LGBTQ+ Veteran Care
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VHA) is committed to providing quality care to all Veterans inclusive of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (LGBTQ+) Veterans. Excellent care has no boundaries.
LGBTQ+
LGBT refers to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender identities. The ‘Q’ refers to queer identities, as well as those who are questioning their sexual orientation and/or gender identity. The + sign is meant to be inclusive of sexual orientations and gender identities beyond LGBT, including pansexual, asexual, agender, gender non-conforming, gender diverse, nonbinary, gender neutral and other identities.
The Birmingham VA Health Care System seeks to promote the health, welfare, and dignity of LGBTQ+ Veterans and their families. We are committed to making sensitive and high-quality health care accessible. Our employees are prepared to provide personalized, patient-centered care in a safe, affirming, and welcoming environment.
Cathy Prellwitz
Clinical Social Worker
VA Birmingham health care
Phone: 205-306-1078
Email: Cathy.Prellwitz@va.gov
Gabrielle Metz
Clinical Social Worker
VA Birmingham health care
Phone: (205) 933-8101 ext. 336637
Email: gabrielle.metz@va.gov
LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator (VCC) Program
Every VA facility has a local LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator (VCC) who can connect you with services and help you navigate specialized resources.
Health Information
To learn important information about the unique health risks of LGBTQ+ Veterans, download these relevant fact sheets. Here you can also find information about relevant services offered by VA.
Gay, Bisexual, and Queer Men Health Care Fact Sheet
Lesbian, Bisexual, and Queer Women Health Care Fact Sheet
Transgender Women and Gender Diverse Veteran Health Care Fact Sheet
Transgender Men and Gender Diverse Veteran Health Care Fact Sheet