H1N1 Information

Protect our community by protecting yourself. Children, senior citizens and People with HIV/AIDS are at risk for complications due to H1N1. By protecting yourself from the flu, you help protect those you love. Consider getting yourself vaccinated. For more information contact your local immunization clinic:

Brentwood - 925.431.2400
Concord - 925.646.5275
Pittsburg - 925.431.2400
Richmond - 510.231.2555

or call 888.959.8555

Also, consider taking precautions to keep yourself and others healthy. Wash your hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer frequently. Avoid touching  your eyes, nose, and mouth to avoid spreading germs. Sneeze and cough into your arm, your shoulder, or a tissue. And if you're sick, stay home for at  least 24 hours after symptoms of a fever have gone away.

If you have more questions/concerns regarding why you should get vaccinated, please contact the Rainbow Community Center by calling 925.692.0090 or emailing RCC@Rainbowcc.org

HIV Testing

Contact: Kas Shields, kas@rainbowcc.org

HIV testing clinic guarantees seating for the first 4 people to make an appointment.

First Friday and second Monday of the month

6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Community Mental Health Program

Program Manager: Alpha Mulugeta, MSW, alpha@rainbowcc.org

• For More Information on Mental Health Services and Referrals, Contact Alpha at 692.0090 or alpha@rainbowcc.org

RCC Social and Support Groups: All meetings are held at the center unless otherwise stated. For more information on any of the groups or services below, call us at (925) 692-0090, e-mail us at rcc@rainbowcc.org, or check the group's web page if linked.

* Women’s Group

This is a drop-in support/discussion group.

The meeting provides an opportunity to meet and become acquainted with other women, to discuss a variety of topics, and to be a part of our local LGBTIQ community.


Every Wednesday (EXCEPT the 4th Wednesday of the month)

6:30 until 8:00 p.m.

Facilitator: Clairemarut Evasco, MFT

* NEW! Women Out and About!

Women’s group will be meeting for an evening social activity, instead of the usual support/discussion group. It may be held off-site or at the Center. Please check our Women's Calendar for location and details.

Every 4th Wednesday of the month

* Brotherhood First

Young gay and bisexual men's group for men ages 21 to 35 years old; has three segments:

* * Brotherhood SkillZ

Skills Development Group

First Wednesday and third Friday of the month

7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Facilitator: Tristan Mendoza


* * Brotherhood offLiNe

Off-site Social Group

Two offSiTe events each month! Check our calendar for details!

Meeting times and locations vary. Check the RCC Calendar of Events or the RCC Facebook page for more info.

Facilitator: Jorel Quintanilla and Jeffrey Martin 


* * Brotherhood Focus

Peer Support and Discussion Group

Second and fourth Wednesday of the month

6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Facilitator: Jimmy Gale


* MANtalk

Men's Film/Discussion Group and Potluck (bring a favorite dish to share)

Second Friday of the month


7:00 pm to 9:00 pm


Facilitator: Alpha Mulugeta

* Men's HIV Support Group

Support Group for Men Living with HIV (Also Known As Monday Night Group)

Every Monday

6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Facilitator: Alpha Mulugeta

* Men's Multicultural Group

Men’s Discussion Group and Potluck

Fourth Friday of the month


7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Facilitator: Tristan Mendoza

* Men's Social Group


Meet other men for outings to plays, movies, parks and other recreational areas. Dinner at a local restaurant after activity.

Fourth Saturday of the month


Meets at 4:00 pm

Facilitator: John Duley


* Mixed AA Group

12 step meeting for LGBTQI people and allies.

Every Tuesday
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Facilitator: Wendy W. (varies)

* PFLAG

Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays; Support Group

Fourth Thursday of the month

7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Facilitators: Michelle Herrera and Bob Switzer

* Transgender Support Group

This is an all-inclusive support and discussion group for crossdressers, transsexuals and other people who identify as gender variant.

First Thursday of the month


7:00 pm to 9:00 pm


Facilitator: Donna Freeman