Hope Atlanta’s Post

LGBTQ+ families should have the same rights as everyone else. We're here to support and stand up for all families. Your journey is important and deserves respect, understanding, and expert help. You can trust us to protect your rights and give you the support you deserve. #lgbtqfamilyrights #equalityforall #familycourt #brisbane #brisbanefamilylawyer #goldcoast #goldcoastfamilylawyer #neilsonlaw

🌈 On Bisexual Visibility Day, you have the power to stand with the bisexual community and make a difference. Did you know LGBTQ+ youth, especially bisexual individuals, are four times more likely to face homelessness? Tŷ Pride is offering them more than just shelter—it’s giving them safety, belonging, and a place to call home. 💜 Your support can help break the cycle of bi-erasure and ensure that bisexual individuals are truly seen and heard. Read our blog to see how your support can help: https://ow.ly/60Wy50TsTy9

On this Day of Silence, we join the LGBTQ+ community and allies in honoring the silence that speaks volumes about the struggles, discrimination, and bullying faced by LGBTQ+ youth, especially in schools. We recognize the challenges that LGBTQ+ youth encounter daily. Many of them are at a higher risk of homelessness due to rejection, discrimination, or abuse from their families and communities. No one should ever face the harsh realities of homelessness simply for being their authentic selves. We provide shelter options and mental health resources to help provide a safe space. Our goal is to break down the barriers that lead to homelessness within the LGBTQ+ community. As we observe the Day of Silence, let us remember that silence can be a powerful catalyst for change. Let's break the silence on homelessness among LGBTQ+ youth and work towards a city where everyone has a safe place to call home.

For the LGBTQ+ community, social determinants of health play a major role in health outcomes. 1.5 million people a year experience homelessness, and for members of the LGBTQ+ community, the statistics are much worse. This #pridemonth we revisit a blog from Chief Operating Officer Matt Goudreau, highlighting ways you can take action or volunteer, along with wonderful organizations to support: https://hubs.la/Q02DkgCs0

Even though Pride Month has come to an end, our commitment to supporting the LGBTQ+ community in adult social care settings remains strong. While there has been an improvement in meeting the needs of LGBTQ+ individuals in many aspects, we still lack appropriate support in social care services. There is also an assumption that all older people are grandparents and have family to fall back on when their health declines and they need support. However, 90% of LGBTQ+ people are ageing without children, and many have little contact with their biological families. This increases the need for more formal support and care services in later life. Although the number of LGBTQ+ seniors will double in ten years, there are few, if any, existing care schemes with a focus on older LGBTQ+ residents. The same is true of care homes. That’s why we believe that live-in care offers an excellent alternative for those seeking care in an inclusive and supportive environment. Learn more about our live-in care services: https://lnkd.in/eEHjxzKi #AdultSocialCare #CareHomeAlternatives #LiveinCare #GoodCareMonth

According to The Trevor Project, LGBTQ+ youth are at risk because of a lack of acceptance, understanding, empathy, and compassion. That lack comes at a great cost: a national survey conducted in 2023 found 41% of LGBTQ+ youth have seriously considered suicide in the last year. LifeWorks NW is proud to participate in Zero Suicide, a nationwide initiative to bring together care providers and communities to end suicide. One tool our communities can use: 988. Call or text to connect with a trained counselor and local services, including specialists in youth or LGTBQ+ care. Learn more about 988 in Oregon: https://lnkd.in/gk66STdM #wellbeingforall #trevorproject

The homeownership gap is real: LGBTQ+ individuals are 20% less likely to own homes compared to straight and cisgender people. At Habitat for Humanity Capital Region, we're dedicated to fostering inclusivity and equality in #housing. Help us advocate for fair housing and build inclusive communities. #BuildWithPride

📢 Did you know LGBTQ+ young people make up less than 10% of the U.S. population but account for 30 to 40% of all youth experiencing homelessness? In her article, "The Shelter System Isn’t Equipped for LGBTQ+ Youth," Morgan Philbin highlights the urgent need for better resources and support for LGBTQ+ folx and how we here at Larkin Street Youth Services in San Francisco, along with The Ali Forney Center and Covenant House New York in New York City, are addressing this critical issue. 📰 Explore the challenges that queer youth face and learn what solutions you can support: https://lnkd.in/gTfzGhyq #LGBTQYouth #SupportQueerYouth #EndYouthHomelessness

It is more important than ever to check in with friends and let them know that you are there for them. Election cycles are extra challenging for the LGBTQIA2S+ community, the toxic energy that politicians put out is harmful, so let's check in with each other and tell them that we care about them. Be willing to listen and let your friends share openly without judgment. It is ok to be vulnerable. #LGBTQIA2SPlusPeopleMater #DiversityInclusionBelonging #InclusiveEducation #SupportQueers #worldsuicideprevention

LGBTQ+ survivors have unique needs and barriers to overcome in the aftermath of an assault. Understanding them can help us all be better allies and supporters. Check out our latest blog post to learn how to help: https://loom.ly/HxJrbHk #Pride2024 #PrideMonth #EndSexualViolence #SupportLGBTSurvivors