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What do we do in times of tragedy? Crisis? Or any situation that causes stress and big emotions!
Here are some tips we found that may be helpful for how you can take care of yourselves: Talk it out. Remember that it’s OK not to be OK with the...
New Beginnings for 2024
Let’s start the new year off with some radical self-love and not have resolutions based off of all the ways you need to change. Let’s try something...
Talking to Relatives about LGBTQ+ Issues
As families gather for the holiday season, LGBTQ+ individuals and allies may be preparing to interact with relatives who have different opinions or...
Know your student’s rights at school
CLICK FOR PRINTABLE VERSION (2 PAGES) The following are highlights of the rights and protections for LGBTQ+ students in Maine’s public schools, as...
LGBTQ+ Summer Safety Tips
It’s finally summer, and between all the rain and fog we have been having some incredibly hot and humid days. For many folks, these are days we shed...
Dear Chuck, How can I best support my 15 year old gay son who is questioning trans?
Let them explore at home as a safe place. Let them buy new things they wouldn't normally wear/styles etc. Shopping can be scary but online shopping...
8 Ways to Support LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health
1. Learn about early signs of mental illnessWhile all diagnoses have different symptoms it would be helpful for you to be aware of these common...
Your child just came out. Now what?
So you’ve had “the big conversation” — your child or family member’s come out to you — and now what? (Oh, and in case you missed it, take a moment...
What to do if someone is refusing to use the right name and pronouns for a young person.
Using preferred names and pronouns literally saves lives!According to The Trevor Project - the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis...
What’s a parent to do? Communication and support for your LGBTQ+ child.
“I was terrified. This was unchartered territory for me.” “I didn’t want this for my child.” “My head started swirling with the news stories of...
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