Callen-Lorde Community Health Center

12/01/2023

World AIDS Day is a time to reflect on those we have lost, on those who have been impacted, and on those who bravely fought – and are still fighting – to get access to HIV treatment. It's also a time to renew our commitment to investing in health infrastructure to support the most vulnerable members of our communities. Today and each day, we recommit ourselves to the critical work of caring for those impacted by HIV while advocating for health justice for all those outside of our doors. https://callen-lorde.org/HIV/

11/30/2023

Callen-Lorde is honored to have our COIN Clinic recognized as a 2023 World AIDS Day awardee by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Congratulations to the other awardees. https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/about/press/pr2023/health-department-releases-2022-hiv-surveillance-annual-report.page

11/30/2023

Did you know that Callen-Lorde offers FREE and AFFIRMING LGBTQ+ health care to young people aged 13-24 through our HOTT Program? Learn more at Callen-Lorder.org/HOTT

11/28/2023

It’s ! 🫶🏳️‍🌈

Help us provide life-affirming LGBTQ+ healthcare by making a tax-deductible donation at https://callen-lorde.org/give/ 

Every bit counts! Together we can create a world where every individual is seen, heard, and valued.

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11/22/2023

The holiday season can be isolating and difficult for LGBTQ+ folks. Here at Callen-Lorde, we want to let you know that we're here for you. Our partnership with Crisis Textline offers 24/7 confidential counseling via text, from wherever you are. You are not alone. 🤍💗🩵🤎🖤❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

La temporada navideña puede ser aislada y difícil para las personas LGBTQ+. Aquí en Callen-Lorde, queremos que sepas que estamos aquí para ti. Nuestra asociación con ofrece asesoramiento confidencial a través de mensajes de texto las 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana, desde cualquier lugar. Usted no está solo. 🤍💗🩵🤎🖤❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

11/20/2023

Today, on Trans Day of Remembrance, we hold in our hearts all those who have fallen victim to systemic violence, racism, and oppression, while recommitting ourselves to healing and holding space for trans lives.

11/20/2023

All Callen-Lorde locations, including pharmacies, will be CLOSED from 4:15 pm ET on Wednesday, November 22nd through Sunday, November 26th. We will resume our services on Monday, November 27th. Please plan ahead for any health needs and request refills in advance if necessary.

11/18/2023

As comes to a close, we want to shout out our pioneering program for LGBTQ Nurse Practitioners. The Keith Haring Nurse Practitioner Postgraduate Fellowship in LGBTQ+ Health is a one year, paid opportunity to become an expert in LGBTQ+ health. This fellowship the first of its kind and is now accredited! If you are interested in learning more, go to callen-lorde.org/haringfellowship. Applications open Dec 1

Applications for the 2024-25 cohort will open December 1st and close on February 1st. Sign up for email updates below or check back in December. Welcome to the Keith Haring Nurse […]

11/16/2023

Join our hiring event for licensed Social Workers (LMSW/LCSW) interested in working in an affirming LGBTQ+ community. This event will take place virtually on December 4th from 11am - 5pm ET. Learn more: Callen-Lorde.org/HiringSocialWork

Qualifications:

✨ LMSW or LCSW

✨ 1+ years of post-Master's clinical experience working with both adult individuals and groups preferred

✨ Experience working in Article 28/31 outpatient setting preferred

11/15/2023

Reminder: Mpox vacations are available. Use NYC Health's Mpox Vaccination Finder to locate the closest vaccination site to you.

Anyone of any s*xual orientation or gender identity who is at risk for mpox can get vaccinated. See below for details, including recommendations on who should get vaccinated.

11/13/2023

The Keith Haring Nurse Practitioner Postgraduate Fellowship in LGBTQ+ Health applications open December 1.

Through this fellowship, we offer a premier LGBTQ+ healthcare training program that enhances knowledge, increases compassion, and brings awareness to the healthcare barriers that LGBTQ+ communities face.

Upon completion of this training and experience, our fellows are specialized in LGBTQ+ health and utilize the skills they learn to help close the gap in health disparities for LGBTQ+ people.

Learn more about the program and how can apply at Callen-Lorde.org/Haring

11/13/2023

REMINDER: The Community Advisory Board of Callen-Lorde invites patients to join us virtually at our annual Town Hall on Tue, Nov 14th at 6 pm ET. Meet new Executive Director, Patrick McGovern, in a conversation moderated by Kimberleigh Smith & Criss Smith https://callen-lorde.org/town-hall

11/10/2023

Yesterday, on Inters*x Day of Solidarity, Governor Kathy Hochul signed a first-in-the-nation legislation which requires the New York State Department of Health to conduct a public information and outreach campaign on medically unnecessary treatments performed on inters*x individuals. We welcome this news!

11/09/2023

Thank you to The Body for this look at Callen-Lorde's Keith Haring Nurse Practitioner Postgraduate Fellowship in LGBTQ+ Health.

Callen-Lorde’s program, with funding from the Keith Haring Foundation, lets NPs dive deeper into care for q***r and trans people.

11/08/2023

Vaccine season is HERE! Have you received your Flu vaccine and updated 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccine? There's still time! Schedule with your provider today, and make sure you keep yourself and your loved ones safe this season 🌟

11/05/2023

Please join the NYC Comptroller Brad Lander, Harlem Pride, and Destination Tomorrow in celebrating on Saturday, November 18th at the Schomburg Center.

Date: Saturday, November 18, 2023
Address: The Schomburg Center in Harlem, 515 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY 10037
Time: 6:00 PM

This event promises to be a night of empowerment, education and inspiration. Dinner will be served.

11/04/2023

Check out TransAtlas— Callen-Lorde's online directory of TGNB-friendly resources and services! Search hundreds of listings, from doctors to lawyers, surgeons to self-defense and so much more. ✨⚧🏳️‍⚧️ https://transatlas.callen-lorde.org/

11/02/2023

The Community Advisory Board of Callen-Lorde invites patients to join us virtually at our annual Town Hall on Tuesday November 14th at 6 pm ET to meet our new Executive Director Patrick McGovern.

Patrick will be answering questions live in a conversation moderated by Callen-Lorde's Senior Director of Public Policy and Advocacy Kimberleigh Smith and Community Advisory Board Chair Criss Smith. https://callen-lorde.org/town-hall/

11/01/2023

Happy ! We hope you join us in honoring our TGNB communities this month 🏳️‍⚧️❤️

10/31/2023

Cutting HIV funding is cutting lives short. Tell Congress we can't afford to go backward. https://aidsunited.org/policy-action-center/the-hiv-safety-net-is-under-attack/

10/30/2023

Since the founding of Community Health Project (CHP) in 1985, the need for affirming and LGBTQ-centric care grew exponentially. With the onset of the AIDS crisis, CHP stepped up in many ways to meet the needs of our communities. This included the creation of an AIDS risk assessment program, and community-specific programs like the Le***an Health Program (LHF), Trans Health Program (THE), and Health Outreach to Teens (HOTT) program. Ultimately, these initiatives helped build the foundation of Callen-Lorde's care model: integrative, community-centric, and provided regardless of ability to pay.

10/29/2023

PrEP is for anyone. No matter who you are, no matter what your story, if you are HIV (-) YOU can take PrEP to prevent HIV. PrEPforSex.org

10/28/2023

Today is the last day to register to vote in the New York General Election!

Register or check your registration status at https://vot-er.org/act

10/26/2023

Happy *xAwarenessDay! This day is marked by the first public demonstration by inters*x people in North America. Morgan Holmes and Max Beck of Inters*x Society of North America (ISNA) were joined by allies from Trans*xual Menace and other organizations. It took place on October 26, 1996 in Boston, Massachusetts outside a conference of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Inters*x awareness is a public health issue. Today marks the fight for the rights and recognition inters*x people deserve!

10/25/2023

Anyone with breast/chest tissue may be susceptible to breast or chest cancer.

This National Breast/Chest Cancer Awareness month, we're answering some of your FAQs.

10/18/2023

"We've been waiting for this," Radix told Gay City News in an interview. "We are very optimistic about being able to roll this out to people who want it. This is not something new; doxycycline has been out for a long time."

See why Dr. Asa Radix, senior director of research and education at Callen-Lorde, welcomes new draft guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommending the use of the antibiotic doxycycline as a form of post-exposure prophylaxis (doxy PEP) to prevent the spread of bacterial s*xually transmitted infections (STIs) in the LGBTQ community amid a national rise in syphilis and gonorrhea infections.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Oct. 2 rolled out draft guidelines recommending the use of the antibiotic doxycycline as a form of

10/16/2023

Callen-Lorde is part of the health care structure of NYC and provides affirming, supportive care to patients regardless of ability to pay. Learn more about our work and services: https://callen-lorde.org/

10/15/2023

Día Nacional Latinx Para la Concientización del SIDA: hoy creamos conciencia sobre el VIH en comunidades latines e hispanes y trabajamos juntos contra el estigma, promoviendo pruebas, prevención, y tratamiento del VIH. Venga a Callen-Lorde para una prueba del VIH - gratis y no necesita una cita previa.

National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day: Today we raise awareness of HIV in Latinx and Hispanic communities and work together against stigma by promoting HIV testing, prevention, and treatment. Come to Callen-Lorde for an HIV test - free and no appointment needed.

10/13/2023

Our Health Outreach To Teens (HOTT) mobile medical unit – a fully-equipped medical vehicle with exam and counseling rooms and a group area – brings health care to young people.

Our unit will be at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month, with our next visit planned for October 23.

Find more information and the full schedule at https://callen-lorde.org/mmu

10/12/2023

🎟️🏳️‍🌈 Join Us at the Community Health Awards Gala! Get Your Tickets Today! 🏳️‍🌈🎟️

Get ready for a night of inspiration and celebration at the Community Health Awards Gala! We're thrilled to announce that tickets are now available, our auction is open and we're offering exciting sponsorship opportunities as well!

🌟 Secure Your Seat
Step into a world of elegance and empowerment. Purchase your tickets now to be part of this unforgettable evening!

🌟 Sponsorship Opportunities
Show your commitment to LGBTQ+ health and wellness. Become a sponsor and make a meaningful impact on our community. As a sponsor, you'll gain access to exclusive perks, including seats and recognition at the event.

🌟 Meet the Honorees
Celebrate the leaders, visionaries, and trailblazers in LGBTQ+ health. Join us in honoring the remarkable contributions of Billy Bean, Dominique Jackson and the New York Liberty!

🌟 Auction
Be captivated by our incredible auction. Your support will help us make a difference – even if you can't join us.

🌟 Spread the Word
Share this post, tag friends, and let's make this gala a night to remember! Together, we can empower health and enrich lives.

Don't miss out on this incredible event. Click the link in our bio to get your tickets and secure your spot at the Community Health Awards Gala. 🌈✨

10/11/2023

Happy National Coming Out Day! Coming out is more than telling someone our s*xual orientation, gender identity, or expression – it is the courageous act of introducing ourselves as deserving of the utmost care and respect. Here's to a future where everyone feels safe, respected, and healthy ❤️😻✨🌈🏳️‍⚧️🌱💛

Those of us that have ever had to “come out” know that it isn’t a one-time thing. We come out to different people, we come out as we learn more […]

10/07/2023

Flu season is around the corner – as part of your overall preventive health plan, it's important to get vaccinated, and take precautions to stay healthy.

If you are a registered patient at Callen-Lorde and need to be vaccinated, call us at (212) 271-7200 to make an appointment. If you are not a patient, call your primary care provider or visit vaccines.gov/find-vaccines to search for an immunization site. Learn more at callen-lorde.org/flu

10/06/2023

Callen-Lorde's grassroots heritage dates back over 50 years ago, with the creation of volunteer clinics that provided care to LGBTQ+ people. In 1983, these entities merged to form Community Health Project (CHP), a mostly volunteer-staffed episodic care program that housed the nation's first community-based HIV primary care clinic.

Today, we carry this tradition forward at our Callen-Lorde locations, including our newest location in Downtown Brooklyn, where we are currently accepting new patients, regardless of ability to pay.

We are proud to be a part of LGBTQ+ history and are grateful to be a part of this community.

10/05/2023

Congratulations to Dr. Asa Radix, Senior Director of Research and Education at the Callen-Lorde Community Health Center on this well-deserved Research in Action Awards.

Treatment Action Group honors researchers, activists, and leaders who are fighting with us to end HIV, HCV, and TB. We're so happy to see a member of the Callen-Lorde community celebrated through this honor this year. Learn more: https://www.treatmentactiongroup.org/support-us/riaa-2023/

10/03/2023

Thank you City & State NY for including our CEO Patrick McGovern in the 2023 Nonprofit Power 100 list. It's an honor to be included among other extraordinary leaders.

Patrick McGovern was recently named CEO of Callen-Lorde. McGovern's history of support for LGBTQ+ issues spans back to his work as CEO at Harlem United Community AIDS Center, where he supported the expansion of HIV testing in New York. McGovern takes the helm of Callen-Lorde after departing from a health care leadership role at Amida Care, helping over 17,814 patients annually.

https://www.cityandstateny.com/power-lists/2023/10/2023-nonprofit-power-100/390717/ -mcgovern

10/02/2023

🌟 Join the Excitement! 🌟 The Callen-Lorde Community Health Awards Silent Auction is LIVE! 🎉✨

You don't have to attend the gala to participate - anyone can bid on these fantastic items and make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Your support goes a long way in helping us provide vital healthcare services to LGBTQ+ communities. 🏳️‍🌈❤️

Get ready for a night of glamour and generosity as we bring you an incredible selection of auction items, including stunning art pieces 🎨, dreamy travel experiences ✈️, thrilling entertainment packages 🎶, fabulous beauty and fashion finds 💃🕺, and mouthwatering food & beverage deals 🍽️🍷!

But that's not all! Secure your spot at the gala by grabbing your tickets today. It's a night you won't want to miss, filled with joy, unity, and celebration. 🌈🥂

📆 Date: Thursday, November 2, 2023
📍 Location: Pier Sixty, Manhattan

Visit callen-lorde.org/cha to access the silent auction and purchase your gala tickets! Let's make this year's event the most memorable one yet. Together, we can make a real impact. 🌟 💕

10/01/2023

🏳️‍🌈 October commemorates LGBTQ History Month 🏳️‍⚧️

Callen-Lorde's own grassroots history begins in 1969 – just shy of 6 months after Stonewall. Two young doctors started the St. Mark's Clinic (also known as 'St. Mark's Free Clinic' and 'St. Mark's Community Clinic). The mission of the clinic was to provide free health care to young people and people in the neighborhood.

We are proud of our collective history and to be a part of the LGBTQ+ health centers across the country that help make history each and every day.

October commemorates LGBTQ History Month! Our own grassroots history begins in 1969 – just shy of 6 months after Stonewall. Two young doctors started the St. Mark’s Clinic (also known as […]

09/29/2023

September is Sexual Health Awareness Month.

Callen-Lorde's Sexual Health Clinic aims to help patients stay safe and healthy while maintaining a satisfying s*x life. We offer s*x-positive counseling, testing, diagnosis and treatment of s*xually transmitted infections and individual counseling, focused on the specific needs of the LGBTQ+ communities. Learn more: https://callen-lorde.org/s*xual-health-clinic/

09/28/2023

🌍✨ Dr. Asa Radix was on a mission in Geneva! 🤝 At the United Nations meeting last week, he was championing trans and gender diverse inclusion in the upcoming WHO Guidance on Self-Care Interventions for Health and Well-Being. 🏳️‍⚧️💪

We're incredibly proud of Dr. Radix representing Callen-Lorde, and using our place at the table to advocate for our communities, both at home and across the globe. 🌈 Let's continue pushing for positive change together! 🌟 💙🌐