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Addressing Substance UseSubstance use, particularly when it is uncontrolled, can undermine a person’s ability to stay HIV-negative. AHP has three programs that help people deal with concerns about alcohol and drug use.
AIDS and Substance Abuse ProgramThe AIDS and Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) provides weekly substance abuse counseling and drop-in group services for people interested in addressing the impact of substance use on their lives, including its effect on HIV or STD prevention. Potential clients can drop in any Thursday morning at 10:00 am for an ASAP intake interview. In addition, AHP offers a substance abuse drop-in support group every Thursday (10:30 am to 12:00 noon). ASAP Drop-In Group
Services for People with HIVAHP’s Services for for people with HIV integrates help for clients using drugs and alcohol into all its offerings. In addition, the program runs one support group, mentioned here, that focuses on substance-related challenges. Positive Recovery
REACH ProgramThe REACH Program--AHP's primary HIV prevention program--offers individual counseling to people who are HIV negative and dealing with alcohol and drug use concerns, especially related to HIV risk taking. In addition, REACH offers groups focused on alcohol and drug use issues for men regardless of HIV status. Sex and Sobriety with at least six months of current, continuous sobriety. For information, call 415-476-3902. Reality Check Drop-In Group: Sex, Drugs, and Alcohol |
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