Support Meetings
PFLAG Cape Cod's monthly support meetings, both in-person and virtual*, are relaxed and informal. The meetings are open to anyone 18 years of age and older (those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian).
The meetings typically include a mixture of LGBTQ+ people and allies. We start with a brief information/business session and devote the remaining time to support. Each person has an opportunity to speak, but no one is pressured. Discussions are completely confidential. We occasionally have a film or a short presentation by an outside speaker.
The meetings typically include a mixture of LGBTQ+ people and allies. We start with a brief information/business session and devote the remaining time to support. Each person has an opportunity to speak, but no one is pressured. Discussions are completely confidential. We occasionally have a film or a short presentation by an outside speaker.
People who come to our meetings are extremely varied. They range from those who have just learned that their loved one is LGBTQ+ and are struggling with disappointment and concern, to those who embrace their children's or loved one's sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. LGBTQ+ persons, some closeted and some out, are also active participants.
Please visit the Calendar of Meetings & Events page of this website for the dates and times of upcoming support meetings. And please review our meeting guidelines to learn more about how our meetings are structured and the ground rules for participation.
Please visit the Calendar of Meetings & Events page of this website for the dates and times of upcoming support meetings. And please review our meeting guidelines to learn more about how our meetings are structured and the ground rules for participation.
A parent who has benefited from our support meetings, both in-person and virtual, shared this moving sentiment:
"When I opened the note and read “gender dysphoria” I was overwhelmed with emotion - confusion, shock, fear, guilt, relief, love, and that was just the beginning. I knew I needed to get educated and didn’t know how to get accurate and unbiased information. I turned to PFLAG Cape Cod. Not knowing what to expect at my first meeting, I walked in with trepidation. The group welcomed me with open arms! They provided me with resources so I could better understand what my daughter was going through. They provided a safe place for me to share, served as sounding boards, and allowed me to ask difficult questions - all in a judgment free zone. These wonderful people made sure I understood that I wasn’t alone. They openly share their stories and are helping me to navigate my own journey. They’ve made a huge difference in my life and help me to be stronger for my transgender daughter. I am eternally grateful for their unconditional support."
* Please note: an invitation/link is required to join our monthly virtual support meetings online via Zoom. To receive this link, please sign up for our emails to have it emailed to you at noon on the day of the meeting. Thank you!
