LGBTQ+ Information and Support
Community Resources Local Trainings Groups, Services & Events Best Practices & Publications
Welcome to the BHSD’s hub of Information on LGBTQ+ Information and Support, hosted by The Q Corner. We welcome you to check out the different tabs, stay connected with us by signing up for the mailing list and following us on social media, and reach out to us with any questions.
The Q Corner is a peer-driven, Behavioral Health Services Department program dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ community and their friends, families, and allies, in Santa Clara County. This safe, welcoming, and affirming team is committed to making community services and resources available to everyone. To access the Q Corner Poster and Postcard.
The Q Corner Services include:
- Support Navigating Resources and Referrals
- Peer Support and Mentoring
- Opportunities for Social Activities and Community Building
- Information on available Trainings and Best Practices.
Contact The Q Corner today!
Phone Number: (408) 977-8800
Email: [email protected]
The Harm ReduQion Project is affirming, trauma-informed support for LGBTQIA+ folks who use substances, focused on substance use prevention and intervention, and drug overdose and poisoning prevention. Link to Flyer
Services include:
- Support through individual sessions, drop-in groups, and family consultations
- Education on overdose prevention, harm reduction, and LGBTQIA+ affirming care
- Connection to substance use recovery and treatment, and all other community resources
Check out The Harm ReduQion Project’s 10 Trauma-Informed Harm Reduction Tips here.
Contact The Harm ReduQion Project today! Email: [email protected]
Quick Resource Links:
- The Q Corner resources list: https://linktr.ee/theqcorner
- Resources from the Trans Care Coalition: @SCCTransCare | Linktree
- We collaborate closely with our county partners, including the Office of LGBTQ Affairs. We encourage you to also check out their website, which is a wealth of resources: https://lgbtq.sccgov.org
Sign up for our mailing list!
Stay up to date by following us on social media:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheQCornerBHSD
Instagram: www.instagram.com/theqcorner
You can donate to Valley Health Foundation’s Q Corner fund here: https://tinyurl.com/vhf4qc
Groups, Services & Events
Upcoming Events!
Halloween Pizza Party Fundraiser Link to Flyer
Support Groups:
- LGBTQIA+ QC Support Groups Postcard: English & Spanish
- Trans / Non-binary / GNC Peer Support Group Flyer (Link to Flyer)
Hosted with LGBTQ Wellness and the Gender Health Center, this is a space for individuals who are transgender, non-binary, GNC, gender expansive, and/or questioning their gender to collectively build community in a safe, confidential space.
English Group is the First and Third Monday of the month, Spanish Group is currently paused.
Register: LINKTR.EE/LGBTQWELLNESS
- LatinX Diversa Group (Link to Flyer)
Este es un espacio para ti, como una persona que seidentifica con la comunidad LGBTQ+, o que estacuestionando su orientación sexual o género.
Primer Sábado y Cuarto Miércoles.
- South Bay Queer and Disabled Peer Support Group (Link to flyer)
Join us for an inclusive peer support group, for folks of all disabilities and neurodiversities within the LGBTQ+ community.
Register: https://tinyurl.com/sbqadg
- Queer and Asian (Link to flyer)
Find emotional support, resources, and peer connection within the LGBTQIA+ Asian Community.
Register: http://tinyurl.com/sccQNA
- All Identities, All Bodies (Link to flyer)
A Support and Social Group for LGBTQIA+ and/or questioning adults. Link to flyer.
Register: https://linktr.ee/lgbtqwellness
- Embracing La Comunidad (Link to flyer)
Bilingual English/Spanish EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS FOR PARENTS, FAMILIES, AND CAREGIVERS OF 2SLGBTQIA+ YOUTH, offered in collaboration with the Family Acceptance Project.
Register: https://tinyurl.com/fapsessions
Resources:
- Gender Affirming Garments (link to Flyer)
The Q Corner offers binders, gaffs, and trans tape for free in an array of sizes and styles to folks in Santa Clara County who need them! Finding the right gaff or binder can be incredibly affirming and trying them on in person at our office is very helpful to find the right fit! Complete the below links to order one! https://tinyurl.com/qcgarments
- Oasis Legal Services LGBTQ+ Asylum Consultations (Link to Flyer)
Oasis Legal Services proudly provides quality legal services to the LGBTQ+ immigrant community. Oasis is partnering with The Q Corner to provide consultations for LGBTQ+ immigrants living in Santa Clara County to see if they qualify for asylum.
Contact Oasis Legal Services to sign up: [email protected] or 510-666-6687
- LGBTQ+ Resources Order Form (Link to Flyer)
Place a free order for printed LGBTQ+ Resources for pick up at The Q Corner.
https://tinyurl.com/qcorder
Quick Links Resources:
County of Santa Clara LGBTQ+ Community Resources & Tips for LGBTQ+ Inclusive
Wellbeing & Suicide Prevention Resources for the LGBTQ+ Community: English // Spanish // Chinese // Vietnamese