Trans Support
Links & info
With the recent news from the UK, I wanted to put together a list of local support networks for my clients. If you have any others to add, please reach out: sophie@joybysophie.co.uk
LGBT Foundation
Manchester-based charity dedicated to uplifting the lives of the LGBT community and supporting various needs. They have a helpline open 9am-9pm Monday - Friday, and 10am-6pm on Saturday/Sunday.
Rainbow Noir
Support for trans people of colour, they run support groups within Manchester.
Trans Mutual Aid
A small mutual aid fund based within Manchester which directly supports trans and non-binary individuals with a variety of needs, including support to appointments, befriending and social outreach.
Queer Family Tea
A weekly gathering organised by queer people for queer people, every Thursday between 6-9pm at Partisan Collective, M5 4DE.
Website: https://queerfamilytea.com/
Instagram: @queerfamilytea
Rainbow Mind
Mental health support charity for LGBTQI+ individuals
Website: https://www.mindinsalford.org.uk/services/rainbow-mind/
LGBT Switchboard
Switchboard is the national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey. This is your space – to explore, talk and be truly heard.
Call: 0800 0119100
Website: https://switchboard.lgbt/