Long-Term Survivors/Support Groups

An identified area of an “un met” need has been social support for Long Term Survivors. For this reason, we were able to obtain grant funding specific to address this need. Many people diagnosed in an era in which there was no treatment available experienced trauma related to their diagnosis as well as loss of loved ones. Some people lost many friends and partners and experienced deep loneliness over the years. Our Long Term Survivors group is meant to help foster connections among people diagnosed over 10 years ago, and provide fun group activities so people can relax and enjoy each other’s company. This functions as a “mutual aid” sort of therapeutic approach and addresses a condition referred to as AIDS Survivor Syndrome. In addition, we are offering general support groups for HIV+ individuals (including those who are newly diagnosed). These groups are facilitated by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. We also hold quarterly client group for feedback regarding the need for and provision of services.