, Cleveland, OH- 216-778-4450
https://www.metrohealth.org/physician/ali-totonchi-108456