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Resources for People Living with
HIV/AIDS
- in Massachusetts -
HIV Agencies and Hotlines
HIV/AIDS agencies provide information about Massachusetts HIV/AIDS programs, services, education, research, and treatment. HIV/AIDS hotlines help people who need HIV-related information or referrals right away.
HIV Drug Assistance Program
The Massachusetts HIV Drug Assistance Program (HDAP) helps HIV-positive individuals get the medications they need. HDAP is for Massachusetts residents with limited incomes, who cannot otherwise afford HIV-related medications.
HIV Dental Program
The HIV Dental Ombudsperson Program (HIV DOP) and the Ryan White Dental Treatment Fund are government-funded programs to improve dental care for people living with HIV/AIDS
HIV Legal Assistance
HIV legal assistance helps HIV-positive Massachusetts residents handle legal matters related to their HIV status. Massachusetts HIV legal services include legal advice and representation for civil legal matters such as wills, powers of attorney, bankruptcy proceedings, access to public benefits, discrimination, breach of confidentiality, and custody options for legal dependents.
HIV Support Services
Support services for HIV positive residents of Massachusetts include case management, food and nutrition services, acupuncture treatment, housing services, peer support, mental health care, home care, and medical management.
HIV Testing
Many Massachusetts HIV testing sites offer free HIV tests for people who are at risk. To find an HIV test site near you, call the AIDS Action Hotline at 1-800-235-2331.
HIV Prevention and Education
HIV prevention and education programs in Massachusetts help reduce the number of new HIV infections by using outreach, counseling, awareness, and support programs. Many HIV/AIDS organizations also offer online HIV information.
How Do I ...?
HIV/AIDS "How do I ...?" questions are FAQs of interest to people living with HIV/AIDS in Massachusetts. Questions include "How do I get life insurance • get a health care proxy • make a living will • share my medical information (HIPAA) • get a power of attorney • pay for hospice care • pay for funeral expenses • and others.
HIV Resources Search
Massachusetts residents living with HIV / AIDS can get help from government and non-profit assistance programs. Some benefit programs are for residents with HIV/AIDS only. Other benefit programs are not specifically for people with HIV/AIDS, but have special eligibility requirements that make it easier for people with HIV/AIDS to qualify. You can use our web site search tool to find information about programs and services for people living with HIV / AIDS.
Useful Links
Links to other web sites with related information about resources for people living with HIV/AIDS in Massachusetts.