Services We Offer

Case Management:

Licensed social workers assist persons with HIV/AIDS in developing a

personalized program that's best suited to fit his or her mental, physical and financial needs.

Solutions are found to address such vital issues as:

* Financial Assistance for Medical and Dental Bills

* Medications

* Housing Referrals

* Rent and Utility Payments

* Health Insurance Premiums

* End of Life Documents

Meeting Needs:

With just 24 hours notice, we can provide medical supplies and food from our well stocked pantry.

Transportation:

We offer rides or a bus pass to get clients to medical appointments on time.

Testing:

Free, confidential HIV testing with an answer in

about 20 minutes is conducted. Walk ins are welcome, but please call

ahead if possible. The test is performed using a simple finger stick

to collect only a drop of blood. Support and guidance are

available immediately after the results are shared with the client.

Education:

Violet's Cupboard offers individual consultations aimed

at keeping persons living with HIV/AIDS abreast of the facts

regarding their illness and the latest developments in

combating it. We also provide information to those

trying to avoid contracting HIV/AIDS.

Support Groups:

Violet's Cupboard hosts a group for HIV-positive

gay or bisexual men. The agency can also put you

in touch with area groups that help persons with HIV/AIDS.

Clients may participate in a "Buddy" program that links them

with another person with HIV/AIDS who can share his or her insights and knowledge.

In addition, referrals can be made to groups organized to help family

members and caregivers.

Home Visits:

Social workers are available to visit clients unable to travel to Violet's Cupboards's office.

Service Partnership:

Our agency has teamed with Gate House of Summit County

to help African Americans or other minority individuals confront the

special issues related to HIV/AIDS and substance abuse recovery.