Project 93 offers confidential one-to-one HIV peer support and support groups for individuals living with HIV across Staffordshire. Connect with a trained peer mentor who understands the challenges of living with HIV, whether newly diagnosed or long-term. The service provides a safe, non-judgemental space for shared understanding, practical guidance on daily life (medication, appointments, telling partners, family, and friends), emotional support, and building confidence and resilience. Support groups offer opportunities to share experiences, build friendships, and find a sense of belonging. To access support, you can email Kelly, call 01782 201251, or make a referral. The registered office is located at Suite 6 and Suite 7, The Dudson Centre, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 5DD.
Categories:
Connecting with others
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: This service is available to individuals with an HIV positive diagnosis.
- Age: Clients must be 18 years or older to access the telephone befriending service.
- Location: Clients should reside in Staffordshire. (Note: We may be able to offer telephone befriending to those outside this area, depending on circumstances and volunteer availability.)
- Capacity to Consent: Clients must have the capacity to understand and consent to the befriending service.
- Emotional Capacity: Clients should be able to engage in a phone conversation and have a basic level of emotional stability to benefit from the service. SSHC also offers counselling services. (Note: If someone is experiencing a significant mental health crisis, we encourage them to seek support from a crisis line or mental health professional. We can provide referrals.)
Additional needs catered for:
Vision impairment friendly
Wheelchair accessible
Takes place in the client’s home
Waiting list (weeks):
1
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