PFLAG Blue Ridge Support Group Meetings

Support Group Schedule

Charlottesville

1st Mondays of the month: Gender Night.
Topics specific to families of transgender, transsexual, gender variant, gender queer and gender questioning individuals will be discussed. Meetings facilitated by the parent of a transgender youth. Join us as we share our experiences, joys, concerns, and resources in a confidential and non-judgmental environment.

3rd Mondays of the month: LGBTQ families, friends, allies, and members support group night. If you are a parent, family member, or friend of a gay, lesbian, or transgender individual looking to increase your support, or if your loved one has recently come out to you and you are struggling to process your own feelings as well as looking for resources to help understand -- we are here for you. Join us as we share our experiences, joys, concerns, and resources in a confidential and non-judgmental environment.

StauntonPFLAG Support Group held in downtown Staunton on the second Wednesday evening of every month (except August) from 6:30 pm until 8 pm 

First meeting will be Wednesday January 9th at 6:30 pm located at Staunton Counseling, 119C West Frederick Street, Staunton, VA 24401

Meeting Guidelines

* borrowed from PFLAG Tucson
  1. The purpose of this meeting is to create a safe and supportive atmosphere for all of us here tonight, where we can share, listen, learn and grow.
     
  2. PFLAG was originally founded to support and educate family and friends concerning the topic of homosexuality. Over the years we have embraced and welcomed the addition of those of us who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender.
     
  3. By sharing our stories we find acceptance, strength and support. Your awareness, sensitivity and understanding are needed during these meetings.
     
  4. Confidentiality is essential. We are each responsible for making sure that the things we hear and the identities of people present do not leave this room.
     
  5. Each of us is at a different place in dealing with the topic of homosexuality and sexual and gender diversity. We have found that giving empathy and respect, rather than judgment and advice, helps us all.
     
  6. By speaking of our own experience and feelings, we help others to realize they are not alone and give them the power to resolve their own issues.
     
  7. Please be considerate of others and refrain from monopolizing the conversation.