Gender Affirming Health Clinic (16+)
Overview and Philosophy of Care
The Gender Affirming Health Clinic (GAHC) is a free service that aims to create a safe, confidential, and inclusive space across all gender diversities. We provide culturally competent and gender-affirming care to trans and gender diverse people. We work collaboratively with our community partners to ensure supportive and comprehensive care to clients and their families. Our team uses a holistic and compassionate approach when providing services and supports.
Who is This Program Intended For?
- People who identify as trans, gender diverse, non-binary and/or questioning
- 16 years of age or older
- Residents who live in York Region or South Simcoe
Waitlist and Contact Information
The waitlist for the Gender Affirming Health Clinic is OPEN. Click below to join the waitlist.
Please email gahc@cmha-yr.on.ca if you have any questions or need support accessing other community resources. Thank you.
The Gender Affirming Health Clinic delivers the following programs and services to eligible clients.
Drop-In Services
- 5 part virtual webinar series
- Trans/non-binary monthly group
- Monthly ID Clinic
- Chest binder program
Case Management Services
Our case managers support clients with a variety of needs, including:
- Service navigation
- Referrals to other community services
- Help completing paperwork (e.g., OW forms, etc.)
- Connecting to a family doctor
- Building practical skills to live independently
Counselling Services
Our social workers support clients in exploring all topics related to their gender identity and expression, including:
- Discussing and exploring gender identity
- Transition and resource navigation
- Education
- Collaboration
- Referrals
- Community outreach
Physical and Sexual Health Care
Our nurse practitioners provide primary health care services for clients, including:
- Comprehensive health assessments
- Health promotion/disease prevention
- Medication/treatment management
- Sexual health services
- Referrals
- Transition support
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (including assessment, prescription, monitoring and education)
Groups and Workshops
Clients have the opportunity to participate in our clinical groups and workshops, including:
- AFFIRM CBT
Are you interested in accessing drop-in services, counselling services, physical and sexual health care, case management services and groups or workshops? Join the waitlist today.
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