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THE CENTER

500 N Higgins Ave, Ste 105 (Main door on Spruce)

Missoula, MT 59802  |  406 543 2224

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As a parent/caregiver, you can improve your relationship with your child, and become a source of strentgh.

For years, The Center has worked to uplift and empower the parents/caregivers of questioning and LGBTQIA+ youth. Now, parents/caregivers throughout Montana can sign up for our free, community facilitated online parent/caregiver groups, and other helpful resources.

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Let's keep your family strong, healthy and united.

The Center provides key support and resources to parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ and questioning youth, coming from the youths' immediate families of their wider circle. We offer free support groups for parents and caregivers, facilitated by members of our community, that meet monthly via Zoom or in person.

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

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REFLECTION ACTIVITIES
 

Researchers at Yale School of Public Health are testing free, individual online reflection activities to help parents/caregivers improve their connections with their LGBTQ+/questioning children. There are three brief, solo reflection activities, and all parents/caregivers can engage in them. There is an additional research study component for parents who are interested and eligible.
Click here to participate in the study.

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PARENTS SUPPORTING PARENTS

Offering parent-to-parent support group meetings and more since 1973, PFLAG chapters are located throughout the country and online. Find your local chapter here on PFLAG’s website 

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FAITH

You shouldn’t have to choose between loving your kid versus your church or the rest of your family—but these conflicts can arise with being the parent of an LGBTQ+ child. Find embracing members of your faith here, through Strong Family Alliance, with resources for support within over 45 religions and denominations. 

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TRANS/NONBINARY/QUESTIONING KIDS
 

There will be new territory to navigate for your child—and for you, who as a parent may feel overwhelmed. All the resources above can help, and in addition here’s a guide from Strong Family Alliance for parents who wish to help choose the best path for their family. Download a PDF version of the guide here.

This is a lot to consider with being the parent/caregiver of an LGBTQ+ child. The information we provide on this website isn't medical, mental health or legal advice - but we can help you to seek out and consult capable professionals. 

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