Meet Lennox
Lennox's story
HRT Access Fund recipient
Lennox (he/they) is a 28-year-old transmasculine person seeking access to HRT after facing housing insecurity, unemployment, and financial limitations. Despite efforts to fundraise, affording testosterone has remained out of reach.
Passionate about helping others, Lennox works with kids as a swim instructor and is also a student studying Marine Resource Management. In their free time, they enjoy cooking and playing video games. For Lennox, starting HRT represents both physical and emotional change—developing characteristics such as a deeper voice and facial hair, and feeling more at ease in their own skin. “This opportunity should bring me to a place where I feel more at ease,” they shared.
Lennox's timeline
Grant details
$1,320 towards gender-affirming care.
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About Testosterone+
On average, it costs $1,200+/year for Lennox'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.