While there continues to be encouraging medical developments in the fight against AIDS, The Fund's AIDS Initiative remains as important as ever in supporting the health and well-being of entertainment professionals who are living with the virus.  The AIDS Initiative seeks to help both men and women learn how to live with and manage the disease.

The AIDS Initiative provides a comprehensive roster of confidential services:

One-to-one case management with an HIV social worker, including:

• Advocacy for community services, public and private benefits, medical care and housing
• Crisis intervention and counseling
• Substance abuse and mental health services
• Financial assistance for necessities such as rent, utilities, insurance and medical expenses
• Referrals to our network of community and union supports, such as alternative treatment providers, dental clinics, debt management services and information sources
• Short-term support groups and educational seminars
• Legal referrals for living wills, health care proxies and estate planning
• Activities and social events
• The Women's HIV Outreach and Education Program offers support services to any woman in the entertainment community concerned about or living with HIV

• AIDS Training and Education Project
• Phyllis Newman Women's Health Initiative
• Supportive housing at The Aurora in New York City
• Supportive housing at The Palm View in Los Angeles

For more information on the AIDS Initiative in New York:
Please call (212) 221-7300 ext. 119 or e-mail intakeny@actorsfund.org

For more information on the AIDS Initiative in Chicago:
Please call (312) 372-0989 or e-mail dtowne@actorsfund.org

For more information on the AIDS Initiative in Los Angeles:
Please call (323) 933-9244 or e-mail intakela@actorsfund.org

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