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Unread 06-17-2007, 03:17 PM
 
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Default Is Prescott/Prescott Valley GLBT friendly?

I am a 25 year old lesbian who is planning a move out west. My partner of 4 years and I are looking to move to either Arizona or New Mexico. We are strongly considering Santa Fe because I know there is a large lesbian population there and we feel it would be a nice place to raise children. I have read through some of the other forums and am begining to like the sound of Prescott Valley. Does anyone know if PV is "gay- friendy". Also, how hard is it to find good paying jobs out there. I am currently working in childcare but would like to work with the aging population in either an Adult Daycare setting or a retirement community center. My partner is hoping to start her own Party Planning buisness. Any thoughts on wether or not an event planning buisness would be successful in Prescott/ Prescott Valley? Any advise would be helpful- thanks!!

 
Unread 06-17-2007, 03:36 PM
 
Location: Northern California
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I lived in the tri-city area ( Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley ) for 10 years and they ARE NOT gay friendly. Lots of rednecks and hillbillies. And as for a good paying job, tri-city area is definately NOT a place you want to be looking.
 
Unread 06-17-2007, 03:36 PM
 
Location: Phoenix, AZ
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From what I have seen/heard its alot of rednecks/hillbillies... not sure if they take kindly to your type round' there.
 
Unread 06-17-2007, 04:14 PM
 
Location: Surprise, Az
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Your better off in Santa Fe. New Mexico is a very nice state. Only thing is that Santa Fe is VERY expensive. Lots of politicos, stars, artist, and old rich money in Santa Fe. A Party Planning business might do better in SF as well.

GL with your search.
 
Unread 06-17-2007, 06:48 PM
 
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I have many gay, lesbian or transexual friends and they absolutely LOVE Santa Fe!! They used to live in Prescott and HATED it.
 
Unread 06-18-2007, 02:22 AM
 
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hello
the best place to check is Prescott Pride Center | Connecting Our Community phone # is 928-445-8800 they can answer all your questions.








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Originally Posted by susiek View Post
I am a 25 year old lesbian who is planning a move out west. My partner of 4 years and I are looking to move to either Arizona or New Mexico. We are strongly considering Santa Fe because I know there is a large lesbian population there and we feel it would be a nice place to raise children. I have read through some of the other forums and am begining to like the sound of Prescott Valley. Does anyone know if PV is "gay- friendy". Also, how hard is it to find good paying jobs out there. I am currently working in childcare but would like to work with the aging population in either an Adult Daycare setting or a retirement community center. My partner is hoping to start her own Party Planning buisness. Any thoughts on wether or not an event planning buisness would be successful in Prescott/ Prescott Valley? Any advise would be helpful- thanks!!
 
Unread 06-19-2007, 03:00 PM
 
Location: Az.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by susiek View Post
I am a 25 year old lesbian who is planning a move out west. My partner of 4 years and I are looking to move to either Arizona or New Mexico. We are strongly considering Santa Fe because I know there is a large lesbian population there and we feel it would be a nice place to raise children. I have read through some of the other forums and am begining to like the sound of Prescott Valley. Does anyone know if PV is "gay- friendy". Also, how hard is it to find good paying jobs out there. I am currently working in childcare but would like to work with the aging population in either an Adult Daycare setting or a retirement community center. My partner is hoping to start her own Party Planning buisness. Any thoughts on wether or not an event planning buisness would be successful in Prescott/ Prescott Valley? Any advise would be helpful- thanks!!
Prescott/ Prescott Valley are not gay/lesbian friendly. Lot's of rednecks, hillbillies, and people with past criminal histories. I don't suggest moving here. Phoenix is your best bet. Lot's of great gay/lesbian friendly bars there.
 
Unread 06-19-2007, 09:41 PM
 
Location: Northeastern WI
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Im not unfamaliar with lesbians, in my line of work yes, Ive actually been approached by one or two here and there. My assigned room mate when I was going through orientation for a trucking company (when I first got my cdl) was one and she was a very respectable, pleasant and never acted any differently than anyone else.
Another high-profile person out in Mesa who I've done work for has been burned by men so many times she too turned. No one ever knew her 'life' until recently, it came up in conversation.
However, though, no matter where you end up, there are gay people everywhere. One who is famaliar with 'the life' can always spot one. I have to agree though, that they probably would be more comfortable around L.A. or San Fran.
 
Unread 07-11-2007, 06:30 PM
 
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Default Tri-City AZ

Susiek,
My partner and I have moved to the tri-city area last summer. We have found this area to be - not gay-friendly, but not gay-hating either. For the most part people are just friendly. I would be more than happy to speak with you about our experiences. Please feel free to contact me if you would like any more information. Either way ~ best of luck to you both!
 
Unread 01-24-2010, 04:39 AM
 
Location: Prescott Valley, Az (unfortunately still here)
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Originally Posted by susiek View Post
I am a 25 year old lesbian who is planning a move out west. My partner of 4 years and I are looking to move to either Arizona or New Mexico. We are strongly considering Santa Fe because I know there is a large lesbian population there and we feel it would be a nice place to raise children. I have read through some of the other forums and am begining to like the sound of Prescott Valley. Does anyone know if PV is "gay- friendy". Also, how hard is it to find good paying jobs out there. I am currently working in childcare but would like to work with the aging population in either an Adult Daycare setting or a retirement community center. My partner is hoping to start her own Party Planning buisness. Any thoughts on wether or not an event planning buisness would be successful in Prescott/ Prescott Valley? Any advise would be helpful- thanks!!


Your best bet is New Mexico (around Santa Fe) or Phoenix, Arizona (there's a few gay/lesbian nightclubs that are very friendly).

This place, is not friendly to people who are "different" (i.e. gay/lesbian, single/divorced, wear mini-skirts, and etc.). Just to name a few types of people that this town doesn't care for really. Lots of rednecks, hillbillies, cowboy/cowgirl types, retirees (oh, the retirees have attitudes also, beware), and meth addicts/potheads/drunks.

It's not that friendly of a place, if you ask me. I've been here for almost 6 years now and haven't met very many friendly people here yet (except for about 3 restuarants I know where they are all the time). But that's it, I'm afraid.

I've been to New Mexico and people seem a lot friendlier there and more diverse (most people in this town don't like black or Asian folks here). So, your best bet would be New Mexico.
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