Resources
The LGBT Center of Central PA has compiled a robust list of resources for queer and trans* community members in Dauphin, Cumberland, York, and Lancaster counties.
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Direct Online and Phone Support Services for LGBTQ+ Youth
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The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project has several direct online resources specifically for LGBTQ+ youth:
Trevor Lifeline is a crisis intervention and suicide prevention phone service available 24/7 at 1-866-488-7386.
TrevorChat is a confidential online instant messaging with a Trevor Counselor, available 24/7, at trevorproject.org/get-help-now/
TrevorText is a confidential text messaging with a Trevor Counselor, available 24/7/365, by texting START to 678678.
TrevorSpace is an affirming international community for LGBTQ+ young people ages 13-24 available at trevorspace.org
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Trans Lifeline
Trans Lifeline Hotline is a peer support service run by trans people located all over the US and Candada, for trans and questioning callers.
You can call Trans Lifeline Hotline at 877-565-8860 or translifeline.org/hotline
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National Runaway Safeline
National Runaway Safeline is a federally designated national communication system for runaway and homeless youth, available 24/7/365, providing access to resources and listening professionals.
You can call NRS at 1-800-RUNAWAY or at 1800runaway.org
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LGBT National Help Center
The LGBT National Help Center offers a talkline and weekly chatrooms for youth under 19, providing confidential peer-support, information, local resources and community
You can call the LGBT National Hotline at 888-843-4564
You can call the LGBT National Youth Talkline at 800-246-7743
You can call the LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline at 888-688-5428
You can access the Weekly Youth Chatrooms at lgbthotline.org/youthchatrooms