Rainbow Connection (support group for LGBTQIA+ Community, 18+)
Compass Counseling-1508 New Pinery Rd. Portage WI 53901
Call to register: (608) 745-4900
Tuesday’s from 11:30AM-1:00PM
OutReach Support Groups
In-person groups meet at OutReach LGBTQ+ Community Center (2701 International Lane, Madison, WI 53703) unless otherwise noted. Virtual groups meet by Zoom. To get the Zoom link for any meeting, please email contact person listed for that group. Hybrid groups meet with an option to join in-person at OutReach or virtually via Zoom.
Alternatives to Suicide: Queer-Specific Support Group
If you are a person that identifies as LGBTQQIA+, is 18 years or older, and experiences thoughts of suicide, has attempted, or self-harm - this is a safe space to talk openly, without fear of judgement, coercion, or unwanted interventions, this is a non-clinical, peer-led support group - a place to find healing through community.
MEETING INFO: Third Thursdays at 7 pm.
CONTACT INFO: Email: queeralt2su@gmail.com. Call: 608-255-8582 for more information.
B.O.P.P.+ (In-person)
Are you non-monosexual, fluid, or questing? Bisexual Omni Pan and Polysexuals plus (B.O.P.P.+) is a social group that provides a safe place to interact and enjoy activities with other non-monosexuals! B.O.P.P.+ (previous Bi-versity) meets once a month to enjoy various social events/activities. Email us with questions or more information.
MEETING INFO: The group meets the first Thursday of every month from 6:30pm – 8:30pm
CONTACT INFO: Email Shannon at bopp.plus.madison@gmail.com
LGBTQ+ Al-Anon 12-Step Meeting (Hybrid)
Al-Anon is peer support program for people who are relatives or friends of people who are alcoholics. If you have specific questions about Al-Anon meetings, including their format or structure, please contact LGBTQ+ AODA Advocate Linda Lenzke.
MEETING INFO: Every Tuesday at 5:30 pm. Meetings are currently hybrid, with the option to join in-person or via Zoom.
CONTACT INFO: Email: Linda at lindal@lgbtoutreach.org. Call: 608-255-8582 for more information.
LGBTQ 50+ Alliance
The LGBTQ 50+ Alliance supports and enriches the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people 50 years and older, with the goal of successfully aging. In this effort, we provide a broad array of social, educational, and support services to the LGBT Community 50+ and over, all of which are free or low-cost. Find out more at www.lgbtq50plusalliance.org.
Madison Area Transgender Association (MATA) Social/Support Group (Hybrid)
MATA and its Facebook group are only open to transgender, gender expansive, and questioning individuals ages 18 and over. Members of police, immigration authorities, or their supporters are not allowed at MATA group meetings or in the Facebook group. There is a private Facebook group where meeting reminders and zoom links are posted: https://www.facebook.com/groups/361652807337987.
MEETING INFO: The first and third Saturdays of each month from 3:00-5:00pm and the second and fourth Fridays of each month from 7:00-9:00pm.
CONTACT INFO: Email Gabe at gabel@lgbtoutreach.org
Madison Gay Men’s Forum
We gather to engage and connect with other gay and bisexual men in the community in an authentic and vulnerable way to help alleviate loneliness and isolation. We are peer-led and do not follow any one leader or teacher. This is a forum of empowerment and doesn’t ask us to believe in anything other than our own potential. The format of group meetings includes discussion of personal life challenges and goals, book studies, and sharing of experiential practices, artistries, and other member interests. Group membership is open to cisgender male and trans identities.
MEETING INFO: Every Monday at 7pm at OutReach. www.meetup.com/madison-gay-mens-meetup-group/
CONTACT INFO: Email AJ at ajh@lgbtoutreach.org.
Progress Not Perfection: LGBTQ+ Substance Use Harm Reduction Recovery Group
The objective of harm reduction is not always total abstinence, rather progress that focuses on steps to reduces harm and encourage safe use. This is a peer-support group. The only requirement for membership is a desire to recover from the harm created by alcohol and substance use.
MEETING INFO: Every Wednesday at 5:30 pm. Meetings are currently hybrid, with the option to join in-person or via Zoom.
CONTACT INFO: Email: Linda at lindal@lgbtoutreach.org. Call: 608-255-8582 for more information.