To our Transitions Delaware Family
Hello Beautiful People! ππ³οΈββ§οΈ
Happy July, friends! Can we just take a second to soak in how good this summer feels?
I've been sitting with so much gratitude lately β for this community, for the way you all show up for each other, every new face at Game Night, every quiet act of care that doesn't make it into a newsletter but absolutely makes a difference. You are the reason this all works.
This month feels like the perfect time to say it plainly: thank you. Thank you for trusting this space. Thank you for being unapologetically yourselves. Thank you for showing up for our events, our partners, and for each other, even on the busy days.
It's easy to focus on what's next β the next event, the next milestone, the next thing to build. But today I just want to celebrate what already is. A community that holds space for joy AND struggle. A community that shows up for Cause4Cuts, for Sean's House, for each other's wins big and small. A community that keeps growing because every single one of you keeps choosing to be part of it.
Summer has a way of reminding us to celebrate the good stuff, and there is SO much good stuff happening right now β new connections forming, new chances to gather and just enjoy being together in the sunshine.
So as you read through what's coming up this month, I hope you feel how much you're appreciated. Not just as a "member" of something, but as a genuinely vital part of this chosen family.
Keep shining, keep showing up, keep being exactly who you are. This community is brighter because of you. βοΈπ³οΈββ§οΈ
Here's to a beautiful July,
TRANSITIONS DELAWARE
PRACTICE NEWS
Fun news to share β DETV featured Rev. Karla alongside our partners at CAMP Rehoboth for Pride month! ππ³οΈββ§οΈ Thank you, DETV, for the spotlight and for celebrating our community. Grab your coffee and have a listen.
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Exciting news! π Please join us in welcoming Jess to the Transitions Delaware team! We feel so lucky to have her expertise and energy added to our practice. Jess is already jumping right in with a brand new group β details below!
βContact Us Linkβ
Confused about Insurance?
Not sure how to sign up for Medicaid? Insurance can be confusing and frustratingβwe get it.
Need assistance? Contact our office-we can help!
Monthly Expressive ART Group is back for July!!
Let your therapist know if you want to join!!
βThank you for coming to GAME NIGHT!!
Our Trans Group is going strong - feel free to drop in!!
"The CAMPFIRE"
Kicks off on July 10th
This group for the kiddos 6-12, or siblings of clients or parents that have kids this age. Our Awesome therapist Maggie will be running this group.
(There we will be separate room for Reverse Daycare where you can drop your Parents)
Join us!
NEW GROUP Alert
"Queering Recovery"
You can register here: https://transitionsde.com/contact-us-queering-recovery/β
Rev Karla will be a presenter once again at the EMDRIA conference 2026.
Coming soon
NEW FEATURED LOCAL ARTIST
We believe in using our platform to lift up local queer artists and amplify their voices.
117zone
"I'm 117zone/Val! I'm a transmasc merch artist and comic creator! I aim to make aesthetic additions to your life with my merch, with nice looking but also useful things like banners for your pins, bookmarks, washi tape for notebooks, pouches, and more. I also make comics for adults, putting out what I want to see more of, gay men in relationships and trans men in those same relationships, and cool fantasy stuff. I have more stuff for your home and stationary collection on my webstore: https://www.etsy.com/shop/117zone so give it a look if you didn't see something you wanted! If you want custom art for something, you can always drop in on my portfolio to see about an art commission or look at my other works on my web zone: https://home.117.zone/ "
Now available in the Building!
Previously Featured Artists to follow:
Ray Reinsfelder: https://www.instagram.com/rites_of_annihilation/β
Hani: https://www.instagram.com/hanimadethatβ
Playful Pinz: www.Etsy.com/shop/PlayfulPinzβ
π¦ Pantry Cabinet! π¦
π Open to all clients and loved ones who need support
π Free groceries available
π Cabinet inside front door
"Be_The_1 Updates"
** BE_The_1 Partner News and Events - Mark your Calendars**
Sean's House Big Event!!
π Join us for a fun-filled Volleyball Tournament the whole family can enjoyβall while supporting an incredible cause!
The teams at SL24 Unlocke the Light and Sean's House are making a real difference in our community through their commitment to mental health awareness and suicide prevention. We're proud to partner with them.
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Event Details: [Event Link]
π Can't make the tournament? You can still support their important mission by donating here: [Donation Link].
Come cheer on the teams, connect with the community, and help support a cause that changes lives. π
CAUSE4CUTS and Linda are baaack!!
BE_The_1 Partners: Linda - Dirty Apples - TransitionsDE, AlchemizeMe, CCarts, and Sean's House Working together
follow for more details https://www.instagram.com/cause4cuts/β
Video of last years event - sign up sheet coming soon.
βCLICK HEREβ
"JOY Snapshot"
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Recently, we received a desperate call from someone in the Sussex County community who found Transitions Delaware through word of mouth. They were looking for affirming mental health care and clothing that matched who they are.
We were able to connect them with the therapy they needed and provide several items from our Affirming Closet. While we didn't have everything they needed, we knew exactly who to call.
Last year, we had the opportunity to connect with Phoenix Used Clothing, and they immediately stepped in to help. Without hesitation, they provided the clothing our community member needed. Their team was compassionate, responsive, and truly ready to make a difference.
We are so grateful for community partners like Phoenix Used Clothing who remind us that kindness and collaboration can change someone's dayβand sometimes, their life.
If you're looking for a place to donate clothing or recycle textiles, please keep Phoenix Used Clothing in mind. Your donations help organizations like ours support people when they need it most.
Thank you Babita and team!! ππ
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π§ π MENTAL HEALTH DATES ππ§
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π National BIPOC Mental Health Month (all month)
- Formerly known as Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, this observance highlights mental health equity and access to culturally responsive care.
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π Disability Pride Month (all month)
- Celebrates people with disabilities, promotes inclusion, and recognizes the importance of mental health and accessibility.
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π National Bereaved Parents Awareness Month (all month)
- Supports parents and families grieving the loss of a child.
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π July 24 β International Self-Care Day
- Encourages daily habits that support physical and mental well-being.
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π΅π΄ July 26 β National Disability Independence Day (U.S.)
- Commemorates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and celebrates independence, inclusion, and accessibility.
- π July 30 β International Day of Friendship
ππ³οΈββ§οΈ LGBTQ+ DATES TO CELEBRATE π³οΈββ§οΈπ
βοΈ July 2 β Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act (1964)
- While not exclusively LGBTQ+, it's an opportunity to reflect on the ongoing work toward equality and inclusion for all marginalized communities.
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π July 14 β International Non-Binary People's Day
- Celebrates non-binary identities and raises awareness of the experiences of non-binary people.
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π July 16 β International Drag Day
- Celebrates drag artists and recognizes drag as an important form of LGBTQ+ art, culture, and expression.
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β§οΈ July 26 β Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- A chance to recognize intersectionality and celebrate LGBTQ+ people living with disabilities while advocating for accessible, affirming spaces.
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π€ July 30 β International Day of Friendship
- Highlight the importance of chosen family, community, and supportive relationships within the LGBTQ+ community.
π³οΈββ§οΈππ Every day in July is a celebration of YOU πππ³οΈββ§οΈ
Community ASK
If you are looking for a place to donate please consider Phoenix Used Clothing
Contact LINKβ
βCLICK HERE FORβ
β LGBT COMMUNITYRESOURCESβ
***If you know a GSA that is interested in guest speakers - Email us at info@transitionsde.com and we can arrange a visit.***
**We have Free Notary Services for clients and loved ones**
Self-Care Spotlight:
βJuly is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month β a time dedicated to the unique mental health needs of communities of color. For so many in our community who live at the intersection of being LGBTQ+ AND a person of color, self-care isn't a luxury. It's survival, and it's resistance.
This month, our spotlight is on permission. Permission to rest before you've earned it. Permission to say no without a three-paragraph explanation. Permission to take up space in a world that often asks you to shrink, explain, or justify your existence twice over.
So much of what we hear about self-care implies productivity β drink more water so you can do more, sleep better so you can perform better. But real self-care isn't about optimizing yourself for everyone else's benefit. It's about tending to you, simply because you matter β fully, intersectionally, exactly as you are.
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