Buckeye Health Plan supports every individual on their journey to wellness, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation. We believe in providing comprehensive care that celebrates diversity and respects the unique needs of all our members. Buckeye is not just about medical coverage. We foster a safe, affirming space where everyone can access the resources, they deserve without fear of discrimination or prejudice. We're here to empower every member of the LGBTQIA+ community to live their healthiest lives. Your health, your identity, and your well-being matter to Buckeye.
If you're seeking healthcare services, community support, or educational materials, Buckeye offers resources to empower and uplift our members. Please see below:
Cincinnati - Hamilton County
- CROSSPORT
- A not-for-profit social support organization serving transgender individuals in Greater Cincinnati and the surrounding area.
- EQUALITY Ohio
- Equality Ohio advocates and educates to achieve fair treatment and equal opportunity for all Ohioans regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.
- GLSEN Cincinnati
- The local chapter of the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network. Working for safe, respectful K-12 schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity.
- Phone: 866-934-9119
- Email: chapter@gcoh.glsen.org
- The local chapter of the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network. Working for safe, respectful K-12 schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity.
- Heartland Trans Wellness Group
- Heartland Trans* Wellness Group is a Cincinnati, Ohio based project dedicated to creating accessible, affirming community resources for Midwestern trans, queer, and LGBTQIA people.
- Address: Kennedy-Montgomery Building, 6566 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45213
- Phone: 513-549-4447
- Heartland Trans* Wellness Group is a Cincinnati, Ohio based project dedicated to creating accessible, affirming community resources for Midwestern trans, queer, and LGBTQIA people.
- HRC Cincinnati
- Human Rights Gay Cincinnati Political Action Organization that focuses on LGBTQ+ issues.
- Email: HRCCINCI@gmail.com
- Human Rights Gay Cincinnati Political Action Organization that focuses on LGBTQ+ issues.
- John Arthur Flats
- John Arthur Flats is the first LGBTQ+ friendly 55+ senior affordable housing development in Cincinnati.
- Address: 4145 Apple St, Cincinnati, OH 45223
- Phone: 513-870-8427
- John Arthur Flats is the first LGBTQ+ friendly 55+ senior affordable housing development in Cincinnati.
- Lighthouse Youth Services
- An agency dedicated to providing services to children, youth and families in need to heal and grow.
- Phone: 513-221-3350
- Ohio Lesbian Archives
- The Ohio Lesbian Archive is one of a handful of lesbian archives in the United States. Open by appointment for students or anyone for research.
- PFLAG Cincinnati
- A non-profit organization of volunteers who offer support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex individuals, families, and friends in a safe and caring environment.
TOLEDO
- Equality Toledo
- LGBTQ Resources and Social Groups
- Phone: 419-407-6225
- Address: 440 Floyd St Unit C PO Box 2659, Toledo OH 43606
- LGBTQ Resources and Social Groups
- Equitas Health
- LGBTQ Patient Empowerment Resources, Health Awareness, HIV Services and Health Care
- Phone: 419-241-9444
- Address: 3450 W Central Ave Ste 104, Toledo 43606
- LGBTQ Patient Empowerment Resources, Health Awareness, HIV Services and Health Care
- LGBTQ Toledo Social Services
- Phone: 419-360-8068
Elder Care Resources
- AARP
- SAGE: home care, adult day care, advocacy
- Phone: 908-273-5550
- Rainbow Elder Care
- Phone: 937-623-7024
Food Resources:
The Equality Toledo Community Pantry available at Collingwood Presbyterian Church,
2108 Collingwood Blvd, Toledo 43620 - 419-540-8424
Open Tuesdays from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m./ Saturdays 1 - 4:00 p.m.
AKRON
- Plexus
- LGBT & Allied Chamber of Commerce
DAYTON
- GayDayton
- Provides news, information, and references to Dayton area gay–friendly organizations and businesses.
CINCINNATI
- Cincinnati Public Library
- LGBTQIA+ and community resources
CLEVELAND
- LGBT Cleveland
- Enrich the vibrant Cleveland LGBTQ+ community and provide ample resources that allow us to grow in positive and affirming spaces
COLUMBUS – FRANKLIN COUNTY
- AIDS Healthcare Foundation
- Healthcare, Pharmacy, Food Assistance, Housing Resource
- BRAVO
- LBGTQIA+ physical, emotional, mental violence resource
- Columbus Public Health LGBTQ Initiative
- City of Columbus Initiative to close gaps of disparities affecting the LGBTQ community
- Equality Ohio
- Agency that supports inclusive laws and advocacy for LBGTQIA+ community
- Equitas Health
- Healthcare clinic supporting LGBTQ health
- GLSEN Columbus
- Support students with inclusive education
- Kaleidoscope Youth Center
- Supporting Lesbian, Bi, Gay, Trans Youth in housing, education, healthcare
- PFLAG Columbus
- Allyship agency
- Stonewall Columbus
- Providing visibility and accepting for LBGTQ youth
- TransOhio
- Ohio’s only Trans led organization