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The domestic abuse signs I missed in my best friend
“So often, our idea of a victim is skewed. It’s important to know that there is no one-size-fits-all victim.”
Introducing Q Chat Space — An Online Community for LGBTQ+ Teens
At Planned Parenthood, we believe that everyone deserves to feel loved, supported, and valued. That’s why we’re proud to join PFLAG and CenterLink to bring you Q Chat Space — a digital online community where LGBTQ+ teens ages 13 to 19 can chat with like-minded peers going through similar experiences in real time.
We know that not everyone has an LGBTQ+ student group or community center easily available to them. Q Chat Space is a way for LGBTQ+ teens to connect with each other through live-chat group sessions — no matter where they are. The conversations on Q Chat Space are digital, and are run by experienced staff who work at LGBTQ+ centers around the country.
Q Chat Space aims to create an environment of learning and acceptance, where LGBTQ+ teens can make friends and build community in a safe space. Group agreements like respecting people’s identities and pronouns, keeping conversations confidential, welcoming new ideas and different perspectives, and owning up to and forgiving mistakes help make everyone’s experience welcoming and positive.
Upcoming sessions include discussions around gender identity, diversity, being out at school, trans issues, and healthy relationships.
Here’s how it works:
- Visit the Q Chat Space website.
- Fill out the first-time user survey.
- Click ‘Join an Upcoming Group’.
- Find a session with a time and date that works for you.
- Once logged in, choose a username that fits your personality and helps you maintain the level of privacy you’re comfortable with.
- Meet new friends and get support!
To learn more or to participate in a live group session, visit the Q Chat Space website.
-Attia at Planned Parenthood
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Someone I love is having an abortion. How can I support them?
Someone asked us:
My older sister is planning on getting an abortion, do you have any advice on how I can offer her comfort? It was an accidental pregnancy, and shes having feelings of guilt over it. Thank you
I wish I could send you a gold plaque or a blue ribbon that reads “outstanding sibling.” Everyone deserves this kind of support when they’re going through a hard time.
Your sister trusts you enough to tell you she’s having an abortion, how she got pregnant, and how she feels about it. Let her know she can keep coming to you if she wants to talk about it. Knowing someone cares and that they’ll be there no matter what can be the most comforting thing of all.
Here are 10 other ways to support someone who’s having an abortion.
- Listen to them.
- Remind them that you support and love them no matter what.
- Help them get accurate information about abortion. PlannedParenthood.org and the staff at Planned Parenthood health centers are two sources of reliable information.
- Offer to be there with them on the day of their appointment if they want.
- Offer other practical help — like driving them home, getting them pads, or watching their kids.
- Offer hugs.
- Remind them that there’s no right or wrong way to feel about abortion. It’s OK to feel some guilt. It’s OK to feel some relief. It’s OK not to feel much at all.
- Give them space if they need it.
- Don’t tell anyone unless they ask you to. Even though abortion is nothing to be ashamed of, it’s up to them to decide who they tell, not you.
- If they’re having a really hard time, offer to help them find a professional they can talk with. The staff at their nearest Planned Parenthood health center may be able to connect them with local resources. Exhale is another great resource.
Your sister’s going to be OK. And the comfort you’re providing her is a great reminder of that.
-Emily at Planned Parenthood
Yes, People Of Faith Can Absolutely Support Planned Parenthood
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How can I support Planned Parenthood?
Someone asked us:
Love you guys!! You’ve made proper health care possible for many of the women I love, including myself. How can I help support you??
That is so amazing to hear and we love that you want to give back and support our work! There’s so many things you can do. Here are just a few of them:
- Volunteer - Got a few extra hours a week to give back to your community? Reach out to your local Planned Parenthood health center or check our listings for positions in your area.
- Spread the word - Tell your family and friends that you’ve had a great experience at Planned Parenthood. The more people who know about our services, the more people we can help.
- Donate - We know not everyone has extra cash, but if you’ve got a few bucks to spare, consider donating it! You can give once or even become a monthly donor. We appreciate it all.
- Say thank you - If you’ve had a good visit, saying “thank you” goes a long way. The health center staff work so hard, and deserve all of the high fives.
- Show off - We’ve got swag for purchase in our online store. Walk the runway. Hit the catwalk. Literally wear your Planned Parenthood pride on your sleeve.
- Share your story. - A great experience at one of our health centers makes for a great story. Share yours with us here>>
- Keep using our services - A lot of our health centers accept insurance plans. A lot our health centers offer financial aid, payment plans, or sliding scales. Sometimes you can get services for free or low cost. Keep coming back and we’ll keep providing you and the people you love the basic, affordable care that you need and deserve.
-Chelsea @ Planned Parenthood
PS. If you want to support our political work, you can learn more on the ppaction tumblr blog.
In honor of Leelah Alcorn the hashtag #RealLiveTransAdult has been created for trans teens who need hope and support.
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Planned Parenthood health centers provide lifesaving health care to millions of people every year — and they couldn’t do it without you. Support reproductive health on Giving Tuesday.
How can I complain about my experience at a health center?
Someone asked us:
love planned parenthood but what do I do if I have a complaint about a visit? :(
Our health centers have been providing health care and education for a really long time. But we’re not perfect. So if you feel that your visit didn’t quite stack up, we want to hear about it.
The best thing that you can do to make sure your concerns are heard is to follow up with the health center manager at the Planned Parenthood you visited. Give them a ring and tell them about your experience. They’ll make sure that your complaint is addressed and that you get the care you need.
(On the flip side, if you have a super-awesome-wowza experience, you can also call the health center manager and let them know. They work so hard and appreciate the love. <3)
Coming forward about a negative experience won’t just make you feel better; it’ll also help us improve things for the next person who walks in the door. So thanks for helping us further our mission and provide the best care possible – you deserve a thousand high-fives.
-Chelsea @ Planned Parenthood