Health Promotion Services

To effectively provide a variety of health and support services, the AIDS Committee of Durham Region (ACDR) has a full-time Health Promotion
Co-ordinator on staff. We offer support services based on the following principals.

• Respect and support of your dignity, well-being, and independence
• Your right to express your concerns in an environment free of prejudice and discrimination
• Peace of mind in knowing that your confidentiality is ALWAYS protected
• Updates on improvements to treatment, and new treatment options
• Effective, competent and principled support network with community agencies

COUNSELLING SERVICES:
Free and confidential counseling and referral services for People living with HIV/AIDS

SUPPORT GROUPS:

Monthly support groups give People living with HIV/AIDS opportunities to learn coping strategies in a supportive setting

COMMUNITY KITCHEN PROGRAM:

Monthly community kitchen nights give HIV+ clients opportunities to share nutritious meals and learn & teach cooking skills in a supportive setting.

VOLUNTEER DRIVER PROGRAM:
Trained volunteers are available to drive clients to medical appointments

FINANCIALASSISTANCE:
A wellness fund is available to assist clients with urgent medical needs.

Our Living Wellnes Fund is supported by the Ontario AIDS Network Positive Support Financial Assistance Program

FOOD BANK:
Open Tuesdays from 1:00pm-4:00pm as a resource for clients with nutritional and other basic needs

ADVOCACY SERVICES
Individual and systemic advocacy to ensure access to adequate care and services

PHADEVELOPMENT:
Skills-building and networking opportunities, such as workshops and conferences

INTER-AGENCY SUPPORT:
Support and education for our community partners on the issues & needs of our clients