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Support services including anonymous, confidential counselling for individuals, couples, and partners of individuals with HIV * case management and referral, buddy program, support groups, health and wellness programs * insurance benefits clinic * income tax clinic * weekly hot lunch programs -- registration required * workshops, community forums and social support events.
For support services, call to arrange an intake appointment, or drop in to speak with counsellor on call * for other services, drop in, call or visit website.
Support, education and promotes access to dignified care for people living with HIV/AIDS and those affected by HIV/AIDS * inclusive and safe space for LGBTQ2S community and their allies through My House program
In partnership with the Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres (OFIFC), the project will support Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQ+ young people by increasing access to supports and activities through the Friendship Centre in support of overall well-being. An Indigenous Mentor will provide one-on-one services with individuals and with groups, engaging Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQ+ in a community-driven research process to self-define well-being and explore ways that Friendship Centres and surrounding communities can support a sense of belonging.
Indigenous Traditional Workshops/Programs, sharing circles, Sweats, Drop Ins, One-To-One Support....etc
Primary & Gender Affirming Shared Care LGBTQ2s ++ Health Care see back for more info
Call Jodi “Rainbow Navigator” Community Health Worker at 807.626-7856 to discuss intake, forms, referrals, access necessities of life, or for supportive listening.
GROUPS see www.norwestchc.org for more information and to see the calendar of groups
Gender Journeys Adult Group: pre-register with Jodi at 626-7856 .
Gender Adventures Youth Summer Day Camp (ages 12-17) pre-register with Jodi at 626-7856 for summer for 3rd week in August, 2020.
Gender Journey Alumni: Sundays 12-3pm for those who have completed the Gender Journey Program.
Transgender Peer Support: Every other Tuesday, 6-8 pm at NorWest. No age limit.
Sexuality and Gender Equity Committee comprised of community organizations contact : jkurzhals@norwestchc.org to find out more and learn about meeting dates.
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