Project 93 offers confidential HIV services in Staffordshire, including Stoke-on-Trent, to reduce stigma, promote well-being, and empower individuals living with HIV. Support is available for those newly diagnosed or living with HIV long-term. Services include counselling, peer mentoring, and social groups, providing a safe space to connect and share experiences. Rapid HIV testing is also available. You can start a referral online or contact them by phone for an initial assessment.
Categories:
Counselling
Managing a long-term health condition
Mental health
Service access criteria:
To ensure our services reach those who need them most, we have the following access criteria:
- HIV Positive Status OR Affected by HIV: This service is available to individuals with an HIV positive diagnosis and their friends and family members who are affected by the diagnosis.
- Age: Clients must be 18 years or older to access individual counselling. (Note: We may have alternative services for those under 18. Please inquire.)
- Location: Clients should reside in Staffordshire. (Note: We may be able to offer phone or online counselling for those outside this area, depending on circumstances.)
- Capacity to Consent: Clients must have the capacity to understand and consent to counselling services.
- No Active Crisis: Clients experiencing an acute mental health crisis or requiring immediate medical attention should seek assistance from emergency services or a crisis support line. We can provide referrals to appropriate crisis resources.
Additional needs catered for:
Vision impairment friendly
Wheelchair accessible
Waiting list (weeks):
8
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