Resource Center
Disclaimer: We are providing some of this information based on suggestions and recommendations, so information may not always be up-to-date. References are not vetted by Dutchess Pride or its staff. Please contact us if you find any issues with any of these resources.
Community Connections
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![Flyer for Sober Over The Rainbow text details about meeting times, location, and contact information, with rainbow flags and rainbow city skyline illustrations.]()
Sober Over The Rainbow
LGBTQ+ inclusive peer led recovery support group. This group meets at the Pride Center Sundays at 8:00pm.
Poughkeepsie, NY
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![Illustrated landscape of Hudson Valley with mountains, sky, water, and a winding white path.]()
Trans Closet of the Hudson Valley
Trans-led, trans-affirming. Clothes & resources for the trans community in NY’s HV without question or cost.
Poughkeepsie, NY
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![Logo of the town of Stanford Pride, established in 2022, featuring colorful wheat stalks above the text.]()
Town of Stanford Pride
Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride in the Town of Stanford, NY since 2022.
Stanfordville, NY
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![A circular logo with a rainbow-colored inner design and a black outer ring. The outer ring has the text 'BE CHOOSE KHOOK · PRIDE' at the top and 'EST. 2023' at the bottom.]()
BeckHook Pride
BeckHook Pride supports our local LGBTQIA+ community with events in safe, supportive spaces.
Red Hook, NY | Rhinebeck, NY
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![Logo for Hudson Valley LGBTQ+ Community Center featuring colorful letters L, G, B, T, Q plus.]()
Hudson Valley LGBTQ+ Community Center
The Center provides services, programs, events, and professional resources to unite the LGBTQ+ community across lines of age, race, gender, and economics since their founding in 2005.
Kingston, NY
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New Paltz Pride Coalition
The New Paltz Pride Coalition is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive space for members of the local LGBTQ+ community and their families to celebrate themselves, find support, and attend events with likeminded people.
New Paltz, NY
Physicians & Primary Care
Therapists & Counselors
Spiritual Resources
Trans Resources
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Chest Binding Tips
Chest Binding Tips from HelloClue.com
Chest Binding via TransGuys.com
Safe Chest Binding from the Cleveland Clinic
A Parent’s Guide to Buying a Chest Binder for your Child from Point of Pride
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How to Tuck Safely
Tucking Tips from Healthline.com
Finding a Trans-Friendly OBGYN (also a link to finding queer friendly doctors)
A Parent’s Guide to Buying Femme Shapewear for your Child from Point of Pride
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Local Organizations
The Trans Closet is an organization that provides free clothing for trans and non-binary people
Trans Lifeline is a hotline specifically to support trans people
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Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Masculizing Hormone Therapy (testosterone)
Feminizing Hormone Therapy (estrogen)
For Youth
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LGBTQ+ Students - Know Your Rights
Student rights from the New York Civil Liberties Union
Student rights from the American Civil Liberties Union
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Other Resources
Resources for LGBTQ+ Teens from Planned Parenthood
For Parents
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Family Organizations
PFLAG is an organization that aims to create a safe space for LGBTQ people and their families
PFLAG Kingston Information
Family Equality is an organization looking to improve the lives and legal equality of LGBTQ+ people and their families
Gender Spectrum is an organization looking to create gender-inclusive spaces for children and teens
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Coming Out Tips
Here are some tips on how to help parents with their child coming out
How to be an Askable Parent via Advocates for Youth
Legal Resources
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Dutchess County Family Court
Courthouse Address:
50 Market St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
P: 845-431-1850 | F: 845-486-2510
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A Guide to Name Changes in New York
Basics with the NY Court System
Official Identification Document Changes
Interactive Website with a Step-by-Step Guide
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Gender Marker Changes
Changing your gender marker on birth certificate for each state
Frequently Asked Questions for changing your gender marker on a U.S. passport.
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Joseph & Norinsberg LLC
Law firm which advocates for those who have been victims of workplace LGBTQ+ discrimination.
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Legal Organizations
Other Legal Organizations:
General Resources
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National Advocacy Groups
GLSEN works to create inclusive school environments for LGBTQ+ people
The Trevor Project is a 24 hour suicide hotline for LGBTQ+ youth
It Gets Better Project is a non-profit looking to uplift LGBTQ+ youth through storytelling and community building
GLAAD aims to change the narrative of LGBTQ+ acceptance
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NY Advocacy Groups
Equality New York is an organization advocating for justice for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers
The New York State Transgender Advocacy Group is an organization that advocates for policies which benefit transgender, gender non-conforming , and non-binary people
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People Usa
New Warmline number, a direct number dedicated to expanding access to compassionate, non-crisis emotional support for our community.
The Warmline is staffed by trained peer specialists—individuals with lived experience—who offer understanding, connection, and support to anyone who may be feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or in need of someone to talk to. This is not a crisis line: it’s a place for conversation, encouragement, and shared understanding.
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Free Confidential STI Screenings
Provided by Cornerstone Family Healthcare and hosted at the Dutchess County Pride Center. Completely free of charge, just ensure you make an appointment on their website.