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Services
Helping Individuals
Infected/Affected with HIV/AIDS
Live Independently...
Birmingham Group Health
Services, Inc. offers a wide range of services to individuals and
their families who are infected and/or affected by HIV/AIDS. Our
dedicated, caring, and highly trained staff are committed to
addressing each individual's specific needs and developing a service
program that provides a comprehensive approach to care, as well as
the support and understanding needed to live independently with the
HIV virus. From support groups to advocacy, medical services to case
management, and housing assistance to financial aid, BGHS and the
Valley CARE Team are committed to providing the highest quality
service and care.
Overview
Birmingham Group Health Services, Inc. is the Valley's primary
provider of mental health services and the lead agency of the
Naugatuck Valley HIV CARE Collaborative, a group of HIV/AIDS service
providers within the Valley, Greater Waterbury, and Meriden areas.
The quality of care at the BGHS is nationally recognized, and has
been accredited by CARF for more than 18 years. Our
customer-centered philosophy, exceptional staff, innovative
programs, and comprehensive approach to treatment have made BGHS a
model for quality service and care.
The Valley CARE Team
BGHS'
Valley CARE (Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency) Team, is a
multi-disciplinary team of treatment providers (including case
managers, mental health and substance abuse clinicians, medical care
providers, and other support staff) who coordinate program services
funded through the Ryan White CARE Act, the Department of Public
Health, and other private organizations. These services are
specifically designed for individuals (and their families) who are
infected/affected with HIV/AIDS.
Specially trained
clinicians meet with individuals seeking Valley CARE Team services
as often as necessary to address their identified needs. Therapy
sessions can take place in the office or home, and can be conducted
in an individual or group setting. The main goal of the clinician is
to establish a trusting relationship with clients and provide the
support and understanding individuals need to live independently
with the HIV virus.
Services
BGHS and The Valley CARE Team provide the following services for
persons infected or affected by HIV/AIDS:
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Case Management
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Substance Abuse
Treatment
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Emergency
Financial Assistance
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Mental Health
Services
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Housing
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Food Bank/Home
Delivered Meals
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Support Groups
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Community
Outreach
Ryan White CARE Act
In 1990, Congress enacted Public Law 101-381, the Ryan White
Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency (CARE) Act. The Ryan White
CARE Act is intended to help communities and states increase the
availability of services to people with HIV/AIDS. Ryan White Title I
directs emergency funding to areas hardest hit by the HIV/AIDS
epidemic. The Valley CARE Team collaborative is funded in part by
the Ryan White CARE Act.
HOPWA
BGHS provides housing assistance and support to HIV/AIDS clients
living in the Lower Naugatuck Valley area under the HOPWA program.
The HOPWA program offers Emergency Housing Assistance (STRMU),
Transitional Rental Assistance and other housing related services
including advocacy, referrals, information and linkages with
existing housing resources.
All HIV/AIDS services
provided through Birmingham Group Health Services, Inc. and the
Valley CARE Team are available to any person (and his/her family
members) infected and/or affected by HIV/AIDS, and residing in New
Haven County. All services are confidential and are provided free of
charge. For more information, contact BGHS at (203) 736-2601.
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