Health Care Advocates International

Health Care Advocates International HCAI is a health & advocacy organization dedicated to serving the needs of the LGBTQ+ community We take our mission to heart at HCAI – and it shows.

At Health Care Advocates International (HCAI), we believe all patients should be treated equally, with the same compassion, concern, empathy, and access to quality, comprehensive healthcare. Dr. Gary Blick and the rest of the team at HCAI are dedicated to serving the unique medical needs of the LGBTQ community as well as helping to end stigma and discrimination surrounding HIV/AIDS. It is our aim to ensure your healthcare visit with us is comfortable, safe, and supportive. As an HCAI patient, you can expect a highly personalized healthcare experience by expert medical providers specially attuned to your needs.

According to GLAAD third annual ALERT Desk Report, there were 932 anti-LGBTQ incidents in 49 states and the District of ...
11/20/2025

According to GLAAD third annual ALERT Desk Report, there were 932 anti-LGBTQ incidents in 49 states and the District of Columbia (the equivalent of 2.5 incidents ever day) between May 1, 2024 and May 1, 2025. 52% of all incidents were specifically targeting transgender and gender non-conforming people. Although anti-LGBTQ incidents dropped 20% over the last year, anti-trans incidents rose 14%. 📈

This November marks the 27th Annual Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR), an international observance that honors the lives of transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals lost to violence each year. Today and every day, we choose to celebrate the lives of trans individuals and support the community on this somber day. 🕯️

👉📞 If you or someone you know is in need help, dial 988 and they will connect you with a local crisis center that provides free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For a full list of resources, visit HCAI’s website. If you need additional guidance in a non-emergency situation, do not hesitate to call HCAI at 203.345.0404.

11/18/2025

We are enhancing the patient experience! Here are a few simple steps on how you can easily access your prescriptions and securely message our staff:

• On your mobile device, visit your App Store and download the RxLocal App ✅
• Create a profile using your email and password ✅
• Add HCAI’s Koop Community Pharmacy in Stratford, CT ✅

You are now connected!

Kicking off the weekend with q***r pop icon, Chappell Roan! She isn't keeping it casual when it comes to supporting tr...
11/14/2025

Kicking off the weekend with q***r pop icon, Chappell Roan!

She isn't keeping it casual when it comes to supporting trans youth. The Midwest Princess just announced her Midwest Princess Project (named after her breakthrough debut album), and it's already raised $400,000 through her 2025 "Visions of Damsels & Other Dangerous Things" tour.

The funds are going to six organizations across NYC, LA, and her native-state, Missouri:

💖 The Le***an, Gay, Bis*xual & Transgender Community Center & Ali Forney Center (NYC)
💖 Trans Wellness Center & TransLatina Coalition (LA)
💖 The GLO Center & The Center Project (Missouri)

Now this is what a femininomenon looks like. 🏳️‍⚧️

Today begins Transgender Awareness Week 🏳️‍⚧️ In a time when conversations about the trans community can often focus on ...
11/13/2025

Today begins Transgender Awareness Week 🏳️‍⚧️

In a time when conversations about the trans community can often focus on challenges, this week reminds us to celebrate the strength, joy, and achievements of trans individuals and their allies nationwide.

Inspired by Tim Gunn’s famous phrase, she didn’t just make it work... SHE MADE HISTORY. 🏳️‍⚧️

Trans Filipina designer Veejay Floresca recently became the first trans woman to win Project Runway in the show’s 21-year history.

From watching as a child in the Philippines to standing on that runway in tears of joy, Floresca’s journey is pure resilience. She chose Mimi Tao, the first trans person to appear on Project Runway, as her finale model–and continues to be a proud advocate for equality, inclusivity, and anti-discrimination.

From Manila to international acclaim, she has shown that fashion can be a powerful tool for change. ✂️👗

Continue to follow us on social as we celebrate the trans community and our allies who consistently advocate for equality and justice for all.

Last night, we had the privilege of attending the Bridgeport Pride Center's first Community Collaboration event hosted w...
11/07/2025

Last night, we had the privilege of attending the Bridgeport Pride Center's first Community Collaboration event hosted with Kids In Crisis, The Leonard-Litz Foundation and Lighthouse, a Program of Kids In Crisis in an effort to strengthen community, connection and shared purpose.

The center provides a safe and inviting environment for any and all to feel supported and welcome. For anyone that is able to help, the Center is currently in need of volunteers and donations for their food pantry and community clothes closet.

Pictured below are members of our medical team with Bridgeport Pride Center’s Executive Director, State Representative Marcus Brown. As a member of the community, we are proud to support the medical needs of organizations driving real impact. Here’s to the relationships we are building and the important work ahead in 2026. 💙🌈

Being an ally starts with listening, learning, and showing up. Small actions can make a big impact. 🩵🩷🤍To learn more abo...
11/06/2025

Being an ally starts with listening, learning, and showing up. Small actions can make a big impact. 🩵🩷🤍

To learn more about HCAI and the different services we provide, visit our website: https://www.hcaillc.com/

November is Transgender Awareness Month, an expansion of what was once a week-long observance. Follow us as we dive into...
11/04/2025

November is Transgender Awareness Month, an expansion of what was once a week-long observance. Follow us as we dive into the stories, struggles, and triumphs that shaped the transgender community—because you can't be an ally without understanding the journey.

What to expect this month:

🏳️‍⚧️ Featured trailblazers who paved the way for progress
🏳️‍⚧️ Histories that made a generational impact
🏳️‍⚧️ Facts that challenge misconceptions

The transgender community has always been here, fighting for visibility and rights. It's time we knew their names and their stories.

Who are the trans trailblazers who've inspired you? Drop their names below 👇 and let's celebrate the people making a difference.

🌈 LGBTQ History Month Spotlight: Kelley Robinson is breaking barriers as the first Black, q***r woman to lead the Human ...
10/31/2025

🌈 LGBTQ History Month Spotlight: Kelley Robinson is breaking barriers as the first Black, q***r woman to lead the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) — the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization.

With over 15 years of advocacy, Kelley has championed equality, racial justice, and gender equity. From historic election wins to the passage of the Respect for Marriage Act, Robinson’s leadership has driven real change.

Named to the 2024 TIME100, she continues to amplify LGBTQ+ culture, spotlight trans rights, and strengthen democracy through inclusion and visibility. 🏳️‍🌈🫶✨ (HRC, 2022)

There are various types of FDA-approved medications for PrEP. We are proud to be able to provide PrEP in all its forms. ...
10/30/2025

There are various types of FDA-approved medications for PrEP. We are proud to be able to provide PrEP in all its forms. 💊

Swipe through to learn about each option, how to take each medication, efficacy when taken as directed and any potential side effects. 💉

☎️ If you or someone you know is interested in learning more, please call us at (203) 345-0404 or visit our website for more information: https://www.hcaillc.com/medical-practice/s*xual-health

10/28/2025

The team at HCAI is here to navigate important questions about your care.

Q: What should you do if your doctor refuses to send a prescription to your pharmacy? 💊⚕️

A: You should ask them to provide a written prescription instead. A paper prescription can be taken to ANY pharmacy you choose. ✍️

If this remains a problem, you can contact the Connecticut Department of Public Health or the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection which oversee the regulation of licensed physicians and pharmacies, respectively.

☎️ Call us with questions at (203) 345-0404

Meet HCAI’s Registered Nurse, Stacey Kavanaugh-Schofield 👩🏽‍⚕️🩺 Stacey began her journey in healthcare earning a Master ...
10/28/2025

Meet HCAI’s Registered Nurse, Stacey Kavanaugh-Schofield 👩🏽‍⚕️🩺

Stacey began her journey in healthcare earning a Master of Science in Athletic Training. For over a decade she worked as both an Athletic Trainer and Personal Trainer, fostering a deep understanding of physical health and well-being, however her passion for nursing was always present. After graduation from Nursing school, Stacey worked as an inpatient nurse at Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale. 🏥

Stacey has discovered true satisfaction comes from caring for others and the ability to connect with patients and their families as well as creating a welcoming environment for all.

Stacey’s goal at HCAI is to ensure that patients feel comfortable, confident, and cared for from the moment they walk through the door. If you are interested in becoming a new patient, please reach out to us or visit our site for more information. 💗

https://www.hcaillc.com/

Safe spaces matter. 💛Launch Pad is helping unhoused young adults rest safely in affirming, LGBTQ+-inclusive shelters acr...
10/27/2025

Safe spaces matter. 💛

Launch Pad is helping unhoused young adults rest safely in affirming, LGBTQ+-inclusive shelters across their city — and we’re honored to support their mission through the HCAI Fund. 🌈

Keep an eye out — we will be announcing our next group of HCAI Fund recipients soon! 🎊

For more information on the HCAI Fund and how to apply, visit our website: https://www.hcaillc.com/advocacy-programs/grant-program

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Health Care Advocates International™ (HCAI™) was founded by Dr. Gary Blick to provide quality, state-of- the-art, caring, compassionate and comprehensive preventative primary and specialty healthcare. Dr. Blick, celebrating 30 years in the medical profession providing his own state-of- the-art, personalized medical care for the le***an, men who have s*x with men, and transgender communities, as well as for people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) and chronic hepatitis B and C infection, continues to provide his unique quality-of- care at HCAI™. Only at HCAI™ can you receive his special brand of medical care and treatment. At HCAI™, you will build a special relationship, tailored to your unique needs, with Dr. Blick’s experienced and compassionate staff composed of clinical and support staff.