"DOING NOTHING IS NOT AN OPTION"
CJR Chicago
Resources
Since the COVID-19 crisis began, CJR has never wavered in our desire to serve our clients and help keep our community safe. For those we help and those in the community who are living with or affected by HIV, your well-being, safety, and quality of care are important to us. We are currently operating on a reduced schedule. For HIV testing call 773-949-6050 to schedule an appointment. Because we are operating on a reduced schedule we have complied a list of additional resources. For additional information reach out ,
elections matter
Every election matters. Issues relevant to the safety and financial security of the Same Gender Loving Black LGBTQ+ community are often determined by legislators on the Federal, State and local level. It's important to know who your elected officials are and if their platforms align with your needs.
The Chapin Directory is a detailed list of Chicago support resources
The directory provides information on essentials needs such as housing, employment, food, shelter and medical services.
www.childrenserviceschicago.com › Chapin_Directory
Provides a COVID-19 South Side Community Resource Guide.
LGBTQ+ Resources
AFC brings together service providers and funders to develop systems that meet the needs of those living with HIV/AIDS and to maximize the use of scarce resources.
312-922-2322
The Broadway Youth Center is a program of Howard Brown Health Center and its community partners, offering comprehensive services to youth, ages 12-24 including a safe space for young people experiencing homelessness.
773.388.1600 ext 9
https://www.translifeline.org/hotline
Chicago House provides permanent, community-based housing, supportive services, and prevention outreach to individuals and families struggling with HIV and AIDS. Many come to Chicago House with the added burdens of poverty, homelessness, substance abuse, and mental illness, as well as the need for job skills and training.
773-248-5200
The Civil Rights Agenda fights for individual rights. It was established to continue the fight for equal rights and guarantee equal protection and treatment for all.
(773) 235-8852
info@jointcra.org
http://jointcra.org
The Night Ministry’s overnight youth shelter is open from 9 p.m. until 9 a.m.
773-784-9000
Equality Illinois builds a better Illinois by advancing equal treatment and social justice through education, advocacy and protection of the rights of the LGBT community.
773-477-7173
http://www.equalityillinois.us
Lambda Legal's Help desk provides information and resources relating to discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, and HIV status.
312-663-4413
https://www.lambdalegal.org/helpdesk
https://www.lambdalegal.org/states-regions/illinois
Transformative Justice Law Project
The Transformative Justice Law Project of Illinois (TJLP) is a collective of radical lawyers, social workers, activists, and community organizers who are deeply committed to prison abolition, transformative justice, and gender self-determination.
(773) 272-1822
The Trevor Project — Saving Young LGBTQ Lives
Trained counselors are there to support you 24/7. If you are a young person in crisis, feeling suicidal, or in need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk, call the Trevor Lifeline now at 1-866-488-7386. The Trevor Project also offers Trevor Chat, Trevor Text, Trevor Space and Trevor Support Center.
1-866-488-7386
https://www.thetrevorproject.org
The LGBTQ+ community is diverse and strong, but may be disproportionately at-risk for suicidal feelings and other mental health struggles because of the discrimination and prejudice they too often are up against. Call 1-800-273-8255 for help now.
1-800-273-8255
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/help-yourself/lgbtq/
Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connects trans people to the members of the trans community, that offer support and information regarding resources they need to survive and thrive.
877-565-8860