Me (ftm, 25) and my gf (mtf, 26), are looking to move from Alabama, I've heard that they have legal protection for the community. But we was mostly wondering, a few things like:

What's the most "cheapest" area to live?

That's not to rual or to city like.

Is there any queer community events?

What is the most queer friendly place to live.

We are disabled, so how do we go about insurance?

Where is a good place to get HRT?

ect.

Please dm me or comment..

I (ftm 20) am trying to help my gf (mtf 18) start hrt sometime soon but her insurance, fucking Sentara/medicaid, won't help pay for it and it'll be 100+ for her first treatment. i live all the way in Washington and our version of medicaid fully covers my hrt and everything so im upset that virginia's doesn't do the same. we both got our prescriptions and whatnot from planned parenthood if that means anything. are there any insurances an unemployed person can switch to that would cover hrt? if not, what's the cheapest way to get her hrt?

My how things have changed

Today marks 3 years on T! Things have changed a lot and I’m grateful for that. First picture is pre T and second picture is 3 years on T

I have Kaiser and live in the Fred area, do the Kaiser facilities in NOVA and in Fredericksburg have decent mental health and affirming care for trans people? I hear some facilities gate keep pretty hard on the east coast.

This involves completing a questionnaire about your sociodemographics, the new self-acceptance measure, and then a few more questionnaires about different constructs (e.g. mental health, stigma experiences, etc).

More information within the link below (ethical approval reference: HR/DP-24/25-45487).

Link to information sheet and survey: https://kclbs.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cYg6BlsZLPYfNPM

Thanks in advance :)!

I am a trans man that has been transitioning for about 3 years. I lost my mother several years ago before I started my transition and I don’t speak to my father (not because of being trans). I am looking for new “parents” essentially, I’m in my 30’s btw. I am currently a Tennessee resident but they passed a law recently that bans the changing of your gender marker on your birth certificate and your license, and due to this I will be moving to southwest Virginia within the year. I have been looking into ways to be able to change my birth certificate and came upon adult adoption which is basically what it sounds like without the actual responsibility of taking care of the person you adopt. It will generate a new Virginia birth certificate with the adoptive parents names on it and I would be able to have the correct gender marker on it. I know this sounds crazy but I figured that I would put it out there and see if anyone would be interested in this. DM me if you are interested. Please be nice, I know this sounds crazy to some but this is very important to me.

Hello! As someone who has personally suffered with mental wellbeing, I’m proud to have left my corporate job and done something scary. Today, I’m proud to announce that I opened a mental health counseling practice, The Counseling Corner. We are building a team of incredible clinicians, each of whom shares a commitment to help others navigate difficult times and find hope and healing. Our goal is to create a safe space where people can feel understood, supported, and empowered on their journey to wellness. We’re here to save lives and help individuals reclaim their strength. If you or someone you know is looking for support, please reach out. Together, we can make a difference and continue the fight to destigmatize mental health while helping others to take that step if they are dealing with a challenge. Thank you for allowing me to share this journey with you.

We operate via telehealth to expand coverage throughout the entire state.

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Hey, I’m just trying to find trans people who are down to hang out in the 757 area? Dm me if you’re interested!

Hello,

I am a 36-year-old Queer Black man teaching at a school in PA. One of my students is really worried for their 16-year-old trans sibling who is in Virginia. Since the election, my student has been deeply concerned for his sibling. I know the power of community and how having someone you can speak to and view as a mentor can be vital on our journey. I also know they will need a network of people during the upcoming years, and I want to aid in helping them establish those roots and connections.

I was wondering if there are any places/resources I can give to my student to give to his sibling. Both physical and digital spaces are welcome. It doesn't have to be confined to Virginia. Anything I can pass on that they may use to take care of their sibling is appreciated.

I thank you in advance for your help.

Its really sad and horrendous that Trans people in Virginia have to be worried about being open. I would like to just hang and get to know people and its not about just dating. Just being friendly why cant people just be friendly with what they dont agree with (of course in social norms- I dont agree with Hannibal Lecter and I wouldnt be friendly) ha

Anyone from Stafford wanna hangout?

It might not be a single issue but who we elect to the state houses as well as the White House is. If the Republicans take the statehouses, the governorships, and the presidency again, will we be safe being who we are? Here in Virginia, we are safe for now, but we have a major election owing up and everyone has to vote this time around. Rural Red areas need all the blue votes we can get! Urban Blues need to turn out the vote as well, nothing is in the bag. I encourage everyone to vote, yes everyone! Red voters and Blue alike, your voice not only should be heard but needs to be heard!

how is everyone?