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Sat – Sun 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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About Us

Mission Statement

To promote and empower the LGBT Community and its allies through information, education, advocacy and support.

History

1978 - Gay Community Services is formed (GCS). GCS was predominantly formed as a social group for safe space meet-ups and was incorporated as a nonprofit on November 27, 1978.

1979 - Gay Men's Hotline formed. The number was 407-THE-GAYS and was staffed by volunteers. Gay men could call for referrals, mental health counseling, and up to date information on GCS meet-ups.

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COVID-19 Support

The Central Florida LGBTQ+ Relief Fund

We have put together this list of resources to help our LGBTQ+ family in Central Florida navigate the crisis.

Please contact us at [email protected] if there are additional resources that you would like to add to this document. We will continue to update it as the situation develops.

Topics included in the guide are:

  • City and County Government Resources
  • Coping with Stress
  • Connecting To Free Low-Cost Resources & Financial Relief
  • Food / Nutrition Assistance
  • Resources for Youth and Families
  • Immigrant Community Resources
  • Sexual Assault & Intimate Partner Violence
  • Legal Assistance
Resource Guide
Guía de Recursos (Español)
Programs

Programs and DIrect Services

All persons entering building MUST have a face covering and be pre-screened before testing. If you have traveled outside of Florida in the past 14 days, have a fever or any cough, you will not be allowed to have any testing performed.

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Health Services

Free STI Testing
(Sexually Transmitted Infection)

Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm



Photo ID required
No appointment needed
Must be age 13 years or older
No parent or guardian necessary
Repeat testing allowed after 3 months
No testing within 3 days of menstruation
Results available within 2 weeks (results provided in-person ONLY with photo ID)

STI Testing is done in partnership with the State of Florida’s Department of Health. Testing is done at our Health & Human Services Building-1200 Hillcrest Street Suite 102, Orlando, FL 32803.

Free Online Mental Health Counseling

Monday - Saturday
Schedule an Appointment & Learn More about Mental Health Counseling




Photo ID required
Telehealth services include completing intake paperwork
Must be age 14 years or older
No parent or guardian necessary
Spanish Counseling available
6 Therapists to choose from!
Couples and Family counseling available
Max of four sessions
(After fourth sessions, referrals to other counselors are made based on availability)

Free Grab & Go Condoms

Available anytime during normal operation hours.

Latex, Non-latex, Oral (flavored) and Internal Condoms available.

Free HIV & Hep C Testing

Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 7:45 pm
Saturday - Sunday
10:00 am – 1:30 pm


Photo ID required
No appointment needed
Must be age 13 years or older
No parent or guardian necessary
Results provided in as little as 15 minutes

HIV & HEP C Testing is done at our Health & Human Services Building-1200 Hillcrest Street Suite 102, Orlando, FL 32803

Programs

Older Wiser Learners

An in-person group for LGBTQ+ older adults. Weekly meetings include Game Day & Senior Social, Grief & Loss Support Group, and monthly Lunch & Learns. Join our Older Wiser Learners Facebook Group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OwlsCentralFlorida. For more information on the OWL Program or other senior services, email [email protected]

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Q Chat Space for Youth

Find and give support, have fun, connect around shared interests, and get good information. Chat with like-minded peers in live chats designed for you and by you, facilitated by folks who care. Facilitators are people who work at LGBTQ+ centers across the US.

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Free Virtual Immigration Clinic (30 minutes)

SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT HERE!

SCHEDULE YOUR ASYLUM CLINIC APPOINTMENT HERE!

Speak with Attorneys virtually for a personalized strategy session to go over your immigration options and answer your questions!


Available in English, Spanish, French and Creole.





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Addiction & Recovery

Open Discussion Meetings.
Newcomers always welcomed!
Weekly In Person Recovery Group
946 N. Mills Ave. Orlando, FL 32803

   Wednesday Rainbow NA 7PM - 8PM
   Friday AA Wake Up Call 7PM - 8 PM
   Sunday AA Wake Up Call 10:30AM - 11:30AM

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Career Planning

Address specific career questions and challenges associated with the LGBTQ+ Community

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Notary

Service available upon request. Please email to schedule an appointment.

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A special thank you to our grantors!

Contigo
AHF
City of Orlando
David Bohnett
FL DOH
Central Florida Foundation
Orlando Health
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THE CENTER IS A 501(c)3 NON-PROFIT COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATION. THE CENTER'S REGISTRATION NUMBER IS CH11373. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE, 1-800-435-7352 WITHIN THE STATE OF FLORIDA. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.

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  • I hereby enter into this contract with LGBT+ Center Orlando, Inc. for the use of and have fully read and understood all rules and regulations governing the use of the facility.
  • I understand that the rental fee is per hour and agree to pay all fees prior to space usage.
  • I understand that LGBT+ Center Orlando, Inc. does not offer refunds.
  • I understand that I will be held financially responsible for any damage made to the facilities, appliances, furniture, or equipment.
  • I understand that I will be held responsible for the behavior of the group organization’s membership and its guests.
  • I understand that LGBT+ Center Orlando, Inc. may cancel the use of the facility if I or any persons in my group/organization do not comply with the user agreement and the guidelines.

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