Youth OUTright is a local (Asheville based) organization committed to supporting Queer and Trans youth. Their mission is: ‘to create a world in which all Queer and Trans youth are supported to realize their power and autonomy through self-determination. We help youth resist oppression by building community, healing, and growing together.”

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Planned Parenthood is a great resource for sexual health education, STI and pregnancy prevention and pregnancy planning. They also can be a resource for emergency HRT treatment if you have had a disruption with your primary care provider. You can find them by clicking here. The Swain County Health Department is also a great local resource and can be accessed here.

Vaya is your GO-TO in regards to accessing mental health resources. They act as a local management for community mental health agencies, information/resources for Medicaid, Targeted Case Management, IDD service, Supported Employment, TBI and more. They also host a 24/7 Emergency Crisis number which is 1-800-849-6127. Their website can be accessed here.

“WNCAP provides equitable access to care and reduces harm from HIV, Hepatitis C, and drug use.” They provide free STI testing, education and support, including free condoms. They also offer a free needle exchange program and follow a harm reduction strategies to support those in all stages of recovery.

You can access their website by clicking here.

Restoration House provides emergency shelter, help with housing, connection to health care, case management and food distribution here in Bryson City. They are open M-F, 10 am to 2 p.m. Access their page here.

Tranzmission provides education, advocacy, and support for non-binary and transgender people in Western Carolina. They offer Youth and Family Programs, support for changing your name, and a Transformers Support Group. Read more here.

The Giving Spoon is a local ‘soup kitchen’. They provide free meals on Monday and Thursday from 3 pm. to 5:15 p.m. Meals can be delivered to your home or picked up at the Bryson City Presbyterian Church. For more information about ways to volunteer, donate or receive assistance check their website here.

NAMI provides education about and works to reduce the stigma around mental health needs. You can access their website to learn more. They offer support groups, trainings and a helpline. You can call 1-800-950-6224 M-F 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. or text Helpline to 62640. There is a local NAMI group which meets out of Franklin. You can call them at 347-1351 for more information.

The Trevor Project aims to save the lives of Queer and Trans youth by providing 24/7 support. Their website has more information. They operate a 24/7 hotline by calling 1-866-488-7386. You can also text 678-678.

If you, or someone you know, is in a crisis or thinking about suicide- please call 988 for free, confidential and 24/7 support. Counselors are available to listen and can connect you to additional resources if needed.

¡Los servicios de texto y chat de 988 Lifeline ya están disponibles en español! Haga clic aquí para obtener información sobre cómo acceder a todos los servicios en español.

Domestic Violence and unhealthy relationships affect 1-4 relationships- including teen relationships. This site contains information about how to assess if your relationship is unhealthy, if you need resources to end the relationship or support others. You can text LOVEIS to 22522 for help.

Learn more about new voter registration rules and requirements by clicking on their website here.

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