LGBTQIA+ Healthcare and Services
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning (LGBTQIA+) individuals are never alone on their healthcare journey at Nuvance Health®. We create a respectful and affirming environment with consideration to your sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.
Breaking Barriers: LGBTQIA+ Healthcare Equality
The healthcare needs of the LGBTQIA+ community are unique, like you. As a result of social and economic factors, many of our community members have a lesser chance of achieving their highest level of health, limiting their quality of life. We remove barriers to quality healthcare so that you can live fully.Nuvance Health has implemented a comprehensive internal and external Health Equity, Diversity & Inclusion strategy that aims to eliminate such disparities. Whether you are a patient, family member, ally or healthcare professional, we have the programs and information you need to find the right LGBTQIA+ services and support.
Nuvance Health Earns LGBTQ+ Healthcare Designation
Nuvance Health has earned the “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer” designation from the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation's 16th Healthcare Equality Index (HEI), which evaluates healthcare facilities on LGBTQ+ equity and inclusion. Among 1,065 participants, only 462 received this recognition, marking Nuvance Health’s first achievement, encompassing all seven of its hospitals across Connecticut and New York.Read more
Learn more about our internal and community-facing collaborations to serve our LGBTQIA+ community the best.
