Virtual 19+ LGBTQ+ Support Group (Registration Required)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Due to staffing, our regularly scheduled 19+ LGBTQ+ support group will meet virtually on Monday, January 20th from noon-1:30pm on zoom - there will be no in person group on January 22
Space is limited. Registration will close once it is full or on Sunday, January 19th, at 8pm. The zoom link will be sent to those who have registered on Monday morning.
No one will be admitted after 12pm, even if you have pre-registered, to protect the integrity of the group so please plan to log on to zoom by 11:50.
Please read the registration form carefully for guidelines specific this virtual group.
This group is an intentional community for adults to process the intersections of mental health and LGBTQ+ identity through shared lived experience. This group is peer facilitated and is not therapy.
The 19+ LGBTQ+ Support Group typically meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 6-7:30pm at Omaha ForUs, and the next in person Wednesday meeting will be on February 12th.
If you need immediate support please contact 988 or a hotline of your choosing. For additional mental health resources visit https://www.omahaforus.org/best-life-toolkit
If you have any questions please email bestlife@omahaforus.org
Omaha ForUs CLOSED
Omaha ForUs will be closed all day Tuesday, January 21st and Saturday, January 25th for Staff Development.
LGBTQ+ Gayme Night
Wanting to meet new LGBTQ+ friends over the age of 19 in a fun and casual social setting? Come on down to Omaha ForUs for our weekly LGBTQ+ Gayme Night every Thursday from 5-7pm! We will play games (both board and Jackbox), and get together in a sober, LGBTQ+ friendly space! Want to sponsor food for this event? Email info@omahaforus.org!
Omaha ForUs CLOSED
Omaha ForUs will be closed all day Tuesday, January 21st and Saturday, January 25th for Staff Development.
RESCHEDULED LGBTQ+ D&D
Are you 19+ and interested in Dungeons & Dragons? Dungeons & Dragons or D&D is a type of fantasy tabletop roleplaying game that uses dice and improvised roleplaying to provide an opportunity for any individual to create their own player and embark on fun quests (one-shots) facilitated by a dungeon master or DM. Come play D&D at Omaha ForUs typically the first and third Tuesday, but rescheduled to this week because of staff development! Character building starts at 4:30pm and space is limited. D&D starts promptly at 5pm, so come check-in between 4:15-4:45 to secure your spot. If you have never been here, you will need to budget 10 minutes for establishing yourself in our system.
Trans Inside Member Day of Action w/ Black & Pink
On January 30th from 5-7pm, this collaborative event between Omaha ForUs and Black & Pink is designed to start the year with purpose and care in honor of Trans Inside Member Day of Action on January 22nd. Participants will assist with processing letters sent to Black & Pink by incarcerated LGBTQ+ folks, many of whom are in need of community connection and affirmation.
In addition to supporting this crucial work, we’ll take time to practice wellness together — offering tools and resources to help participants ground themselves while engaging in emotional and impactful labor.
This event is a beautiful blend of mutual aid, restorative justice, and community care. Let’s uplift each other while making a meaningful impact for our LGBTQ+ siblings on the inside. 💌🏳️⚧
LGBTQ+ Book Club
Join us for the ultimate LGBTQ+ book club experience every first Saturday of the month! February’s book will be “Hunger” by Roxanne Gay! Come prepared to discuss your favorite books and recent page-turners. Always feel free to bring any book that you’re interested in discussing. This event does not have a mandatory attendance so feel free to come to any club meetings that you’re available!
LGBTQ+ D&D
Are you 19+ and interested in Dungeons & Dragons? Dungeons & Dragons or D&D is a type of fantasy tabletop roleplaying game that uses dice and improvised roleplaying to provide an opportunity for any individual to create their own player and embark on fun quests (one-shots) facilitated by a dungeon master or DM. Come play D&D at Omaha ForUs biweekly on Thursdays starting Sept 17th! Character building starts at 4:30pm and space is limited. D&D starts promptly at 5pm, so come check-in between 4:15-4:45 to secure your spot. If you have never been here, you will need to budget 10 minutes for establishing yourself in our system.
Glam Room
We invite you to “get glam” with Omaha ForUs board member and decorated national entertainer, Erin Sundberg / Faleasha Savage every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month! Learn basic sewing/creative costume styling, hair, makeup and the art of drag. Join a fun & friendly, casual atmosphere and chat with people - of all skill levels - looking to learn!
Bring your own project or start one with our limited supplies.
*Must be 19+ to attend. Bring your own hair/make-up to style
FREE STI TESTING (NUIHC)
Nebraska Urban Indian Health Coalition (NUIHC) is offering free select STI testing at Omaha ForUs! If you are 19+ and in need of a quick, free, LGBTQ+ affirming, confidential, test for select STI’s (urine test) come to Omaha ForUs every first Thursday of the month from 4-6pm! NUIHC offers free STI testing for gonorrhea & chlamydia.
LGBTQ+ Gayme Night
Wanting to meet new LGBTQ+ friends over the age of 19 in a fun and casual social setting? Come on down to Omaha ForUs for our weekly LGBTQ+ Gayme Night every Thursday from 5-7pm! We will play games (both board and Jackbox), and get together in a sober, LGBTQ+ friendly space! Want to sponsor food for this event? Email info@omahaforus.org!
19+ LGBTQ+ Support Group (Registration Required)
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
This group is an intentional community for adults to process the intersections of mental health and LGBTQ+ identity through shared lived experience. This group is peer facilitated and is not therapy.
This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 6-7:30pm at Omaha ForUs. To honor the integrity of the group process, no one will be admitted after 6pm.
This group requires registration and space is limited. Due to space limitations, only those who pre-register will be admitted to group. Each group session will have a new registration. Registration will open the Thursday before the next group at 6pm.
REGISTER AT THIS LINK (Registration opens at 6pm on Thursday, February 6th)
FREE HIV + STI TESTING (NAP)
Nebraska Aids Project (NAP) is offering free HIV + select STI testing at Omaha ForUs! If you are 19+ and in need of a quick, free, LGBTQ+ affirming, confidential, test for either HIV (blood prick) or select STI’s (urine) come to Omaha ForUs every second Thursday of the month from 4-6pm! NAP offers free STI testing for gonorrhea & chlamydia.
LGBTQ+ Valentines Day Social
Wanting to meet new LGBTQ+ folks over the age of 19 in a fun and casual social setting? Come on down to Omaha ForUs for our Valentines Day Social on Thursday, February 13th from 5-7pm! We will play games, socialize, and get together in a sober, LGBTQ+ friendly space! Want to sponsor food for this event? Email info@omahaforus.org!
LGBTQ+ Gayme Night
Wanting to meet new LGBTQ+ friends over the age of 19 in a fun and casual social setting? Come on down to Omaha ForUs for our weekly LGBTQ+ Gayme Night every Thursday from 5-7pm! We will play games (both board and Jackbox), and get together in a sober, LGBTQ+ friendly space! Want to sponsor food for this event? Email info@omahaforus.org!
Hope for Survivors Suicide Loss Survivor Support Group (Registration Required)
Hope for Survivors is a virtual support group for intentional community for LGBTQ+ adults who are grieving a suicide loss. For questions, or to register, email marthawellsne@gmail.com
Peer facilitated
Virtual
Registration required
No cost
LGBTQ+ Gayme Night
Wanting to meet new LGBTQ+ friends over the age of 19 in a fun and casual social setting? Come on down to Omaha ForUs for our weekly LGBTQ+ Gayme Night every Thursday from 5-7pm! We will play games (both board and Jackbox), and get together in a sober, LGBTQ+ friendly space! Want to sponsor food for this event? Email info@omahaforus.org!
Tabling by PLANNED PARENTHOOD
Planned Parenthood (PP) is offering free resources and information at Omaha ForUs every third Thursday from 4-6pm!
WIGS! WIGS! WIGS! A Glam Room Werkshop
We invite anyone LGBTQ+ to “get glam” every first and third Wednesday of the month!
This month on the third Wednesday, we will have a special wig event! Faleasha Savage will be teaching about how to wear wigs and proper techniques. Come get glam and learn from a pro! Please sign up by emailing at Alex@omahaforus.org.
*Must be 19+ to attend.
LGBTQ+ Gayme Night
Wanting to meet new LGBTQ+ friends over the age of 19 in a fun and casual social setting? Come on down to Omaha ForUs for our weekly LGBTQ+ Gayme Night every Thursday from 5-7pm! We will play games (both board and Jackbox), and get together in a sober, LGBTQ+ friendly space! Want to sponsor food for this event? Email info@omahaforus.org!
FREE HIV + STI TESTING (NAP)
Nebraska Aids Project (NAP) is offering free HIV + select STI testing at Omaha ForUs! If you are 19+ and in need of a quick, free, LGBTQ+ affirming, confidential, test for either HIV (blood prick) or select STI’s (urine) come to Omaha ForUs every second Thursday of the month from 4-6pm! NAP offers free STI testing for gonorrhea & chlamydia.
19+ LGBTQ+ Support Group (Registration Required)
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
This group is an intentional community for adults to process the intersections of mental health and LGBTQ+ identity through shared lived experience. This group is peer facilitated and is not therapy.
This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 6-7:30pm at Omaha ForUs. To honor the integrity of the group process, no one will be admitted after 6pm.
This group requires registration and space is limited. Due to space limitations, only those who pre-register will be admitted to group. Each group session will have a new registration. Registration will open the Thursday before the next group at 6pm.
LGBTQ+ D&D
Are you 19+ and interested in Dungeons & Dragons? Dungeons & Dragons or D&D is a type of fantasy tabletop roleplaying game that uses dice and improvised roleplaying to provide an opportunity for any individual to create their own player and embark on fun quests (one-shots) facilitated by a dungeon master or DM. Come play D&D at Omaha ForUs biweekly on Thursdays starting Sept 17th! Character building starts at 4:30pm and space is limited. D&D starts promptly at 5pm, so come check-in between 4:15-4:45 to secure your spot. If you have never been here, you will need to budget 10 minutes for establishing yourself in our system.
LGBTQ+ Book Club
Join us for the ultimate LGBTQ+ book club experience every first Saturday of the month! Come prepared to discuss your favorite books and recent page-turners. Always feel free to bring any book that you’re interested in discussing. This event does not have a mandatory attendance so feel free to come to any club meetings that you’re available!
LGBTQ+ Gayme Night
Wanting to meet new LGBTQ+ friends over the age of 19 in a fun and casual social setting? Come on down to Omaha ForUs for our weekly LGBTQ+ Gayme Night every Thursday from 5-7pm! We will play games (both board and Jackbox), and get together in a sober, LGBTQ+ friendly space! Want to sponsor food for this event? Email info@omahaforus.org!
FREE STI TESTING (NUIHC)
Nebraska Urban Indian Health Coalition (NUIHC) is offering free select STI testing at Omaha ForUs! If you are 19+ and in need of a quick, free, LGBTQ+ affirming, confidential, test for select STI’s (urine test) come to Omaha ForUs every first Thursday of the month from 4-6pm! NUIHC offers free STI testing for gonorrhea & chlamydia.
Omaha ForUs CLOSED
Omaha ForUs is CLOSED December 24th - January 1st. Donations will not be accepted We will re-open at 1pm on January 2nd.
Hope for Survivors (Registration Required)
Hope for Survivors is a digital support group for LGBTQ+ folks (ages 19+) who have experienced loss due to suicide. This group is a space for intentional community for LGBTQ+ adults who are grieving a suicide loss. For questions (or to register) email marthawellsne@gmail.com
Peer facilitated
Virtual
Registration required
No cost
LGBTQ+ Gayme Night
Wanting to meet new LGBTQ+ friends over the age of 19 in a fun and casual social setting? Come on down to Omaha ForUs for our weekly LGBTQ+ Gayme Night every Thursday from 5-7pm! We will play games (both board and Jackbox), and get together in a sober, LGBTQ+ friendly space! Want to sponsor food for this event? Email info@omahaforus.org!
FREE STI TESTING (PLANNED PARENTHOOD)
Planned Parenthood (PP) is offering free select STI testing at Omaha ForUs! If you are 19+ and in need of a quick, free, LGBTQ+ affirming, confidential, test for select STI’s (urine test) come to Omaha ForUs every third Thursday of the month from 4-6pm! Planned Parenthood offers free STI testing for gonorrhea & chlamydia.
Teen Meet-up by Proud Horizons
We are hosting gaming and arts/crafts social hours for LGBTQ+ Youth aged 13-19, hosted by trained, caring, and background-checked adult facilitators at Omaha ForUs' community center. Connect with youths just like you! Bring your friends and make new ones in our dedicated Youth Space. Food will be provided. For questions email bestlife@omahaforus.org
Holi-SLAY
Welcome to Omaha ForUs for a fabulous time of queer crafting, holi-gayming, cookie exchanging, and pot lucking! Come as you are and bring something that represents your friends and/or families holiday celebrations.
LGBTQ+ D&D
Are you 19+ and interested in Dungeons & Dragons? Dungeons & Dragons or D&D is a type of fantasy tabletop roleplaying game that uses dice and improvised roleplaying to provide an opportunity for any individual to create their own player and embark on fun quests (one-shots) facilitated by a dungeon master or DM. Come play D&D at Omaha ForUs biweekly on Thursdays starting Sept 17th! Character building starts at 4:30pm and space is limited. D&D starts promptly at 5pm, so come check-in between 4:15-4:45 to secure your spot. If you have never been here, you will need to budget 10 minutes for establishing yourself in our system.
Rescheduled to 12/18/24! Teen Meet-up by Proud Horizons
Due to Omaha ForUs being closed because of winter weather, this event will be rescheduled to December 18th at 6pm! Please check out that event to register!
We are hosting gaming and arts/crafts social hours for LGBTQ+ Youth aged 13-19, hosted by trained, caring, and background-checked adult facilitators at Omaha ForUs' community center. Connect with youths just like you! Bring your friends and make new ones in our dedicated Youth Space. Food will be provided. For questions email bestlife@omahaforus.org
Omaha ForUs CLOSED
Hello! Unfortunately, we will be closed today due to winter weather conditions. We will reopen Tuesday, December 17th at 1pm! Thank you and stay safe!
LGBTQ+ Gayme Night
Wanting to meet new LGBTQ+ friends over the age of 19 in a fun and casual social setting? Come on down to Omaha ForUs for our weekly LGBTQ+ Gayme Night every Thursday from 5-7pm! We will play games (both board and Jackbox), and get together in a sober, LGBTQ+ friendly space! Want to sponsor food for this event? Email info@omahaforus.org!
FREE HIV + STI TESTING (NAP)
Nebraska Aids Project (NAP) is offering free HIV + select STI testing at Omaha ForUs! If you are 19+ and in need of a quick, free, LGBTQ+ affirming, confidential, test for either HIV (blood prick) or select STI’s (urine) come to Omaha ForUs every second Thursday of the month from 4-6pm! NAP offers free STI testing for gonorrhea & chlamydia.
19+ LGBTQ+ Support Group (Registration Required)
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
This group requires registration and space is limited. Due to space limitations, only those who pre-register will be admitted to group. Each group session will have a new registration. Registration will open the Thursday before the next group at 6pm.
This group is an intentional community for adults to process the intersections of mental health and LGBTQ+ identity through shared lived experience. This group is peer facilitated and is not therapy.
This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 6-7:30pm at Omaha ForUs. To honor the integrity of the group process, no one will be admitted after 6pm.
LGBTQ+ Gayme Night
Wanting to meet new LGBTQ+ friends over the age of 19 in a fun and casual social setting? Come on down to Omaha ForUs for our weekly LGBTQ+ Gayme Night every Thursday from 5-7pm! We will play games (both board and Jackbox), and get together in a sober, LGBTQ+ friendly space! Want to sponsor food for this event? Email info@omahaforus.org!
FREE STI TESTING (NUIHC)
Nebraska Urban Indian Health Coalition (NUIHC) is offering free select STI testing at Omaha ForUs! If you are 19+ and in need of a quick, free, LGBTQ+ affirming, confidential, test for select STI’s (urine test) come to Omaha ForUs every first Thursday of the month from 4-6pm! NUIHC offers free STI testing for gonorrhea & chlamydia.
Glam Room
We invite anyone LGBTQ+ to “get glam” every first and third Wednesday of the month! Learn basic sewing/creative costume styling, hair, and makeup. Join a fun & friendly, casual atmosphere and chat with people - of all skill levels - looking to learn!
Bring your own project or start one with our limited supplies.
*Must be 13+ to attend.
LGBTQ+ D&D
Are you 19+ and interested in Dungeons & Dragons? Dungeons & Dragons or D&D is a type of fantasy tabletop roleplaying game that uses dice and improvised roleplaying to provide an opportunity for any individual to create their own player and embark on fun quests (one-shots) facilitated by a dungeon master or DM. Come play D&D at Omaha ForUs biweekly on Thursdays starting Sept 17th! Character building starts at 4:30pm and space is limited. D&D starts promptly at 5pm, so come check-in between 4:15-4:45 to secure your spot. If you have never been here, you will need to budget 10 minutes for establishing yourself in our system.
Virtual LGBTQ Support Group - Focus on election and holiday stress - Registration Required
Omaha ForUs and @outnebraska invite LGBTQ+ adults to a one-time virtual support group to process feelings related to the election and holiday season.
This is not a space to learn about policy, but rather we invite you to come and be in supportive community, with trained peer facilitators, to process your emotions.
Tuesday, December 3rd, from 2:30-4pm on Zoom.
Registration required and space is limited.
To register: https://forms.gle/qCUZA7WkkdFNGeV7A
A zoom link will be sent out on the morning of the event for those who have registered.
This group is being offered at no cost.
Questions? Email bestlife@omahaforus.org
If you or someone you know is in crisis call or text 988. In an emergency call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
OFU CLOSED
Omaha ForUs will be closed November 28th and November 29th to give staff time to be with their families. No donations will be accepted during this time frame. Omaha ForUs will re-open on November 30th at 10am!
19+ LGBTQ+ Support Group (Registration Required)
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
This group requires registration and space is limited. Due to space limitations, only those who pre-register will be admitted to group. Each group session will have a new registration. Registration will open the Thursday before the next group at 6pm.
This group is an intentional community for adults to process the intersections of mental health and LGBTQ+ identity through shared lived experience. This group is peer facilitated and is not therapy.
This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 6-7:30pm at Omaha ForUs. To honor the integrity of the group process, no one will be admitted after 6pm.