HIV & Aging: Be a part of the conversation.
Do you work with seniors or adults who are HIV positive? AIDS Community Research Initiative of America is coming to Houston to see how we all can better serve our aging HIV+ population. The community is welcome to join the conversation.
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Congress Member Honors The Montrose Center
Congress Member Sheila Jackson Lee surprised us Saturday, December 1, with a Certificate of Congressional Recognition for World AIDS Day. Joel Dietz from The Montrose Center Board of Directors accepted the award, along with Community Projects Specialist Sally Huffer.
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Don't Lose Us On Facebook
Some recent changes at the social networking site have made it a little more challenging for people who have already LIKED us to see our news feed. We don’t want you to miss anything, so first, we need to make sure you’ve LIKED our nonprofit PAGE. Our nonprofit PAGE is where we post the majority of our updates.
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50,000 Thanks
That’s right! Thanks to your support, we raised more than $50,000 at our Fulfilling the Vision dinner. We take a moment to give our thanks to the many people who make our work possible.
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NEW Program for 12 & Younger LGBTIQA Youth
Recently we invited parents to come tell us whether or not they thought a Hatch program for children ages 12 and younger would be viable in Houston. The overwhelming response by parents and children was YES.
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World AIDS Day • December 1
Complications from HIV/AIDS has taken many of our good friends over the years. Every December, we pause to remember the people whose voices we will never hear again, listen to those who are coping with HIV/AIDS, and offer our ongoing support for their loved ones and caregivers. Come to the candlelight observance downtown or make a link to add to our Paper Chain of Remembrance.
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Former Hatchling Pays It Forward
If you’re ever at Pearland Town Center, stop by the Kay Jewelers and say hello to David Lindsay. He is the store manager now. David is a former Hatchling who has never forgotten the acceptance and strength he gained through Hatch, the Texas Gulf Coast’s oldest LGBTIQA youth group. Find out how David was able to give back to our organization.
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We are The Montrose Center
Montrose Counseling Center’s “outsides” are changing to match our “insides!” The unveiling of our gallant new brand took place Wednesday, October 24th. It is the result of many hands and voices, and reflects not only all that we do, but also our ongoing commitment to the empowerment of, and social justice for, Houston’s LGBT community. Changes like this take a bit of time, so bear with us as we make our transition to The Montrose Center!
Bullying: Why Is Everyone Wearing Purple?
On Friday, October 19, people will be wearing purple to show their support of Anti-Bullying Month, and more specifically, Anti-LGBT Bullying. Even our mascot, HATCHy, will be clad in Violet. It’s part of Spirit Day, organized by GLAAD, the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation.
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Fearless Medicare – November 12
When you hear the word “Medicare,” do you want to run for cover? Whether you’re qualifying for coverage the first time this October, or if you’re reviewing your current plan, this educational group is geared for those who need someone to guide them through the process.