Penny Lane Center’s LGBTQ+ Programs are designed to help LGBTQ+ youth and their families find the support they need, while helping to create safe and welcoming spaces.
Penny Lane’s Embracing Identities program is designed to help meet the needs of LGBTQ+ Transitional Age Youth (TAY) – ages 16-25 years old through support groups, case management, and trainings.
Our support groups provide a safe and supportive environment where young people can connect with others who share similar experiences. In addition to youth support groups, the program also offers family support, which helps family members better understand and support their LGBTQ+ loved ones.
Embracing Identities case management provides referrals and linkages to other community resources, including mental health, housing support, and gender-affirming care.
We also recognize the importance of community education and empowerment. The program offers workshops and LGBTQ+ Toolkit Trainings to promote understanding and acceptance for all.
Embracing Identities covers Service Areas 1, 2, 3, &7 – including the Antelope Valley, the San Fernando Valley, the San Gabriel Valley, and the East LA area.
Penny Lane’s Tailored Services to Youth (TSY) Program was created with the unique needs of LGBTQ+ youth and young adults in mind, and is open to all youth ages 5-21 with an open DCFS case. The program offers mentorship, case management and linkage services, and mental health support for both youth and their families.
By connecting youth to affirming services and supports, the TSY Program helps improve outcomes for youth in care. These services are designed to build protective factors, strengthen community ties, and promote long-term stability and well-being.
Penny Lane’s TSY Program serves DCFS clients in Service Areas 1, 2, 7, and 8 – including the Antelope Valley, San Fernando Valley, East Los Angeles, and Long Beach.
Consider donating directly to our LGBTQ+ Programs and help an LGBTQ+ youth in need. Every dollar counts.
