Connecting you to LGBTQ Support
Switchboard is a charity that has been listening to, supporting and connecting lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer communities since 1975. Originally a helpline, we have grown to deliver lots of additional services by and for LGBTQ people in Sussex
Connecting you to LGBTQ Support
Switchboard is a charity that has been listening to, supporting and connecting lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer communities since 1975. Originally a helpline, we have grown to deliver lots of additional services by and for LGBTQ people in Sussex.
Our services:
Trans, Non-binary, & Intersex Social Prescribing is a service for trans, non-binary, and intersex people.
Our Dementia Project is for LGBTQ+ people with dementia or concerned about memory loss and their carers.
IRIS is a free service for LGBTQ+ refugees, asylum seekers and migrants and those questioning their sexuality and/or gender identity.
Grief Project is our peer support group for LGBTQ+ people who have experienced a bereavement.
Our Health & Inclusion project (HIP) promotes LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing and gives you the chance to have your say about healthcare and council services in Brighton and Hove.
Our Older People’s group is for those aged 50+ looking for a sense of community, support or information.
Brighton’s first LGBT-led Domestic Abuse service, supporting LGBTQ+ victims and survivors in an inclusive and affirmative community space.
From 1st Oct, our helpline will be delivered by the national Switchboard, from 10 am to 10 pm every day.
News & Events:
Event: Grief Meets: Self Care and Self-Regulation
Monday 27th April, 7 – 9pm, Zoom. This is a practical and engaging session where we’ll explore and practice some simple and effective ways to support your wellbeing and resilience. In this session, led by facilitator Chris Brown, we’ll learn a centering practice that you can use to help you… Continue Reading Event: Grief Meets: Self Care and Self-Regulation
Read MoreSwitchboard Covid-19 – Helpline and Service Update
We’re pleased to update that we are now operating our helpline service again. Due to our office closure and staff working from home we have a new helpline number which you can reach us on if you could use a friendly chat with another LGBTQ+ person: 01273 359042. This is a temporary… Continue Reading Switchboard Covid-19 – Helpline and Service Update
Read MoreCOVID-19 Helpline Update
We’re pleased to update that we are now operating our helpline service again. Due to our office closure and staff working from home we have a new helpline number which you can reach us on should you need support and a listening ear: 01273 359042. This is a temporary number… Continue Reading COVID-19 Helpline Update
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