Case Management/Advocacy
To ensure that all persons living with or affected by HIV/AIDS get proper care and support; case management, advocacy, and information and referral services are available at no charge. Case managers work one-on-one to determine each person’s specific needs. Once the individual’s needs have been identified, a service plan is developed to help the client meet his or her needs. Services may be provided in-house or case managers will facilitate access to other appropriate services that may include: medical care, housing, alcohol/drug treatment, mental health care and a variety of other services. Case managers can also assist with the application process for a variety of programs.
Food Pantry
A food pantry is available to families and individuals living with HIV. The pantry, stocked with a variety of food and personal items, is funded by donations from businesses, social groups, individuals, and churches. Donations of items and money are always welcome.
Direct Financial Assistance
There are a number of services/programs available to assist with specific needs.
Each program has its own eligibility rules and requirements. At times, some programs may have a waiting list depending on funding availability. Case managers assist clients in applying for these programs:
- Housing Assistance
- Transportation
- AIDS Drug Assistance Program
- Emergency Financial Assistance
- Disability, Medicaid, Food Stamps
- General Relief, WIC, FIP, etc.
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