National Coalition for the Homeless — LGBTQ+

Housing & Shelter · Pennsylvania · Free

NCH advocacy and information on LGBTQ+ homelessness, the Equal Access Rule, and shelter rights. Useful for trans women of color facing the highest rates of housing instability and violence in shelters. Most LGBTQ+ shelters accept walk-ins for intake; bring ID and any medications. LGBTQ+ youth represent 40% of homeless youth despite being 7% of the general youth population. Open at no cost to LGBTQ+ Pennsylvania residents and the people supporting them.

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Address: Nationwide

Hours: Online

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