Meet Chase
Chase's story
HRT Access Fund recipient
Chase (he/him) is a trans man from the deep south of Florida. He first came out during his freshman year of college, away from his unsupportive family. With the support of his partner and close friends, Chase began to embrace his true self and decided to pursue medically transitioning, starting with HRT.
During his senior year, Chase came out to his mother and was promptly cut off from her support. Despite this painful loss, his partner and chosen family stood by him. To make ends meet, Chase began taking art commissions while managing chronic pain and undiagnosed mental health struggles, frequent hospital visits, the weight of student loans, and the challenge of finding steady work.
Chase is an artist and storyteller at heart. He works on a webcomic with an (almost) all queer and trans cast, and is beginning his career as a drag king. He also loves playing Dungeons and Dragons with his friends. For Chase, storytelling, whether through art, fantasy, or lived experience, is essential: “Our stories need to be told, whatever form they take. Everyone has their own story, and they all deserve to be shared.”
Receiving HRT support means Chase can finally begin to align his body with his identity. He is excited for the changes, big and small, that will allow him to look and feel like himself. With this newfound confidence, Chase feels ready to take on whatever the world throws at him and live as the man he has always been.
Chase's timeline
Grant details
$1,320 towards gender-affirming care.
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About Testosterone+
On average, it costs $1,200+/year for Chase's 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.