Kaleidoscope
Kaleidoscope supports LGBTQIA+/Questioning neurodivergent and neurotypical youth, young adults and their families in building healthy relationships, strong social connections and critically needed life skills. Research, as well as our anecdotal experience, reflects a rising number of neurodiverse young people also identify as LGBTQIA+. Through affirming mental health services, social support groups and life skills coaching, our mission is to help each person realize their unique potential and thrive!
about us
Kaleidoscope supports LGBTQIA+/Questioning neurodivergent and neurotypical youth, young adults and their families in building healthy relationships, strong social connections and critically needed life skills. Research, as well as our anecdotal experience, reflects a rising number of neurodiverse young people also identify as LGBTQIA+. Through affirming mental health services, social support groups and life skills coaching, our mission is to help each person realize their unique potential and thrive!
program necessity
You may be wondering why The Help Group has created a program for LGBTQ+ youth, when ours is an agency that focuses on working with young people with special needs. Research, as well as our anecdotal experience, reflect a rising number of neurodiverse young people who also identify as LGBTQ+.
services
At Kaleidoscope we offer an affirming safe space for LGBTQIA+/Questioning youth, young adults and their families. We offer mental health services, individual coaching, and education for families, parents, and communities on how to support the LGBTQIA+/Questioning.
get involved
Come be a part of the Kaleidoscope family. Our events are geared for young teens all the way to young adults. From movie nights, to poetry slams, to PRIDE club we have something for all the facets of the LGBTQIA+/Questioning community. We even have a support groups for parents, administrators, and the community to help them become better allies.
contact us
Don’t be a stranger. If you have any questions about Kaleidoscope, an event, or about any other The Help Group school or program please reach out and ask.
about us
Kaleidoscope supports LGBTQIA+/Questioning neurodivergent and neurotypical youth, young adults and their families in building healthy relationships, strong social connections and critically needed life skills. Our mission is to help each person realize their unique potential and thrive!
program necessity
You may be wondering why The Help Group has created a program for LGBTQ+ youth, when ours is an agency that focuses on working with young people with special needs. Research, as well as our anecdotal experience, reflect a rising number of neurodiverse young people who also identify as LGBTQ+.
services
At Kaleidoscope we offer an affirming safe space for LGBTQIA+/Questioning youth, young adults and their families. We offer mental health services, individual coaching, and education for families, parents, and communities on how to support the LGBTQIA+/Questioning.
get involved
Come be a part of the Kaleidoscope family. Our events are geared for young teens all the way to young adults for all the facets of the LGBTQIA+/Questioning community. We even have a support groups for parents help them become better allies.
contact us
Don’t be a stranger. If you have any questions about Kaleidoscope, an event, or about any other The Help Group school or program please reach out and ask.
kaleidoscope
Thank you for your interest in the Kaleidoscope Program! You may be asking, what is Kaleidoscope? Kaleidoscope is a program that offers support, education, and connection for LGBTQIA+/Questioning young adults and their families, including those with social, emotional and learning challenges. Kaleidoscope is grounded in the inclusive belief that every young person deserves a great future through the celebration of strengths in differences.
Why is it called Kaleidoscope? A Kaleidoscope made up of all different colors, shapes, and sizes, when turned slightly allows for a new and beautiful perspective to emerge.
The purpose of the Kaleidoscope Program is to create a space to shine light and support each uniquely beautiful perspective of LGBTQIA+/Questioning youth and young adults, in order to help them realize their potential to lead positive, productive, and rewarding lives.
SOCIAL SUPPORT GROUPS
Studies on graduation and retention rates show that participation in culturally affirming affinity groups results in increased positive outcomes
PARENT SUPPORT GROUP
LGBTQ+ youth accepted &given affirming support by their families are more likely to believe they can lead happy, productive adult lives
Affirmation
Studies show that LGBTQ+ youth who have at least one affirming adult in their life were 40% less likely to attempt suicide
Professional TRAINING
long-term presence of LGBTQ+ support groups positively impacts not only LGBTQ+ student but the entire student body
Inclusion TRAINING
being referred by only their chosen names & pronouns reduces depressive symptoms, suicidal ideation, & suicidal behavior in transgender youth
Affirmation
Studies show that LGBTQ+ youth who have at least one affirming adult in their life were 40% less likely to attempt suicide
SOCIAL SUPPORT GROUPS
Studies on graduation and retention rates show that participation in culturally affirming affinity groups results in increased positive outcomes
PARENT SUPPORT GROUP
LGBTQ+ youth accepted &given affirming support by their families are more likely to believe they can lead happy, productive adult lives
SPANISH SERVICES
NEW! Parent Group & Counseling Services now offered in Spanish.
Services
MENTAL HEALTH
SERVICES
individual & group therapy in a safe and affirming environment at affordable rates
INDIVIDUAL
COACHING
Kaleidoscope offers individual coaching to help LGBTQIA+/Questioning youth and young adults.
Social
Groups
Engage in discussions, play games, make friends, and build confidence in a facilitated, affirming environment.
Services
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
individual & group therapy in a safe and affirming environment at affordable rates
INDIVIDUAL COACHING
Kaleidoscope offers individual coaching to help LGBTQIA+/Questioning youth and young adults.
TRAINING &
PRESENTATIONS
Kaleidoscope offers education for parents, administrators, and the community to provide affirming support for LGBTQIA+/Questioning youth needed to thrive.
Social Groups
Engage in discussions, play games, make friends, and build confidence in a facilitated, affirming environment.