Every Person Deserves
Care, Dignity, and Hope.
37+ Years
of essential care
Thursday's Child provides life-changing support, resources, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by HIV/AIDS across Long Island. Through education, outreach, and essential care, we're building stronger communities and brighter futures.
Building Healthier Communities
Together, we're creating a future free from stigma and filled with hope.
Our Mission
Dedicated to Care, Hope, & Health Since 1989
Thursday's Child of Long Island was founded in 1989 with a simple but profound mission: to develop, coordinate and provide services for People Living With and Affected by HIV/AIDS.
We believe that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. Our comprehensive programs aim to improve the quality of life, promote health, and foster a supportive community where no one has to face their journey alone.
Our Services
Comprehensive Care Programs
All services at Thursday's Child support the CDC 'HIV Continuum: to identify a Person Living with HIV (PLWH), to link that person to care, ensure care is received, maintain that person in care, and achieving viral suppression. Learn more
As Long Island's oldest continually HIV focused community-based organization, Thursday's Child remains dedicated to serving PLWH.
An AIDS-free generation is within our grasp - we fully support the Ending the HIV Epidemic goals of the UN that: 95% of those with HIV know their status, 95% of those who know their status received treatment, 95% of those on treatment are virally suppressed. Learn more
Testing as Prevention
Free, confidential HIV/STI testing and counseling services.
Services Access
Connecting individuals to essential healthcare and support systems.
Safety Net
Emergency assistance for food, transportation, and basic needs.
Support Groups
Safe spaces for shared experiences, healing, and community.
Housing
Assistance in securing and maintaining safe, affordable housing.
Holiday Magic
Bringing joy to affected families during the holiday season.
Medical Case Management
Comprehensive care coordination for optimal health outcomes.
Ryan White Emergency
Critical financial assistance for eligible individuals living with HIV.
Undetectable equals Untransmittable
Science & Facts
U=U: Understanding Undetectable Equals Untransmittable
The U=U campaign highlights a powerful scientific breakthrough in HIV treatment. When a person living with HIV is on effective medication and achieves an undetectable viral load, they cannot transmit the virus to their partner. This message is vital for reducing stigma, spreading awareness, and fostering inclusivity. Let's focus on spreading knowledge and compassion, not fear or misinformation.
Making a Difference in people's lives Since 1989
Thursday’s Child “has far to go” is the rejoinder of a poem. It now speaks to the hope of continued progress toward ending the epidemic, as we are in a time when we can envision this goal through outreach/education, linkage to care, and other supportive services.
Presented by United Way of Long Island
"With gratitude and well-deserved recognition for your dedication and commitment to providing outstanding care and support for individuals living with HIV/AIDS on Long Island. Your hard work and compassion positively impact the quality of care in our region."
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Our compassionate team is ready to guide you through available programs, from housing assistance to medical case management.
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