HIV/AIDS Newly Diagnosed or Newly Dealing

Submitted by barndoor on Tue, 01/17/2012 - 12:08pm

The HIVAIDS Newly Diagnosed or Newly Dealing group is a peer led drop-in support group for individuals coming to terms with an HIV/AIDS diagnosis; this may include individuals having just received a diagnosis, or individuals who have been living with HIV/AIDS for a longer period of time that is now accepting their diagnosis or confronting new challenges associated with HIV/AIDS. This group is open to all members of the community living with HIV/AIDS, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. No prior registration is required.

This group meets from 7:00 - 8:30 pm.

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