An interfaith and no-faith affirming place for all sexualities, genders,
and sexes in Montgomery and Bucks County, PA
A program of The Welcome Project PA
Crisis Support
Montgomery County Mobile Crisis
Mobile Crisis provides not only immediate support for mental health crisis situations, but also assistance with
managing recurring or future crises. This service is available to anyone in Montgomery County, including children,
teens, adults, and families.
Before a crisis…
When you start to recognize the stressors that you or a loved one have felt during previous crises, please call Montgomery County’s peer support talk line at (855) 715-8255. It is available, free of charge, 7 days a week, 1:00pm to 9:00pm. Montgomery County also has a Teen Talk Line that can be reached by calling 866-825-5856 or texting 215-703-8411. (available Monday through Friday, 3:00pm to 9:00pm).
During a crisis…
When you or a loved one are experiencing a crisis, Mobile Crisis is available to help. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
24 hour hotline: 1-855-634-4673
Victim Services Center of Montgomery County (VSC)
325 Swede St., 2nd Floor, Norristown, PA 19401
Victim Services Center (VSC) is a non-profit organization located in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania that provides free and confidential comprehensive support services to crime victims, their families and significant others.
Crisis hotline 1-888-521-0983 (available 24 hours everyday, staffed by certified sexual assault crisis counselors).
Laurel House Domestic Violence Agency
Laurel House offers an array of supportive programs and services to those who are impacted by domestic violence.
24-hour hotline: 1-800-642-3150
Women's Center of Montgomery County
The Women's Center of Montgomery County's services have a primary focus on freedom from domestic violence and other forms of abuse. All of our programs strive to address and eliminate domestic violence through victim empowerment, intervention, and prevention education.
Email: wcwebmail@womenscentermc.org
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24/7 Toll-Free Hotline
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Assistance with Protection from Abuse Orders
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Legal Advocacy and Court Accompaniment
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Options and Individual Counseling
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Support Groups
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Information and Referrals
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Community Education
Elkins Park Office: 215-635-7344
Norristown Office: 610-279-1548
Pottstown Office: 610-970-7363
Bryn Mawr Office: 610-525-1427
Colmar Office: 215-996-0721
Lansdale Hospital - Abington Health: 215-853-8060
Holy Redeemer Hospital: 215-938-3711
24 hour Toll Free Hotline: 1-800-773-2424
Mental Health Care
LGBT-affirming counseling services.
Insurances accepted include: Magellan/Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Optum / United Behavioral Health
info@cwpsychologicalservices.com
(610) 308-7575
491 Allendale Road. Suite 301 King of Prussia, PA 19406
J. Snyder Therapeutic Services
LGBT-affirming counseling services. Accepts several major insurances and offers sliding scale.
1777 Sentry Parkway West, Veva 12, Suite 300, Blue Bell, Pa, 19422
215-767-7096
LGBT-affirming counseling services. Sliding Scale.
1018 N Bethlehem Pike Ambler, PA 19002
(267) 664-0734
info@amblercounseling.com
Our therapists provide affordable, in-office and online
psychotherapy sessions between $30 and $60
(between $30 and $80 for couples & family sessions)
We Welcome
All Races
All Religions
All Sexual Orientations
All Gender Identities and Expressions
All Countries of Origin
All Abilities
All Ethnicities
All Bodies
All People
A place to call when you need to talk.
1-888-234-SAGE · sage@GLBThotline.org
Peer-to-peer support · No judgment · Listening and caring
Monday to Friday: 4pm-midnight ET · Saturday: Noon-5pm ET
Mental Health Provider Directory
Search for therapists or treatment centers by specialty, insurance accepted, location, specialty, and more.
Health Care
1221 Powell Street, Norristown, PA 19401
Planned Parenthood is one of the nation’s leading providers of high-quality, affordable health care, and the nation’s largest provider of sex education. With or without insurance, you can always come to us for your health care.
610-279-6095
512 DeKalb Street Bridgeport, PA 19405
Phone: (610) 787-8000
Einstein Healthcare Network PRIDE Program
5501 Old York Road, Philadelphia, PA 19141
A safe, professional and innovative medical practice, dedicated to your specific health needs, including:
OB/GYN services: Reproductive healthcare, diagnosis and treatment of pelvic floor conditions, counseling and treatment for menopause.
Mental Health and Wellness services: Long and short term therapy, medication management, patient navigation support.
Trans Care: Top surgery, hormone therapy, trans competent OB/GYN care.
Patients are seen by appointment on Tuesday evenings, once a month from 5–7 pm. To learn more about the Pride Program and other services we are offering the LGBTQ+ community or to make an appointment, please call Kalen McLean at 215-420-0989. We make every effort to accommodate your needs, whether urgent or routine.
Mazzoni Center
1348 Bainbridge Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Located in Philadelphia, PA. Mazzoni Center Family & Community Medicine offers compassionate, comprehensive health care with a primary focus on the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.
(Primary care, HIV/AIDS care, On-site pharmacy, Adolescent health, Women's health, Behavioral health consultation, Hepatitis C care, Medical case management, PrEP/PEP, 340B program: helping uninsured patients access medication, Community health Navigation Services, Mental and behavioral health, Walk-in HIV and STD testing, Adolescent drop-in clinic, Trans clinical care services, Pediatric and adolescent comprehensive transgender services (PACTS), Sisterly love: support for trans women, Peer support groups, Training and resources for providers, Trans Care Services Internship Program).
215-563-0658
Project Hope
Greater Norristown Area
Project HOPE offers a full spectrum of services to the general public and those most at risk in the Greater Norristown and Greater Pottstown Areas, including free anonymous or confidential HIV testing with pre- and post-test counseling.
610-630-2111 ext. 23
GLMA's mission is to ensure equality in healthcare for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) individuals and healthcare providers.
Providing information and education on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) healthcare and connecting individuals with the most appropriate healthcare providers, resources, and events.
Addictions Help
(Self-Management And Recovery Training) is not a 12-step group. It is an online 4-Point Program® that sponsors face-to-face meetings around the world, and daily online meetings to help people recover from all types of addictive behaviors. Online message board and 24/7 chat room are excellent forums to learn about SMART Recovery and obtain addiction recovery support.
LGBT-friendly 12-step meetings
Philadelphia Freedom Roundup: LGBT-friendly Meetings in the Philadelphia, Montgomery, Bucks County, New Jersey and Delaware areas.
Montgomery County Resources
Youth, Families, & Older Adults
328 E Ormandy Pl, Ambler, PA 19002
Our hotline for someone in need is 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call (866) 216-4643 or Text 484.213.7011
Providing LGBTQ+ friendly adoption services.
181 E. Court St. in Doylestown, PA
Planned Parenthood Keystone sponsors programs for LGBTQA+ and allied youth ages 14 to 21. Facilitated by trained Planned Parenthood educators, meetings feature a blend of education, recreation and advocacy, are confidential, free and provide a space where LGBTQA+ youth can learn, build support networks and have fun. Program topics include sexuality education, life skills, LGBTQA+ history, guest speakers, game nights and activities.
Meets every Wednesday 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
267.282.4117
Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays promotes the health and well being of LGBTQ people, their families and friends through support (to cope with an adverse society), education (to inform and enlighten the public), and advocacy (to end discrimination and to secure equal civil rights).
Third Thursday of each month – 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
St. Paul’s United Church of Christ
927 N. Franklin Street Pottstown, PA 19464
Nancy Grajewski:(484) 363-1924 montco.pflag@gmail.com
1700 West Main Street, Jeffersonville, PA 19403
LGBTQ youth and parent support support group.
We are an affirming, nurturing, safe environment for LGBTQ youth, their parents and allies.
We work to expand acceptance, authenticity, inclusiveness, empowerment, and a healthy attitude in our community.
We meet the first and third Tuesday of the month at 6:30.
During meetings we do activities, play games and have fun!
Parents have time to talk and the kids have time to just hang out.
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We discuss LBGT issues and lend support.
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We plan social activities for our youth to meet friends
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Our activities have included a hayride, the Escape Room, and Painting with a Twist.
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We are involved in community outreach programs to spread awareness.
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This is a safe place to be.
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We welcome every gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression.
484-854-1206
Bullying Prevention (PA Dept. of Education)
PA BULLYING PREVENTION CONSULTATION LINE
Messages can be left 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and will be returned Mon.-Fri. during normal business hours. The Bullying Prevention Consultation Line is a toll free number that will allow individuals experiencing chronic and unresolved bullying to discuss effective strategies and available resources to deal with school-based bullying; and is available, to students, parents/guardians and school districts across the state of Pennsylvania.
1-866-716-0424
National Resource Center on LGBT Aging
The National Resource Center on LGBT Aging is the country's first and only technical assistance resource center aimed at improving the quality of services and supports offered to lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender older adults.
The National Resource Center on LGBT Aging is a project of www.sageusa.org
Spiritual & Interfaith
LGBT-affirming Church Directory
LGBT-affirming Synagogue Directory
Legal
ACLU of Pennsylvania works to secure total rights for LGBT people by working to defend and expand the individual rights and personal freedoms afforded to us all by the state and federal constitutions and the Bill of Rights.
Equality Pennsylvania is an organization which advocates throughout Pennsylvania for LGBT rights. Equality Pennsylvania also attempts to advance LGBT friendly policy and legislative initiatives.
Employment, Education, & Finances
Choosing the right school is vital for every college bound student, but it can be more challenging for those who identify as LGBTQ+. In addition to many obstacles that all students face, it is important that LGBTQ+ students also consider whether the institution has LGBTQ-inclusive policies, programs, and practices to ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Our new guide provides prospective students and their families with tools to identify the right schools, an overview of common challenges, tips for applying, and details on the federal laws that protect LGBTQ students.
For employers and prospective employees to connect safely.
Montgomery County LGBT Business Council
The Mission of the Montgomery County LGBT Business Council is to create networking, social and business opportunities for LGBT business professionals and allies in Montgomery County.
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LGBT+ Owned Businesses
A home services resource list for the LGBTQ+ community
Montgomery County LGBT Business Council
Your gateway to LGBT commerce in Montco and beyond. The Mission of the Montgomery County LGBT Business Council is to create networking, social and business opportunities for LGBT business professionals and allies in Montgomery County.
Food, Housing, & other Essentials
Mitzvah Circle helps people struggling with poverty, serious illness, homelessness, and other crises. We can provide clothing, soap, wipes, school supplies, pads, tampons, and other basic necessities.
The Your Way Home (YWH) Call Center is a centralized system for screening and intake for individuals and families in Montgomery County experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, homelessness.
Instead of calling individual shelters, those experiencing homelessness or those at-risk of becoming homeless can call one toll-free number and connected to appropriate services.
Calls to the Center are answered by operators at 2-1-1 SEPA, which has access to up-to-date data about which providers have space available, if the caller needs emergency shelter.
DIAL 2-1-1 or 1-866-964-7925
TEXT 898-211
VISIT www.211SEPA.org