LGBTQ Resources
Gay, straight, bisexual, non-binary or transgender? Sexual identity and orientation play big roles in all our lives. Are you trying to better understand yourself or others in your life? These articles can help.
Coming Out (PDF): Coming out can be an emotional process, get tips on how to come out and resources for support.
LGBTQ Resources (PDF): Resources for young people and parents, support resources, books and more.
Supporting Friends and Family Who are LGBTQ+ (PDF): Learn how you can support friends and family who are LGBTQ+.
Gender Transition Checklist (PDF): As you begin your transition we want you to know we're here for you every step of the way. Use this checklist to get started on your journey.
Young Adult Mental Health Guide Book (PDF): We know that mental health and suicide are very real problems that need to be talked about. This guidebook will provide you with tools to help you support your mental health.
Transgender and Gender-Diverse People Services Brochure (PDF): Resources are here to offer support for your physical, mental and emotional well-being. Get personal support and guidance for your unique health needs — from first steps in exploring gender to accessing gender affirming care and beyond.
Where To Go For Help
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project This organization provides crisis support and suicide intervention to LGBTQ+ people under the age of 25. Call the hotline 24/7 at 1-866-488-7386 (TTY: 711); Text “Trevor” to 1-202-304-1200 (TTY: 711) Monday-Friday 3pm-10pm EST.
Podcasts
Episode In this episode of Real Talk with Gen Z our co-hosts Carolyn Scully and Cicada Fernandez-Turner are joined by Chris Bright, the Director of Public Training at The Trevor Project to talk about how mental health intersects with LGBTQ+ identities.
Transgender & Gender – Diverse Support Center
• Valuable resources assist transgender and gender-diverse members through all phases of experience
• Help finding gender-affirming care
• Features explaining benefits and costs
• Personal Navigator -A single point of contact for members to assist with:
• Answering benefit, claim & network questions
• Monitoring precertification requirements & authorizations
• Supporting members & connecting them with clinical, behavioral & trans-knowledgeable resources
• Liaison to Aetna Case Manager or Behavioral Health team
Log into the member site at Aetna.com then proceed to the Health and Wellness section. Go to Wellness Tools and click on the Transgender & Gender Diverse Support link to access the Transgender & Gender Diverse Support Center and the Personal Care Navigator.