OUR SERVICES

Our housing program offers:

Assistance with deposit, rent, mortgage or utility costs in the short term
Long-term housing subsidies
Support in gaining the skills and resources to maintain stable housing

" We provide housing and support services to individuals living with HIV, and their families, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness".

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Please Note
Our housing assistance is a vital resource, but availability is limited. Even if you qualify, we may not be able to provide support.

EMPLOYMENT

AFSP assists individuals interested in pursuing employment. This includes CV writing, preparation for interviews, and how to search for jobs. Clients are also linked to the Philadelphia Career Link Center for job training and open employment opportunities. The overall aim of this program is to empower individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to secure employment

MEDICATION

AFSP provides services to persons living with HIV and educates them about HIV medications and adherence to prescribed treatment regimens. This aligns with broader public health goals of preventing the spread of HIV, promoting community well-being, and addressing the social and medical challenges associated with HIV/AIDS.

MENTAL HEALTH ASSISTANCE

AFSP provides services to

Individuals in need of mental health, alcohol or substance abuse treatment. Clients are linked to other mental health resources( when needed). The overall goal is to enable to reach their full potential.

The use of drugs and alcohol can make it difficult for people to keep or regain their health. That’s why AFSP offers treatment services to help our clients whenever they are ready to stop or reduce their use. We meet all of our clients where they are currently in their substance use and recovery journeys in a nonjudgmental, safe environment.

Our case management services include:

Individual support maintaining medical care and medication adherence
Assistance with the cost of HIV medical care, medications, dental services, mental health care and health insurance premiums (income guidelines apply)
Referrals for substance abuse and/or mental health recovery
Help connecting with other service providers and resources

Linkage to Medical Care

AFSP focuses on linking clients with a board-certified internist in internal medicine in infectious disease (ID). The goal is to create a seamless and effective pathway from health needs to the provision of necessary medical care, ultimately promoting better health outcomes for clients and communities.

Monthly Support Group

AFSP offers monthly support groups in a safe space where individuals come together to share their experiences, challenges, and emotional support related to a common theme and shared interest. This allows for the development of a supportive community, fostering connections among participants who can offer empathy, understanding, and encouragement to one another.

Men Educating and Gaining Awareness (MEGA)

Services for black gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning men for education and support to remain engaged in HIV medical care. Individual and group intervention

MEDICAL CASE MANAGEMENT

Community Based assessment, referral, linkage and follow-up for HIV+ all clients

Benefits assistance such as

• County or General Assistance

• State Disability Insurance

• TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)

• SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

• SSI/SSDI

• SPBP

• Medicaid

• Medicare

LINKAGE TO CARE

Strength-based brief intervention for HIV+ individuals who are newly diagnosed, out of care for 6 months, or virally unsuppressed to obtain medical care.

DO YOU KNOW

Most people who are infected with HIV experience flu-like symptoms within 2 to 4 weeks after being infected.

Other symptoms are Fever, Chills, Rash, Night sweats, Muscle aches, Sore throat, Fatigue, Swollen lymph nodes, Mouth ulcers, and Weight loss. However, some people have no symptoms at all. The only way to know if you are HIV positive is to be tested

HIV AND AIDS-explained

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. If HIV is not treated, it can lead to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).

FREE HIV HOME TEST KIT

AFSP offers FREE HIV self-testing kits that you can use at home or in any private location to find out your HIV status.

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" The FREE at-home HIV test is an antibody test that allows you to test quickly and easily in the comfort of your own home or any private location. The test is an oral swab, so there’s no need to draw blood."

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