HIV / Aids

AIDS Direct Services, La Sala, HOPWA, Cena Witnessing the changing faces of the HIV/AIDS epidemic and evolving to assist the needs of the affected and infected community. With a full bilingual staff, the program provides case management, mental health counseling, home delivered meals, transportation, emergency utility assistance and rental subsidies specifically through HOPWA funds. Clients and their families are also integrated into other agency programs. Thus, providing a solid, comprehensive and culturally sensitive support network.

Project Rap and HOPE in AIDS
Teen based initiatives involving Outreach, Health Education/Risk Reduction Sessions and Prevention Case Management for youth at risk.

Project FIRE 2
Our initiative for Men of color who have Sex with Men which focuses on gay men, “men on the down low”, bisexual men, those unsure of their sexuality, and the transgender population, including The House of Newark. We provide Outreach, Health Education/Risk Reduction Sessions, Prevention Case Management and Support Groups for this program

Entre Amigas/Among Friends
For at risk Women, reaching them in a culturally competent environment with Outreach, Health Education/Risk Reduction Sessions, Prevention Case Management and Support Groups.

The Everyday Man
Initiative for every man – brothers, fathers, uncles and cousins in our community to teach them about HIV/AIDS with Outreach and Health Education/Risk Reduction Sessions.

Project MaC
Our newest initiative with the goal to nurture and support Mothers and Children. This program is a joint venture with Isaiah House, The Leaguers, and the Newark Housing Authority. This Support Group initiative will encompass teaching Mothers and Children about HIV/AIDS prevention.