Here is a list of supports and services for LGBTQI+ people in West Cork, for adults and youth:
These resources aim to provide support, advocacy, and information for LGBTQI+ individuals in West Cork, including specific services for transgender people, youth, and crisis intervention. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, contacting these organizations directly is recommended.
Local and National LGBTQI+ Supports
- LGBT Ireland
- Provides support, information, and advocacy for LGBTQI+ people.
- LGBT Helpline:
- Phone: 1890 929 539 (Monday to Thursday, 6:30pm - 10pm and Friday, 4pm - 10pm)
- Text: LGBTI+ to 086 1800 280 (standard message rates apply)
- Website: lgbt.ie
- Cork Gay Project
- Offers support services, information, and social events for LGBTQI+ people in Cork and surrounding areas.
- Cork Gay Project:
- Address: 4 South Terrace, Cork City
- Phone: 021 430 0430
- Website: corkgayproject.ie
Trans-Specific Services
- TENI - Transgender Equality Network Ireland
- Provides support, advocacy, and information for transgender people and their families.
- TENI Support Line:
- Phone: 01 907 3707 (Monday to Friday, 10am - 6pm)
- Email: info@teni.ie
- Website: teni.ie
Youth-Specific Services
- BelongTo
- National organization supporting LGBTQI+ young people through youth groups, information, and advocacy.
- BelongTo Youth Service:
- Phone: 01 670 6223
- Email: info@belongto.org
- Website: belongto.org
- Jigsaw Cork
- Provides mental health support and information for young people, including LGBTQI+ youth.
- Jigsaw Cork:
- Phone: 021 245 250
- Email: cork@jigsaw.ie
- Website: jigsaw.ie/cork
- Rainbow Folx at The Shack Clonakilty
- Community space and support network for LGBTQI+ youth and allies (up to 18 yrs)in Clonakilty, offering a safe space, events and social gatherings.
- Rainbow Folx at The Shack Clonakilty:
- Address: Clonakilty youth Centre, Deasy's Carpark , Clonakilty
Crisis Helplines
- Samaritans Ireland
- Provides emotional support for anyone in distress, including LGBTQI+ individuals.
- Samaritans Helpline:
- Phone: 116 123 (24-hour service)
- Email: jo@samaritans.ie
- Website: samaritans.org
- Pieta House
- Offers crisis intervention and support for those experiencing suicidal ideation or self-harm.
- Pieta House Helpline:
- Freephone: 1800 247 247
- Text: HELP to 51444 (standard message rates apply)
- Website: pieta.ie
Additional Resources
- HSE LGBT Liaison Officers
- Available in some hospitals to support LGBTQI+ individuals accessing healthcare.
- HSE Cork:
- Contact local HSE services for more information.
- Citizens Information
- Provides information on rights and services for LGBTQI+ individuals.
- Citizens Information Centre:
- Address: Check local listings for the nearest center.
- Phone: 0761 07 7780
- Website: citizensinformation.ie