NOTICE • PAUSE • ACT: A GIVINGTUESDAY MOMENT, DECEMBER 1
BRING BRAIN HEALTH EDUCATION TO YOUR PEOPLE.
NOTICE • PAUSE • ACT: A GIVINGTUESDAY MOMENT, DECEMBER 1
BRING BRAIN HEALTH EDUCATION TO YOUR PEOPLE.
YOUR IDENTITY. YOUR VOICE. YOUR WELL-BEING.
Pride in Mental Well-Being
Mental well-being matters at every age, across every identity and within every community. At LaLa Speaks Foundation, we are creating spaces where LGBTQIA+ individuals feel seen, respected, supported and empowered to prioritize their mental health. You deserve to be supported, not just accepted.
Need support right now? Call or text 988, any time, day or night. In immediate danger, call 911.
OUR COMMITMENT TO THE LGBTQIA+ COMMUNITY
Mental Well-Being Without Exception
At LaLa Speaks Foundation, we believe access to mental health education, prevention resources and supportive communities should never depend on a person's identity, background or circumstances. LGBTQIA+ individuals may experience added challenges to their mental well-being, including discrimination, rejection, bullying, social isolation and barriers to affirming care.
We are addressing these challenges through education, meaningful conversations, community engagement and access to resources that promote understanding, connection and emotional well-being. Every person's experience is different, and we honor the strength, resilience and contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Through Notice. Pause. Act., we are working toward a future where everyone feels empowered to speak up, seek support and prioritize their mental well-being without fear, shame or judgment.
Our commitment to mental well-being includes every identity, every generation and every community.
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LaLa Speaks Foundation
LaLa Speaks Foundation bringing mental well-being education into community spaces.
THE MESSAGE
Notice. Pause. Act. helps people recognize emotional distress in themselves or someone they love, take it seriously and connect with affirming support. It doesn't diagnose anything. It helps people speak up and get the right help sooner.
Three steps anyone can use
Notice
Recognize the signs. Notice changes in mood, sleep or energy, pulling away from others, hopelessness or talk of self-harm, in yourself or someone you love.
Pause
Take concerns seriously. Listen without judgment and respect each person's identity. Pause should not be interpreted as delaying emergency help.
Act
Connect with affirming support. Call or text 988 any time, day or night. In immediate danger, call 911.
Our Notice. Pause. Act. infographic puts these three steps on one page you can save, print and share.
UNDERSTANDING MENTAL WELL-BEING
Understanding LGBTQIA+ Mental Well-Being
Being LGBTQIA+ is not the problem. Discrimination, rejection and isolation can take a real toll on mental health, and affirming support makes a real difference.
Recognizing Emotional Distress
Changes in mood, sleep, appetite or interest in daily life can signal that someone is struggling. Early recognition matters.
The Power of Acceptance
Family and community acceptance is one of the strongest protective factors for LGBTQIA+ mental well-being.
Breaking the Stigma
Talking openly about mental health and identity helps people seek support without fear, shame or judgment.
Building Connection
Affirming friends, mentors and community spaces reduce isolation and remind people they belong.
This page is for education and connection. It is not a substitute for professional care.
DID YOU KNOW?
Why affirming support matters
39%
of LGBTQ+ young people seriously considered suicide in the past year. Source: The Trevor Project, 2024 U.S. National Survey.
1 in 2
of LGBTQ+ young people who wanted mental health care in the past year could not get it. Source: The Trevor Project, 2024.
Under half
LGBTQ+ youth with high family support attempted suicide at less than half the rate of those with low or moderate support. Source: The Trevor Project.
24/7
Call or text 988 for free, confidential support, any time, day or night.
THE TOOLKIT
Education That Empowers. Resources That Connect.
YOUTH & FAMILY SUPPORT
You belong here
Whether you are a young person, a parent or a caregiver, you do not have to figure this out alone.
Acceptance saves lives. Using someone's name and pronouns, listening without judgment and simply showing up can make a real difference.
✓ The Trevor Project: call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678, any time, day or night.
✓ Talk with a trusted adult, school counselor or affirming health professional.
✓ Families and friends can find support, education and community through PFLAG.
✓ In immediate danger, call 911.
RESOURCES & SUPPORT
National support
Trusted national organizations offering affirming support. Also see SAGE (sageusa.org) for LGBTQ+ older adults and the LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory (lgbtqhealthcaredirectory.org) to find affirming care.
Call or text 988
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
24/7 · free and confidential
Free, confidential mental health and suicide crisis support for anyone, any time.
Call 1-866-488-7386
The Trevor Project
24/7 · or text START to 678-678
Crisis support and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ young people.
Call 877-565-8860
Trans Lifeline
Check translifeline.org for current hours
Peer support run by and for transgender people.
pflag.org
PFLAG National
Local chapters nationwide
Education, advocacy and support for LGBTQ+ people, families and allies.
RIGHT HERE AT HOME
St. Louis support
Local organizations doing meaningful work for LGBTQIA+ people and families in our region. Hours can change, so please confirm directly with each organization.
SQSH
Call 314-380-7774
thesqsh.org · directory at sqshbook.com
A peer support helpline and resource directory for the St. Louis LGBTQIA+ community. Check thesqsh.org for current hours.
Metro Trans Umbrella Group
St. Louis region
stlmetrotrans.org
Support, advocacy and community for transgender and gender expansive people across the St. Louis region.
PFLAG Greater St. Louis
Local chapter
Find the chapter through pflag.org
Support meetings, education and connection for LGBTQ+ people, families and allies.
SLU Queer & Trans Wellness Clinic
Call 314-977-2505
Ask for the QT Clinic · sliding scale
Affirming care at Morrissey Hall, Suite 1100, 3700 Lindell Blvd. Email qtclinic@health.slu.edu.
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
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Need Support Right Now?
IMMEDIATE SUPPORT
You deserve to be heard, supported and treated with dignity. If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress, thoughts of suicide or a mental health crisis, call or text 988 for free, confidential support, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For immediate danger or a life-threatening emergency, call 911. You do not have to navigate difficult moments alone.
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