ACNL
provides non-judgmental, compassionate and confidential services for
people at risk for, living with or affected by HIV/AIDS, STBBIs and
Hepatitis C. Our goal is to engage, empower and build the capacity of
clients in navigating public, private and non-profit sector programs and
services so they can live a better quality of life.
HIV/HEPC
We can help you through all the stages of your HIV and or Hepatitis C diagnoses.
Getting Tested for HIV / HEP C
Pre and post-test
counseling is available by drop in, phone or scheduled appointments. Are
you unsure of where to go, what to do, or even what to expect from the
testing process? We can help guide you through the process of testing.
Newly Diagnosed
If you are newly diagnosed with
HIV and/or Hepatitis C and aren’t sure what to do, we can answer your
questions around basic treatment information, what your rights are, who
needs to know your status or even how to talk to your friends and family
about your diagnoses. We can also provide referrals to community,
medical and social supports.
Long Term Survivor
The needs of a person who has
been living with HIV for many years are very different from those who
have been recently diagnosed. We are here to assist you with a variety
of issues you might be facing such as: counseling, strategies to
re-enter the workforce, financial, or referrals to other appropriate
agencies.
Affected by HIV/AIDS
We are also a resource for
the friends and family of people living with HIV/AIDS and/or Hepatitis
C. We can answer any questions you might have about transmission or
prevention. We can also provide additional information as well as any
support you may need.
Case Management
Case management is available to
people living with HIV who have complex or multiple needs. Ongoing
individualized support is offered to provide advocacy and assistance
navigating the health and social service system. After completing a
needs assessment, the case manager will work together with you to set
short and long term goals.
Counselling
Maintaining good health also means learning to cope with stress, loss and grief effectively.
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you have been diagnosed with or are living with HIV.
ACNL provides one on one short term, supportive counseling for those
experiencing crisis in their lives, including but not limited to, new
diagnosis, disclosure, illness, grief and loss, and difficulty managing
life situations. We provide free, confidential, anonymous counselling
to anyone who is living with HIV, or affected by HIV/AIDS, STIs and
Hepatitis C. Services include: couples counselling, grief/bereavement
counseling, counselling for friends, family, loved ones and caregivers
of those living with HIV and referrals to long term counseling,
psychologists and social workers.
Counselling is available in person or over the phone.
Referrals
ACNL provides referrals to people
living with HIV/AIDS and/or Hepatitis C for a variety of supports such
as addiction treatment, clothing, food, shelters, housing, employment,
and more.