At Lurie Children’s Gender and Sex Development Program, you will find warmth, support and exceptional care provided by a diverse team of specialists from disciplines including General Pediatrics, Adolescent Medicine, Endocrinology, Urology, Surgery, Psychiatry and Psychology. Our team operates two programs; each is designated to provide comprehensive, family-centered care. Services Read more [...]

Chicago House’s newest program, the TransLife Center (TLC), officially launched in 2013. The TLC provides comprehensive programming and support to transgender individuals. TransHealth provides a variety of resources and health information to transgender people impacted by HIV/AIDS, poverty, homelessness, chronic illness, and/or mental health issues. Chicago House provides both on-site Read more [...]

Support group for individuals who are: Experiencing gender discomfort Considering or just starting to transition Identifying outside of the gender binary Interested in enhancing their personal experience of the intersection of life and gender Topics may include: Self-exploration surrounding gender identity The intersection of gender/sex/sexuality Difficulties with gender expression at Read more [...]

This 12-week group is designed for women and trans* identified individuals who are interested in having healthier and more fulfilling relationships. Group topics include, but are not limited to, identifying what makes us unhappy in relationships, what unhealthy relationships look like, and how we create and maintain healthy relationships – Read more [...]

On the last Wednesday of each month, LCCP offers the following FREE services for uninsured women and trans people: – Breast/chest exam – Pelvic exam – Pap test – Behavioral/mental health visit – HIV testing – Gonorrhea/Chlamydia testing LCCP also partners with Healing Foundations to provide convenient and comprehensive 30-minute Read more [...]

The Forty Plus group includes, but is not limited to individuals who identify as lesbian, bisexual, or transgender women who are at least 40 years of age. The group is led by a facilitator, but the activities are defined by the participants.

Founded in 1973, Lambda Legal is the oldest and largest national legal organization whose mission is to achieve full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people and those with HIV through impact litigation, education and public policy work. As a nonprofit organization, we do not Read more [...]

At Young Women Empowerment Project girls can get involved right away! If you are between the ages of 12-23 and have experienced trading sex for money, drugs, a place to stay, survival needs, gifts or protection or gang involvement — then feel free to come by. YWEP is open to Read more [...]

On-site GED programming to help LGBTQ individuals and allies to continue their education and to seek better job placement opportunities. The GED program is a comprehensive community learning course in collaboration between Center on Halsted and Truman Community College. Students and teachers meet 2 times a week to prepare for Read more [...]

We currently have youth programming for folks of all genders, as well as free HIV/STI Testing, Comprehensive Risk Counseling Services (CRCS) and a safe and identity-affirming drop-in space. Generation L is a community-level HIV prevention intervention for MSM and transgender (male to female) youth between the ages of 18-24. The Read more [...]

A group addressing the specific needs and concerns of parents who have a transgender child (or children) of any age and maybe struggling.  Regardless if the child may be questioning or in the process of transitioning, the purpose of the group is to provide education, support and an opportunity to explore the feelings Read more [...]

THInC, Howard Brown Health Center’s program to empower and support trans clients who wish to access hormones. THInC, or Trans Hormones – Informed Consent, is a comprehensive, 3-step program designed to assist those interested in accessing hormones in an efficient, supportive and validating manner. For more information You can call Read more [...]

Queer Housing is a tumblr dedicated to helping queer folk find harmonious housing arrangements. Post or search here if you’re looking to fill a space in your apartment/house or if you’re looking for a room yourself/roommates to search with. There are too many of us that settle for less-than-comfortable living Read more [...]

Oak Park Public Library has created a unique collection to serve transgender people and everyone seeking information, including employers, medical providers, allies, friends, and family. Materials are available to most Illinois library cardholders.

The Brotherhood of the Phoenix is a neo-pagan order for Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender men who love men. We celebrate the Spirit of the Divine within and build community with men who seek positive transformation of self, community and the world. Together we work to weave the magick that changes Read more [...]

Are you interested in becoming an advocate for yourself or other LGBTQ older adults?  Through the Constituent Advocacy program, you will participate in special training seminars and build the skills to become a public advocate for LGBTQ older adults.  You’ll have the opportunity to bring awareness to the unique history Read more [...]

This group is a support and referral source for parents, grandparents and guardians negotiating the journey of raising gender variant and transgender children and youth ages 3-18. Prospective members will be asked to provide their first and last name, their child’s first name and age and a phone number where Read more [...]

Our medical team offers confidential services for all lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals’ primary health care needs, including full gynecological care, routine health screenings, and treatment for acute and chronic illnesses.

In June of 2011, Center on Halsted announced plans with Heartland Alliance to build the Midwest’s first affordable LGBTQ Senior Housing facility on the lot adjacent. The six-story apartment building will include 80 studio and 1-bedroom apartments designed for independent seniors, retail space and community rooms for classes and special Read more [...]

This social group will provide a safe place where folks who are in ALL stages of transitioning (including questioning) can meet with each other, develop friendships, have support and just connect. This group is free of charge and will be peer lead, meaning that although Guided Path has therapeutic support Read more [...]