We believe that the LGBTQ+ community plays an important role in shaping the culture and identity of our borough. However, we know that discrimination and unfair treatment can make it difficult for the LGBTQ+ community.
We're committed to treating everyone fairly and making sure everyone has the same opportunities. On this page, you can find a variety of support services for the LGBTQ+ community.
Support from the LGBT Foundation
The LGBT Foundation is a national charity dedicated to helping the LGBTQ+ community. Their services include:
- Support groups
- Sexual health services
- Domestic abuse support
- Alcohol and drug support
- Youth services
- LGBTQ+ events
Local support groups
- Asian LGBT Group: holds regular meetings and events for LGBTQ+ people of all backgrounds.
Sexual health services
- The Sexual Health Hub: specialist Sexual Health Service.
- George House Trust: confidential support and advice for people living with HIV.
- BHA for Equality: confidential sexual health services for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities.
Support for young LGBTQ+ people
- LGBT Foundation: holds regular youth sessions at Hopwood Hall College. Find out when these sessions are held by emailing enquiries@hopwood.ac.uk
- Proud Trust: find help and support services in the borough.
- Youth Service: find out when and where LGBTQ+ youth sessions are held by emailing YouthService@rochdale.gov.uk
Getting help for domestic violence and abuse
We provide domestic violence and abuse support in the borough of Rochdale. Anyone can access our support, including victims, survivors, children, people who are worried about somebody else and people who use harmful behaviour and want to change.
Mental health support