Meet Bailey
Bailey's story
Electrolysis Support Fund recipient
Bailey (she/her) is a 41-year-old Two-Spirit trans woman working to rebuild her life and live more fully as her authentic self. After navigating incarceration and the loss of her business, she is currently living in a halfway house and receiving Medicaid for the first time. Although she’s begun the process of accessing HRT through Medicaid, facial and body hair remain a major source of dysphoria and physical health challenges.
“Hair removal would relieve a ton of stress and anxiety caused by my gender dysphoria and help me feel more like the woman I am on the inside,” she shares. Bailey has experienced serious health complications from ingrown hairs in the past, including multiple surgeries and a life-threatening septic episode. Waxing and laser are financially out of reach, and frequent shaving causes painful razor bumps.
Bailey is a proud parent of five, a skilled cook, a gamer, and an admin for a large online gaming community. Despite many challenges, including the end of a 13-year marriage after coming out, she continues to pursue her truth with determination and hope. She writes, “Life throws a lot at me, but I keep going. It’s not worth it to quit trying.” Gender-affirming hair removal would be life-changing for Bailey, helping her move forward with confidence and self-love.
Bailey's timeline
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Award Granted
April 11, 2025
Bailey was awarded a grant toward permanent hair removal!
Grant details
$5,218 towards gender-affirming care.
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About Hair Removal: Femme Award
On average, it costs $2,300+ for Bailey's care.
- What is it?
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- After care
What is it?
Point of Pride provides grants to trans femme people seeking hair removal on their face, neck, or an area of the body in preparation for bottom surgery.
What is life like for a person who needs this care?
For trans femme folks, particularly trans femmes of color, access to facial hair removal often equates to safety against anti-trans violence or discrimination. It's common for applicants to note issues with employment and public safety, particularly if their facial hair is dark or thick. Electrolysis and laser hair removal services are often deemed cosmetic and therefore not covered by health insurance plans.
What is the impact of this care on the recipient’s life?
Access to hair removal often leads to a more positive emotional well-being, increased confidence, increased safety when in public, and better opportunities at employment and more.