Improving LGBTQ+ Mental Health and Community Health by addressing LGBTQ+ health disparities and providing mental health resources for the LGBTQ community is the focus of Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation. Hugh Lane works to raise health with LGBTQ+ and HIV communities by removing systemic barriers that block LGBTQ+ individuals from attaining health equity.
We provide direct services, community and mental health resources for the LGBTQ+ community, as well as programming to connect community members.
When we work together to address LGBTQ+ health disparities through improving social determinants of health, eliminating barriers to mental and physical health care, and supporting resiliency and joy for our LGBTQ+ communities, we can build mental health and community health.
Hugh’s Kitchen
Hugh’s Kitchen provides nourishment to LGBTQ+ and HIV communities with necessities like food, hygiene products and safer sex kits. Sign up at the intake form above! And if you have any questions, feel free to e-mail us at communityhealth@hughlane.org .
Legal Services
Free, need-based civil legal aid services for LGBTQ+ and HIV community members in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Assistance for cases involving identity document support, public benefits counseling, housing support, and civil expungement of criminal records.
We also assist in connecting people with free or discounted legal aid and other support services. We are unable to take any cases involving criminal law.
We are currently experiencing a high volume of name change requests. If you are seeking a name change, our processing times are longer than usual. We may need to utilize a waitlist. If you would like information on other name change services or referral options, please contact us at: info@hughlane.org
Case Management: Physical and Mental Health Care Coordination
Available for both HIV and LGBTQ+ community members. If you’re struggling to locate or coordinate care for your mental and physical health, or to coordinate your benefits and social supports, please complete our quick intake form above.
Email us at communityhealth@hughlane.org or call us at 412-626-3325. You will hear back from our Community Health Team within 72 business hours.
LGBTQ+ Mental Health Events & Groups
Join us for a series of wellness events like mushroom foraging or kayaking. We also have chosen family events! Or ask about our support groups for people living with HIV. Just e-mail info@hughlane.org and let us know what you’re interested in. If we’re not doing it yet, we might be able to work with you to make it happen.
LGBTQ+ Seniors
Seniors regularly meet for coffee hours at Hugh Lane. There are both morning and evening groups for the early risers and the night owls. E-mail info@hughlane.org to get the details.
Additional Services
There are more services and ways to get involved in raising health with LGBTQ+ and HIV communities. Contact info@hughlane.org to ask about any of the following:
- Resource Assistance
- Tobacco Cessation & Quitline
- Advocacy & Outreach
- Community Advisory Boards
