Welcome to Joanie's Place!
What We Do
Individual Services
Individual Services
Individual Services
Joanie's Place has designated clinicians who specialize and are trained in working with LGBTQ+ people. We service children and adults through individual counseling services. We also provide support letters for gender affirming surgery pending assessment. You can use the information below to place a referral.
Community Events
Individual Services
Individual Services
Joanie's Place offers an array of community events, including the first-ever LGBTQ+ Inclusive Prom for youth in Fall River! We also host monthly social events to give youth the opportunity to connect with one another. We encourage you to follow us on social media and check out the calendar below for updates!
Group Programs
Educational Initiatives
Educational Initiatives
We offer group support groups for youth and young adults, including an LGBTQ+ Empowerment Group, Gender Support Group, and an LGBTQ+ Resilience Group. We also facilitate after-school GSA programs, prioritizing community, education and building resilience. Check out the calendar below for more information on upcoming groups and opportunities to join in on the fun!
Educational Initiatives
Educational Initiatives
Educational Initiatives
Joanie's Place offers trainings pertaining to education about the LGBTQ+ community in schools and service agencies. Our current offerings for trainings include:
- LGBTQ+ 101
- Understanding Gender
- How to Create Affirming Spaces for LGBTQ+ Clients
All presentations can be modified to suit the needs of the agency and/or school we are presenting at. Interested in scheduling a training? Contact us using the information below!
Support Our Mission
Here at Joanie's Place, we are so proud to provide a safe and supportive space for all LGBTQ+ people in Greater Fall River. The majority of our programs and events are free and/or low cost to ensure we are as accessible to the community as possible. As a fairly new program, we rely heavily on donations to facilitate our services and events. If you feel so inclined to donate, you can do so using the button below. Unable to donate? Spreading the word about us is a huge help too!
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