Meet Brooks
Brooks' story
HRT Access Fund recipient
Brooks (he/him) is a 24-year-old trans man seeking access to gender affirming care. After being on Testosterone for over a year, a turbulent financial situation put Brooks at risk for homelessness and he had to stop HRT due to his financial circumstances. As time went on, Brooks looked for other avenue's to restart HRT, but restrictions on gender affirming care made getting prescribed Testosterone again feel impossible. It felt like all the progress he had made had been stripped away in one fell swoop.
Brooks cares very much for his community and advocates heavily for public amenities and education. Brooks has worked on two independent short-films, published a book, and currently works in the education sector.
Brooks received the news from Point of Pride just 4 days after his birthday. It felt like the gift to end all gifts. Not only was he receiving the gender-affirming care that seemed so out of reach for years, but it felt like we was given a part of himself back that he hadn't seen in a long time. Brooks is slowly getting back up on his feet after hard times, and now he feels like he can live his new life as the person he always was.
Brooks' timeline
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Award Granted
August 12, 2024
Brooks was awarded a grant toward HRT/GaHT!
Grant details
$975 towards gender-affirming care.
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About Testosterone+
On average, it costs $1,200+/year for Brooks' care.
- What is it?
- Accessibility
- After care
What is it?
Testosterone+ refers to the gender-affirming hormone replacement therapy (HRT) methods that some trans men, trans masc, and non-binary people take that result in physical changes which align with their gender identity. Every person's preferences and personal healthcare needs vary, so this can include oral medications, injections, and transdermal patches.
How accessible is it for trans folks to receive this care?
For trans folks who live in states most impacted by anti-trans healthcare legislation, it can be extremely difficult to find a knowledgeable, trans-affirming provider as well as access prescription medication. Many insurance plans do not cover HRT. For trans folks without insurance coverage, the ongoing out-of-pocket expense can be challenging.
What is the impact of this care on the recipient’s life?
Testosterone+ introduces a wide range of masculinizing physical, emotional, and psychological changes that align with their gender identity. This often leads to a more positive emotional well-being, increased confidence, increased safety when in public, and better opportunities at employment and more.