The LOFT: LGBTQ+ Center

The LOFT is CLOSED Today to Observe MLK Jr. Day

Posted by · January 18, 2021 9:35 AM

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 18, 2021. May the words of Dr. King, one of America's great freedom fighters, inspire you to join us in the march forward as we work to turn his dream into a reality.

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Forward Together Community Conversation

Posted by · January 11, 2021 1:34 PM

Following the presidential inauguration, The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center welcomes you to connect with your community as we hold space together for conversation, reflection and support.

As the promise of the New Year continues to be challenged by political uncertainty, racial double standards, and the ravages of COVID, The LOFT encourages you to join us in the collective strength of our LGBTQ+ community.

The first part of the evening, 5:30-6:30pm, will feature C.A.L.M. (Centered At LOFT Meditation) & Queer Zen, a group meditation practice co-sponsered by Queery.

Then from 6:30-7:30pm LOFT staff will be leading a check-in on recent events including the inauguration and continue to process the aftermath of the violence that occurred on January 6th.

This conversation is presented by The LOFT's Pride In Politics program and the center's LGBTQ+ Mental Health Peer Support Group.

You are welcome to participate in both or either part of the evening. There will be a five minute break in-between sessions.

Click here to register for the Zoom Link.

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FREE HIV/STI Testing at The LOFT Provided in Partnership with HVCS

Posted by · January 10, 2021 1:38 PM

(FREE HIV/STI testing occurs the 3rd Tuesday of
every month from 5pm-8pm)

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic new procedures have been put into place to ensure the safety of you, LOFT and HVCS staff.

You must make an appointment for Jan 19th by 1pm on Jan 19th, no drop-ins will be screened that day.
Pre-screening and counseling will be done prior to the appointment by phone with an HVCS counselor.
You must answer a COVID-19 health
survey before you enter the center and have a thermal scan.
You must wear a face covering over your nose and mouth for the duration of the in-person appointment.

To start the process and make an appointment contact Jamel Gray at jgray@hudsonvalleycs.org or call (914)-785-8214

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We're Here for You

Posted by · January 09, 2021 10:20 AM

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center is here for you to connect with your community. Our Peer Support Groups are open topic whether you need to heal, process, respond or just hold space with one another.

For individual support, the center's HelpLine can be reached at #914-948-2932 x13 or info@loftgaycenter.org.

As we begin the New Year, let us move Forward Together united by light and love.

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The LOFT's TransMission Scholarship is Accepting Applications!

Posted by · January 04, 2021 1:30 PM

TransMission is a small scholarship of funds available to applicants who identify within the trans & non-binary communities to offset medical, surgical, legal, and/or social transition-related expenses which are not otherwise covered by insurance.

Applications for Cycle 1 of this scholarship are open until February 28, 2021. Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on Feb 28th to be reviewed.

Learn more about TransMission & apply online for TransMission at this link!

If you would like to donate to the TransMission Scholarship Fund click here and indicate TransMission in the
Additional Information section.

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This Week at The LOFT

Monday, January 18th

The LOFT is CLOSED today in observance of MLK Jr. Day.

Thrift Shop: Closed

Cancelled ¡Westchester, Tu Ambiente!

LGBTQ+ Knitting Circle: Virtual Meeting
7:30pm-9:00pm

Tuesday, January 19th

Office Hours: Cancelled

Thrift Shop: Closed

Spirituality Support & Discussion Group: Virtual Meeting
11:30am-1:00pm

FREE HIV/STI Testing at The LOFT
5:00pm-8:00pm
Last appointment at 7:30pm

Al-Anon (AAC): Virtual Meeting (click here for more information)
6:30pm-7:30pm

Young Adult Transgender Peer Support Group: Virtual Meeting
6:30pm-8:00pm

Meeting Weekly:
Men's Peer Support Group: Virtual Meeting
7:30pm-9:00pm

Wednesday, January 20th

Office Hours: Cancelled

Thrift Shop: Closed

20-Somethings Peer Support Group: Virtual Meeting
7:30pm-9:00pm

Writers Workshop: Virtual Meeting
7:30pm-9:00pm
Open to those who submitted work on Jan. 13th to facilitators

Thursday, January 21st

Office Hours: Cancelled

Thrift Shop: Closed

C.A.L.M (Centered at LOFT Meditation): Virtual Meeting
5:30pm-6:30pm

Forward Together Community Conversation: Virtual Meeting
6:30pm-7:30pm
This conversation is presented by The LOFT's Pride In Politics program and the center's LGBTQ+ Mental Health Peer Support Group.

Sexual Addicts Anonymous (SAA): Virtual Meeting (click here for more information)
7:00pm-8:15pm

Friday, January 22nd

Office Hours: Cancelled

Thrift Shop: Closed

Lunch with The LOFT: Virtual Meeting
12:00pm-12:45pm

Lesbian Social Network: Virtual Meeting
7:30pm-9:00pm

Saturday, January 23rd

The LOFT office is closed

Thrift Shop: Closed

Queer Community Book Club: Virtual Meeting
10:00am-11:00am

Transgender Peer Support Group: Virtual Meeting
5:30pm-7:00pm

Alcoholics Anonymous(AA): Virtual Meeting
(click here for more information)
6:00pm-7:00pm