Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation

Crisis & Suicide Support · Alaska · Free

Mental health resources for the Black community including LGBTQ+ people, founded by Taraji P. Henson. Built for moments when you can't call a regular hotline — counselors are trained in LGBTQ+ identity and family rejection trauma. Chat and text options are available alongside phone for people who can't speak out loud safely. Trans crisis volume spikes around bathroom bills, election cycles, and family holidays — these lines staff up for surges. All services free of charge to LGBTQ+ Alaska residents...

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Address: Nationwide

Hours: Online

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