AwkTalk has answers to life’s awkward questions from non-judgemental, medical experts. The website provides information about sexual health, puberty, relationships, sexually transmitted infections and more. Use the Find a Center tool to find birth control, pregnancy testing, STI testing, and other healthcare services near you.
awktalk.org
Offers anonymous HIV/AIDS testing, PrEP, emergency birth control, STI testing and treatment, pregnancy testing, smoking cessation help, and more. They accept most major insurance and offer sliding scale fees for those uninsured. No one is turned away or denied services for inability to pay. Parental permission is not required for teens. Limited walk-ins are available, call the number below to schedule an appointment.
240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 645-7774
new.columbus.gov/services/public-health/find-healthcare-resources/sexual-health-programs-testing
Provides nutrition and healthy eating tips, recipes, articles and more from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The website has helpful information on a wide variety of topics, including nutrition for kids and seniors, managing weight and health conditions through food, cultural cuisines, and LGBTQ+ health. Use the online directory to find a registered dietician near you.
eatright.org
Healthcare provider specializing in good health for those at risk or affected by HIV, the LGBTQ+ community, and those seeking a welcoming healthcare home. Services include free, anonymous testing for HIV/AIDS and other STIs (syphilis, gonorrhea and chlamydia), primary and specialized medical care, behavioral health, dentistry, pharmacy, HIV/STI prevention programs, Ryan White/HIV case management, gender affirming care, and care navigation/linkage to other services such as housing and legal help. They accept most insurances, including Medicaid, and offer a sliding fee discount for income-eligible patients. Qualifying patients may also request assistance with transportation to appointments.
(833) 378-4827
equitashealth.com
Serves: LGTBQIA+ youth and young adults ages 12-24.
KYC is the largest and longest serving organization in Ohio supporting LGBTQIA+ youth. They host free, daily programming at their Drop-In Center, including access to kitchen and food, Wifi and cyber center, peer support groups, and virtual programming on Discord. They offer Rapid Re-housing, Supportive Co-Housing, Emergency Housing programs, behavioral health services, and free binders and gaffs. KYC also offers educational and advocacy opportunities for professionals.
603 East Town Street, Columbus, Ohio, 43215
(614) 294-5437
kycohio.org
Provides free, confidential telephone and email counseling, information and local resources. Telephone volunteers are in their teens and early twenties and speak with teens about coming-out issues, relationship concerns, parent issues, school problems, STDs and other issues.
National Youth Talkline: (800) 246-7743
lgbthotline.org
Offers 24/7 information, support, and advocacy to young people between the ages of 13 and 26 who have questions or concerns about their romantic relationships. Concerned friends and family members, teachers, counselors, or other service providers can also get support using their 24/7 hotline, text line, or online chat. The website has great information on healthy relationships, boundaries, warning signs of abuse, LGBTQ+ dating, and more.
(866) 331-9474 or (866) 331-8453 TTY
Text “LOVEIS” to 22522 to chat with a peer advocate 24/7
loveisrespect.org
Serves BIPOC transgender, gender-expansive and nonbinary communities in Ohio through community-building, education, and resource navigation. Programs include free community events, The T-Man Talk support group for trans men of color, yoga and wellness classes, connection to gender-affirming care and sliding-scale healthcare, name & gender marker change legal clinics, and “Threads Revisited” free community closet.
750 East Long Street, Columbus, Ohio 43203
(614) 572-0820
mozaicohio.org
Team-driven Healthcare that Respects Individuals and Values Emotions (THRIVE) provides specialized services for differences of sex development (DSD), complex urological conditions, and gender development. A team of professionals from psychology, social work, endocrinology, and other medical specialties work with your family to provide affirming care and meet your child’s unique treatment needs.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-5765 or (614) 722-5765
nationwidechildrens.org/thrive
This website from Nemours Children’s Health offers tons of important health information for kids, teens, and their parents. Kids can find fun videos on how the body works and approachable answers to questions like, how do casts work? The Teen website covers topics like depression, sexual health, smoking, coping with cliques, binge drinking, body image and much more. Parents can find medically-reviewed articles on how vaccines work, how to choose a car seat, developmental milestones, supporting kids’ emotional wellbeing, healthy eating, and more. Educators can also find free health-related lesson plans for PreK-12.
Kids: kidshealth.org/en/kids
Teens: kidshealth.org/en/teens
Parents: kidshealth.org/en/parents
Provides low-cost sexual health care, including; reproductive healthcare, birth control and emergency contraception, HIV/STD testing, care for LGBTQ teens, pregnancy testing, abortion care, and more. Browse their website for helpful information on these topics and more. They accept patients with and without insurance, and in-person or telehealth services. Call or Book online to schedule an appointment.
An inclusive, urban church serving the Columbus community. They have many small groups for Bible study and fellowship for children, adults, and families. The SVQTs (Stone Village Queer Theologians) is specifically for members of the queer/LGBTQ+ community. They offer vouchers to cover the cost for those needing an Ohio Birth Certificate and partner with The Open Shelter and CRIS to assist those needing help with food, shelter, or immigration services.
139 East Second Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 579-5493
stonevillagechurch.org/outreach
Provides a community center, peer support, advocacy, and events for the Central Ohio’s LGBTQ+ community. Programs include the annual Columbus Pride celebration, counseling, sobriety and support groups, dance classes, community mental health trainings, HIV testing, and more. The Family Pride Network connects families and prospective parents in the LGBTQ+ community through social events, educational programs, and resources.
1160 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 299-7764
stonewallcolumbus.org
Trans Lifeline is a hotline offering direct emotional support to trans people in crisis. It is a peer support service run by trans people across the U.S. and Canada. The hotline is for people in crisis and for people needing someone to talk to, even if you’re not in a crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans. Find helpful resources and hotline hours on their website.
Hotline: (877) 565-8860
translifeline.org/hotline
Español: translifeline.org/es/linea-de-ayuda
The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ young people. They operate a 24/7 nationwide, confidential helpline for teens and youth. Their website offers great resources and information.
24-hour Hotline (866) 488-7386 or text ‘START’ to 678678
thetrevorproject.org