Transgender Resources
Transgender, Non-Binary and Gender Expansive Resource List (assembled by PFLAG Cape Cod).
Support Groups (not affiliated with PFLAG Cape Cod)
Fenway Health's Transgender Adult Support Group (contact Ann Burke at ann@fenwayhealth.org or call 617-515-6679) - For transgender and gender expansive persons regardless of gender identity or expression, ages 18+. Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 5:30-7:00 pm via Zoom and in person at the Unitarian Church of Barnstable, 3330 Main Street/Rt. 6A, Barnstable - here's a flyer with more info
Fenway Health's Support Group for Parents/Guardians of Trans/Gender Diverse Children & Youth (1st Thursday of month from 7:00-8:30 pm) - contact transhealth@fenwayhealth.org for the Zoom link - more information
Gender Spectrum Online Support Groups (www.genderspectrum.org) - A series of online discussion groups for parents and adult family members.
Parents of Transgender Children Facebook Support Group - To and from parents of transgender and gender-expansive children, young & grown.
Innvestments (www.innvestments.org) - Social and support group for the crossdresser, transvestite, transsexual & transgender community on Cape Cod. Dinner meetings first Wednesday of month. (Location rotates among area restaurants).
Transgender Club of New England (www.tcne.org) - Social and support organization for the transgender community, located in Waltham. Runs the annual “First Event” transgender conference.
Conferences
GeMS Family and School Conference (www.childrenshospital.org) - For parents and guardians of gender-questioning youth of all ages. Programming for youth ages 10-18 and school personnel. Held at Boston Children’s Hospital in late winter/early spring.
Philadelphia Trans-Health Conference (www.trans-health.org) - Held annually in June at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
Trans Youth Summit (www.masstpc.org/community-events/tys/trans-youth-summit/) - For trans youth & friends aged 13-22. Parents of Trans Youth Summit – same day & building. July at Microsoft New England Research & Development Ctr., Cambridge
True Colors Conference (www.ourtruecolors.org) - Largest LGBT annual youth conference in the country with more than 2000 attendees, held each year in March in Storrs, CT.
Gender Conference East (www.genderconferenceeast.org) - For youth across the gender spectrum, families and professionals. Generally in Baltimore in November.
First Event (www.firstevent.org) - One of the longest running conferences in the U.S. for transgender and gender expansive people and those who love and support them. First Event is held annually in the Boston area in late January or early February.
Keystone Conference (www.keystone-conference.org) - Find support and friendship, and further your knowledge of trans issues all while having an enjoyable and uplifting experience! Held in Pennsylvania in late winter/early spring..
General Transgender Resources
Cape & Islands Transgender Resource Fund (www.capecodtransfund.com) - CITRF is a small grassroots group of transgender people and allies. Their mission is to lend a helping hand to transgender and gender non-conforming individuals living on Cape Cod and the Islands in need of assistance in meeting the challenge of their life journey.
National Center for Transgender Equality (www.transequality.org) - Monitors federal activity, educates congress, provides technical assistance & training.
Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (www.masstpc.org) - Educates, advocates and encourages empowerment of community members.
Children & Youth
Safe Schools Program for LGBTQ Students - ( www.doe.mass.edu/sfs/lgbtq/) - Training, technical assistance and professional development to school staff. Parents unable to resolve school issues for their LGBTQ child.
email safeschoolsprogram@doe.mass.edu
Miscellaneous Resources - this is comprehensive list of resources for LGBTQ+ youth and their parents/families is provided by Fenway Health
TransYouth Family Allies (TYFA) (www.imatyfa.org) - Partners with educators, service providers and communities to develop supportive environments.
Trans Youth Equality Foundation (www.transyouthequality.org) - Education, advocacy and support for transgender & gender non-conforming youth and families.
Gender Spectrum (www.genderspectrum.org) - Consultation, training and events for families, educators, professionals, and organizations. Focus on children & teens.
Matthew’s Place (www.matthewsplace.com) - Online community for LGBTQ youth age 13 to 24. An extension of Matthew Shepard Foundation.
"Safety and Wellness / Love Down Guide" - A proactive plan to address bullying, prevent harm and receive love and care. Safety & Wellness/Love Down Guide
Medical Services
Looking for a transgender-friendly physician on Cape Cod? - For information about transgender-friendly physicians on Cape Cod, please contact Ann Burke, VRP Advocate (Cape Cod) for Fenway Health at aburke@fenwayhealth.org or 617-515-6679.
Gender Management Service (GeMS) Clinic, Boston Children’s Hospital (www.childrenshospital.org) - First major program in the United States to focus on Gender Disphoria in children and adolescents.
Michelle Forcier, MD (www.lifespan.org/centers-services/gender-and-sexual-health-at-lifespan/gender-and-sexual-health-services) - Hasbro Children’s Hospital, (Providence, RI / 401-444-5980)
Sidney Borum, Jr Health Center (www.fenwayhealth.org/info/locations/the-borum) - Program of Fenway Health for 12-29 year olds. Complete care for transgender youth, except for hormone blockers. (75 Kneeland Street, Boston, MA / 617-457-8140)
Fenway Community Health Center (www.fenwayhealth.org) - Complete medical and mental health care for LGBT adults. Trans-specific services include letters for surgery and hormone treatment, hormone administration, reproductive counseling, post-surgery follow-up care, and support groups.
Prima CARE Transgender Clinic (www.prima-care.com) - Comprehensive care for patients seeking hormonal and/or surgical reassignment of gender. Under direction of endocrinologist Dr. Kshore Lakshman. Referrals to Clinic made by contacting Dr. Lakshman at (508) 235 - 0481.
World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) (www.wpath.org) - Publishes Standards of Care and Ethical Guidelines.
Transgender-Friendly Electrolysis, Skincare & Haircare
The Art of Beauty, Mary Neuben Electrolysis (www.capecodelectrology.com) - Mary D. Nicolazzo, RE, LC, CPM
525 South St., Hyannis (508) 775-2922 and 350 Gifford St., Falmouth (508) 540-1110 / email: theartofbeauty@icloud.com
hair by John Picard (www.hairbyjohnpicard.com) - John Picard, hair stylist; (508) 681-5815 - LL & Co. Salon, 263 Stevens Street, Hyannis
Education Resources
Guidance for Massachusetts Public Schools Creating a Safe and Supportive School Environment (www.doe.mass.edu/ssce/safety) - Nondiscrimination on Basis of Gender Identity.
MA Commission on GLBT Youth (www.mass.gov/cgly) - Independent agency which recommends and advocates to all branches of state government effective policies, programs, and resources for GLBT youth to thrive.
GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network) (www.glsen.org) - National organization. (Check out their five page teachers guide at www.thinkb4youspeak.com)
Legal & Employment Assistance Resources
Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund (www.tldef.org) - Public education, test-case litigation, direct legal services, community organizing and public policy efforts.
GLAD (www.glad.org/locations/massachusetts) - New England’s leading legal rights organization dedicated to ending discrimination based on sexual orientation, HIV status and gender identity and expression.
Lambda Legal (www.lambdalegal.org/) - A national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of LGBT people.
Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund (www.transgenderlegal.org) - Committed to ending discrimination based on gender identity and expression, and to achieving equality for transgender people.
Recommended Books
Transgender 101: A Simple Guide to a Complex Issue, by Nicholas Teich, 2012.
Trans-Kin: A Guide for Family & Friends of Transgender People, by Eleanor Hubbard & Cameron Whitley, ed., 2012.
Trans Bodies, Trans Selves; A Resouce for the Transgender Community, edited by Laura Erickson-Schroth, 2014.
Redefining Realness: My Path to Womanhood, Identity, Love & So Much More, by Janet Mock, 2014.
The Transgender Child: A Handbook for Families and Professionals, by Stephanie Brill & Rachel Pepper, 2008.
Gender Born, Gender Made: Raising Health Gender-Nonconforming Children, by Diane Ehrensaft, PhD, 2011.
Becoming Nicole: The Transformation of an American Family, by Amy Ellis Nutt, June 2016.
Transitions of the Heart: Stories of Love, Struggle and Acceptance by Mothers of Transgender and Gender Variant Children, by Rachel Pepper, 2012.
Raising My Rainbow, by Lori Duron, September 2013 (visit the Podcasts page of this website to listen to Lori's story!)
Beyond Magenta: Transgender Teens Speak Out, by Susan Kuklin, March 2015.
Fenway Health's Transgender Adult Support Group (contact Ann Burke at ann@fenwayhealth.org or call 617-515-6679) - For transgender and gender expansive persons regardless of gender identity or expression, ages 18+. Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 5:30-7:00 pm via Zoom and in person at the Unitarian Church of Barnstable, 3330 Main Street/Rt. 6A, Barnstable - here's a flyer with more info
Fenway Health's Support Group for Parents/Guardians of Trans/Gender Diverse Children & Youth (1st Thursday of month from 7:00-8:30 pm) - contact transhealth@fenwayhealth.org for the Zoom link - more information
Gender Spectrum Online Support Groups (www.genderspectrum.org) - A series of online discussion groups for parents and adult family members.
Parents of Transgender Children Facebook Support Group - To and from parents of transgender and gender-expansive children, young & grown.
Innvestments (www.innvestments.org) - Social and support group for the crossdresser, transvestite, transsexual & transgender community on Cape Cod. Dinner meetings first Wednesday of month. (Location rotates among area restaurants).
Transgender Club of New England (www.tcne.org) - Social and support organization for the transgender community, located in Waltham. Runs the annual “First Event” transgender conference.
Conferences
GeMS Family and School Conference (www.childrenshospital.org) - For parents and guardians of gender-questioning youth of all ages. Programming for youth ages 10-18 and school personnel. Held at Boston Children’s Hospital in late winter/early spring.
Philadelphia Trans-Health Conference (www.trans-health.org) - Held annually in June at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
Trans Youth Summit (www.masstpc.org/community-events/tys/trans-youth-summit/) - For trans youth & friends aged 13-22. Parents of Trans Youth Summit – same day & building. July at Microsoft New England Research & Development Ctr., Cambridge
True Colors Conference (www.ourtruecolors.org) - Largest LGBT annual youth conference in the country with more than 2000 attendees, held each year in March in Storrs, CT.
Gender Conference East (www.genderconferenceeast.org) - For youth across the gender spectrum, families and professionals. Generally in Baltimore in November.
First Event (www.firstevent.org) - One of the longest running conferences in the U.S. for transgender and gender expansive people and those who love and support them. First Event is held annually in the Boston area in late January or early February.
Keystone Conference (www.keystone-conference.org) - Find support and friendship, and further your knowledge of trans issues all while having an enjoyable and uplifting experience! Held in Pennsylvania in late winter/early spring..
General Transgender Resources
Cape & Islands Transgender Resource Fund (www.capecodtransfund.com) - CITRF is a small grassroots group of transgender people and allies. Their mission is to lend a helping hand to transgender and gender non-conforming individuals living on Cape Cod and the Islands in need of assistance in meeting the challenge of their life journey.
National Center for Transgender Equality (www.transequality.org) - Monitors federal activity, educates congress, provides technical assistance & training.
Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (www.masstpc.org) - Educates, advocates and encourages empowerment of community members.
Children & Youth
Safe Schools Program for LGBTQ Students - ( www.doe.mass.edu/sfs/lgbtq/) - Training, technical assistance and professional development to school staff. Parents unable to resolve school issues for their LGBTQ child.
email safeschoolsprogram@doe.mass.edu
Miscellaneous Resources - this is comprehensive list of resources for LGBTQ+ youth and their parents/families is provided by Fenway Health
TransYouth Family Allies (TYFA) (www.imatyfa.org) - Partners with educators, service providers and communities to develop supportive environments.
Trans Youth Equality Foundation (www.transyouthequality.org) - Education, advocacy and support for transgender & gender non-conforming youth and families.
Gender Spectrum (www.genderspectrum.org) - Consultation, training and events for families, educators, professionals, and organizations. Focus on children & teens.
Matthew’s Place (www.matthewsplace.com) - Online community for LGBTQ youth age 13 to 24. An extension of Matthew Shepard Foundation.
"Safety and Wellness / Love Down Guide" - A proactive plan to address bullying, prevent harm and receive love and care. Safety & Wellness/Love Down Guide
Medical Services
Looking for a transgender-friendly physician on Cape Cod? - For information about transgender-friendly physicians on Cape Cod, please contact Ann Burke, VRP Advocate (Cape Cod) for Fenway Health at aburke@fenwayhealth.org or 617-515-6679.
Gender Management Service (GeMS) Clinic, Boston Children’s Hospital (www.childrenshospital.org) - First major program in the United States to focus on Gender Disphoria in children and adolescents.
Michelle Forcier, MD (www.lifespan.org/centers-services/gender-and-sexual-health-at-lifespan/gender-and-sexual-health-services) - Hasbro Children’s Hospital, (Providence, RI / 401-444-5980)
Sidney Borum, Jr Health Center (www.fenwayhealth.org/info/locations/the-borum) - Program of Fenway Health for 12-29 year olds. Complete care for transgender youth, except for hormone blockers. (75 Kneeland Street, Boston, MA / 617-457-8140)
Fenway Community Health Center (www.fenwayhealth.org) - Complete medical and mental health care for LGBT adults. Trans-specific services include letters for surgery and hormone treatment, hormone administration, reproductive counseling, post-surgery follow-up care, and support groups.
Prima CARE Transgender Clinic (www.prima-care.com) - Comprehensive care for patients seeking hormonal and/or surgical reassignment of gender. Under direction of endocrinologist Dr. Kshore Lakshman. Referrals to Clinic made by contacting Dr. Lakshman at (508) 235 - 0481.
World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) (www.wpath.org) - Publishes Standards of Care and Ethical Guidelines.
Transgender-Friendly Electrolysis, Skincare & Haircare
The Art of Beauty, Mary Neuben Electrolysis (www.capecodelectrology.com) - Mary D. Nicolazzo, RE, LC, CPM
525 South St., Hyannis (508) 775-2922 and 350 Gifford St., Falmouth (508) 540-1110 / email: theartofbeauty@icloud.com
hair by John Picard (www.hairbyjohnpicard.com) - John Picard, hair stylist; (508) 681-5815 - LL & Co. Salon, 263 Stevens Street, Hyannis
Education Resources
Guidance for Massachusetts Public Schools Creating a Safe and Supportive School Environment (www.doe.mass.edu/ssce/safety) - Nondiscrimination on Basis of Gender Identity.
MA Commission on GLBT Youth (www.mass.gov/cgly) - Independent agency which recommends and advocates to all branches of state government effective policies, programs, and resources for GLBT youth to thrive.
GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network) (www.glsen.org) - National organization. (Check out their five page teachers guide at www.thinkb4youspeak.com)
Legal & Employment Assistance Resources
Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund (www.tldef.org) - Public education, test-case litigation, direct legal services, community organizing and public policy efforts.
GLAD (www.glad.org/locations/massachusetts) - New England’s leading legal rights organization dedicated to ending discrimination based on sexual orientation, HIV status and gender identity and expression.
Lambda Legal (www.lambdalegal.org/) - A national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of LGBT people.
Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund (www.transgenderlegal.org) - Committed to ending discrimination based on gender identity and expression, and to achieving equality for transgender people.
Recommended Books
Transgender 101: A Simple Guide to a Complex Issue, by Nicholas Teich, 2012.
Trans-Kin: A Guide for Family & Friends of Transgender People, by Eleanor Hubbard & Cameron Whitley, ed., 2012.
Trans Bodies, Trans Selves; A Resouce for the Transgender Community, edited by Laura Erickson-Schroth, 2014.
Redefining Realness: My Path to Womanhood, Identity, Love & So Much More, by Janet Mock, 2014.
The Transgender Child: A Handbook for Families and Professionals, by Stephanie Brill & Rachel Pepper, 2008.
Gender Born, Gender Made: Raising Health Gender-Nonconforming Children, by Diane Ehrensaft, PhD, 2011.
Becoming Nicole: The Transformation of an American Family, by Amy Ellis Nutt, June 2016.
Transitions of the Heart: Stories of Love, Struggle and Acceptance by Mothers of Transgender and Gender Variant Children, by Rachel Pepper, 2012.
Raising My Rainbow, by Lori Duron, September 2013 (visit the Podcasts page of this website to listen to Lori's story!)
Beyond Magenta: Transgender Teens Speak Out, by Susan Kuklin, March 2015.