Gender Affirming Care

Western North Carolina Community Health Services is committed to being an LGBTQIA+ friendly organization, providing culturally competent and effective care tailored to the diverse needs of this community. Our services include specialized care for transgender and nonbinary individuals, delivered in an environment that is both welcoming and supportive. Since 2007, we have been at the forefront of offering high-quality health services that respect the dignity of each patient and recognize the unique health care needs of the LGBTQIA+ community.

WNCCHS primary care providers follow World Professional Association of Transgender Health (WPATH) Standards of Care and Endocrine Society Guidelines for gender-affirming care.

Request an Appointment

Appointments can be requested by calling (828) 285-0622.

LGBTQ+ Health Coordinator

Phone: 828-285-0622 Ext. 2100 Email: TransHealth@wncchs.org

GENDER AFFIRMING CARE SERVICES:

Hormone Therapy

Preventative Care

Nutrition Support

Prevention & Wellness

Laboratory

Affordable Medications

Reproductive Health

Primary Medical Care

Behavioral Health

Health Education

Routine Tests & Screening

On-Site Pharmacy

Referrals for Specialists (Specialists, Surgery, Therapy, Legal, etc.)

Referrals to Support Care (Carry Letters, Gender Marker Changes, Name Change Assistance, Letters of Support for Surgery, etc.)

Transition Assistance Program (TAP) - income-based financial assistance for HRT

LGBTQ+ Emergency Housing Assistance

Service availability varies by location. If your local location does not offer a service needed, a medical scheduler can help locate one nearby that does.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Please contact our Transgender Health Program Coordinator:
Phone: 828-285-0622 Ext. 2100 | Email: TransHealth@wncchs.org
We accept most major insurance, including Medicaid and Medicare.
The cost of your appointment will vary based on your tier of our Sliding Discount program, your health insurance status, and the services provided. Your Sliding Scale tier is based on your income and family size.

We also have a Transition Assistance Program (TAP) income-based financial assistance for HRT available.
Yes, we are accepting new patients at this time.
Please be aware that gender-affirming hormone therapy for minors is currently limited in North Carolina per House Bill 808. Minors who initiated gender affirming care prior to August 2023 can continue to receive hormone therapy and puberty-blocking medications, but new initiation of puberty blocking medications or hormone therapy is currently restricted for minors within North Carolina.

However, resources and information are available for families of trans youth who do not meet these criteria.

Please contact (828) 285-0622 Ext 2100 or email transhealth@wncchs.org to learn more. WNCCHS also continues to provide primary care and counseling services for trans youth and remains committed to affirming and serving trans people of all ages. Please contact us to learn more.