We are here to support you on your healthcare journey with confidence and ease. OutCare’s extensive patient and community resources are specifically designed to empower LGBTQ+ individuals like you in accessing affirming healthcare, connecting with valuable resources, and finding the support you need. Whether you are seeking LGBTQ+ affirming providers, a mentor, community health services, networking opportunities, support groups, prescription savings, and much more, we are here to help. Explore the opportunities below to access our comprehensive support and valuable resources for your healthcare needs.
Patient & Community Member Resources
Empowering folx like you with affirming healthcare, resources, and support.
OutCare Resources for LGBTQ+ Folx
The OutList Provider Directory
Find LGBTQ+ affirming doctors, physicians, clinicians, and healthcare providers near you with ease. Our expansive OutList directory recognizes providers who are dedicated to providing affirming care, treatment, and services to LGBTQ+ communities. Search by location, specialty, or keyword to discover healthcare professionals who understand and respect your unique needs. Find a Provider.
LGBTQ+ Community Health Resources
Navigating healthcare resources can be challenging, but we’ve made it easier for you. Our comprehensive directory includes a wide range of LGBTQ+ healthcare resources across all 50 states. From primary care and mental health services to youth groups, shelters, support groups, and STI testing, we’ve got you covered. Find Resources.
Prescription Savings, Med Management, & Grocery Guidance
Save on prescription medications with our pharmacy savings program. Unlock discounts of up to 80% on brand-name and generic prescriptions, right at the pharmacy, without the need for insurance. Additionally, take advantage of medication management tools, nutrition and grocery guidance, and even pet prescription discounts. We’re here to help you save on your healthcare needs. Unlock Savings.
Paid Research Opportunities
Contribute to LGBTQ+ research and make a meaningful impact on healthcare outcomes. Explore our paid research opportunities and join us in driving positive change for LGBTQ+ communities. Together, let’s deepen our understanding and improve health equity. Get Paid for Research.
OutReach Support Groups
Join our free virtual OutReach support groups led by community members across the country. These sessions offer a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies to come together, share experiences, and find support. Our supportive environment promotes understanding, uplifts voices, and builds a sense of community. Check out upcoming sessions and engage with us in meaningful ways through OutReach. Get Support.
The OutCare Mentorship Program
Gain guidance and support from LGBTQ+ affirming mentors through our Mentorship Program. Whether you’re seeking assistance with school, career decisions, research pursuits, or personal growth, our mentors provide safe and welcoming spaces to help you achieve your goals. Collaborate with mentors who understand your experiences and create positive relationships for personal and professional development. Find a Mentor.
OutTalk Community Building Webinars
Engage in meaningful discussions about important topics in LGBTQ+ health equity through OutTalk. This forum brings together LGBTQ+ healthcare leaders, educators, and community members to address barriers, gaps in care, and innovative strategies to improve healthcare outcomes for LGBTQ+ communities. Join us as we explore intersectional perspectives and promote education for a more inclusive healthcare system. Join an OutTalk.
OutPosts Blog
Stay informed and up-to-date on LGBTQ+ news and healthcare issues through our OutPosts blog. Delve into articles that cover a range of topics, providing insights, perspectives, and resources that are relevant to you. Explore our engaging content to expand your knowledge and stay connected with the LGBTQ+ healthcare community. Read OutPosts.
LGBTQ+ Training
Enhance your knowledge of LGBTQ+ care and health equity through our comprehensive training programs. Led by OutCare educators, our curriculum covers a wide array of topics and learning styles to accommodate all learners. Gain the confidence to create affirming environments. Take a Training.
Testimonials
“My team that supports a highly visible client with a very engaging LGBTQ+ population attended the training with OutCare earlier in 2021. The content of the training was very much appropriate for our frontline Advocacy and Clinical teams who support the membership. Learning how unconscious bias exists, understanding the health disparities of the LGBTQ+ population, simple ways to engage with the right use of pronouns and terminology, as well as listening to develop the best plan of care for the member. The training was provided virtually over a Microsoft Teams format with visuals and Q&A sessions. The feedback from our teams is that the sessions were helpful in expanding the knowledge and getting a better sense of how to better support our LGBTQ+ population needs. Dustin has a great way of communicating and soliciting feedback from the audience with his wealth of research and knowledge.”
“Dr. Nowaskie recently provided a training to our home visiting nurses. Our site staff across the country has been raving about the experience and how much they learned. OutCare is an incredible resource that I’m looking forward to working with more in the future to continue serving ALL families with new babies and connecting them with culturally competent resources and providers in their communities.”
“As an organization that provides sexual and reproductive health care it was important to us ensure that we were providing a safe and inclusive space for all of our patients to be their true and authentic selves. OutCare provided an effective training course that increased both our staff’s confidence and competence when caring for our LGBTQ+ patients. Since the training we have begun creating new policies and adjusting current ones, as well as modifying staff training requirements. OutCare was just the start of our cultural competency journey. I would recommend this training for all organizations – not only to make an inclusive environment for clients but also for employees. I look forward to watching the continuing growth of OutCare and am proud to be LGBTQ+ Inclusive OutCare Certified.”
“We were pleased to feature Dr. Dustin Nowaskie of Outcare at our 44th Annual CME Symposium. Our attendees found him to be an extremely knowledgeable speaker that facilitated a great discussion on serving a patient population that often goes under represented. Dr. Nowaskie shared important techniques for treating patients of any identity compassionately so that they feel comfortable in opening up to their care team.”
“Dr. Nowaskie provided a consult on 2 of my medical education lectures- one regarding sexual minorities and the other on gender minorities in healthcare. He was professional, knowledgeable, shared many insightful thoughts, and did this all with lots of kindness. He was wonderful. We are fortunate he is a provider in the field. I am lucky to know him and his advocacy firsthand.”
“Dr. Dustin Nowaskie was gracious enough to give his time educating mental health professionals and behavioral health students about LGBTQ+ and mental health issues for the Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Speakers Series. His presentation is jam packed with facts and research, but delivered in an open, accessible and digestable style. User-friendly resources and tools to foster communication were offered. This presentation was much needed to elevate providers’ awareness and sensitivity to the still challenging, marginalized environment that remains today’s reality for the LGBTQ+ community. OutCare is truly an amazing resource providers can look to when striving to up their cultural competency game and increase equity in healthcare for all. Sincere thanks, Dr. Nowaskie!”
“The trainings are helpful. It helps me to stay current with issues impacting the LGBTQIA community and do a better job with our service provision. My company is a strong supporter of the LGBTQIA community. We have a significant number of employees from this community, who provide outpatient mental health for youth who identify in the LGBTQIA community and are actively recruiting foster homes that will accept youth from this community. Of course, we offer foster parents who are LGBTQIA the opportunity to foster and adopt children in need. Thank you for what you do.”
“I loved the training I just took, and am looking forward to the growth of OutCare! I am only one of a handful of mental health professionals from my city listed on OutCare and I am excited to help clients find an affirming therapist close to them!”
“Thank you for your very well-thought-out excellent presentation. I have learned so much!”
“Dr. Nowaskie provided a consult on 2 of my medical education lectures- one regarding sexual minorities and the other on gender minorities in healthcare. He was professional, knowledgeable, shared many insightful thoughts and did this all with lots of kindness. He was wonderful. We are fortunate he is a provider in the field. I am lucky to know him and his advocacy firsthand.”
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