Meet Jone
Jone's story
HRT Access Fund recipient
Jone (she/her) is a trans woman living in Kentucky, where recent legislation has eliminated Medicaid coverage for HRT and created months-long waitlists for care. Even when she’s been able to schedule, local providers have denied her services because of her gender.
On top of these systemic barriers, Jone faces financial challenges. After giving birth to her child in 2023, her employer refused to reinstate her position when parental leave ended. Since then, she’s struggled to secure steady work while also caring for her baby and supporting her mother. Without income or access to assistance programs, she’s been borrowing money to get by, leaving little possibility of affording gender-affirming care.
Despite these hardships, Jone holds onto her vision of transition and stability for herself and her family. “It seems to me like my transition is becoming impossible,” she wrote. Support for HRT would offer her a vital chance to move forward with dignity, well-being, and hope.
Jone's timeline
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Award Granted
August 17, 2025
Jone has been granted an HRT Access Fund award! -
HRT Onboarding Date
September 1, 2025
Jone has been onboarded by their HRT Provider!
Grant details
$1,320 towards gender-affirming care.
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About Estrogen+
On average, it costs $1,700+/year for Jone's care.
- What is it?
- Accessibility
- After care
What is it?
Estrogen+ refers to the gender-affirming hormone replacement therapy (HRT) methods that some trans women, trans femme, 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?
Estogen+ introduces a wide range of feminizing 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.