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ADAP Plus Insurance Continuation (APIC)
APIC was started by the New York State Department of Health’s AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) on July 1, 2000. This program pays premiums for comprehensive
ROAH 2.0 Studies
In follow up to ACRIA’s 2006 Research on Older Adults with HIV (ROAH) study, the ACRIA Center for HIV and Aging at GMHC launched ROAH
HIV Treatments
There are now a number of HIV treatment drugs available to people living with HIV, but there is still no cure for HIV or AIDS.
HIV Transmission
Most people have few, if any, symptoms for several months, or even several years after contracting HIV. But, once HIV enters into the body, it
What is AIDS?
AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) refers to the condition that develops as a result of untreated HIV infection. An AIDS diagnosis is made if a
What Is HIV?
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks and breaks down the body’s immune system over time. The immune system is the internal “defense
Food Stamps
If you receive Public Assistance you will automatically receive Food Stamps. If you do not receive Public Assistance, you will have to file a Food
New York State Disability (NYSD)
NYSD is short term disability paid by an insurance company that has a contract with your employer. NYSD pays half of your gross (before taxes) weekly
AIDS Health Insurance Program (AHIP)
Medicaid’s AHIP Program pays health insurance premiums for people with HIV/AIDS who are not eligible for Medicaid (if you have Medicaid and health insurance, Medicaid will
Medicaid Buy—In Program
The Medicaid Buy-In Program, started in July 2003, provides full Medicaid coverage to working individuals from ages 16 – 64 who have a disability as
Public Assistance (PA)
Those who have never had an HIV symptom and can’t become a HASA client may be eligible for Public Assistance through a Human Resources Administration Job
HIV/AIDS Services Administration (HASA)
HASA provides housing assistance, coordinates home care covered by Medicaid, case management and enhanced Public Assistance to anyone who is HIV+ and meets their financial
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
SSI is a program for those with limited income and resources. As of January 2020, maximum monthly SSI for an individual is $783, $1,175 per
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
SSDI is a benefit from the federal government that provides monthly payments based on the amount of F.I.C.A taxes paid during your work history. Payments
Financial Management
Financial Management offers representative payee services for HASA-referred clients who are facing eviction and possible homelessness. Financial Management provides stable monthly budget management and oversees rent
Housing Opportunities for People Living with HIV/AIDS (HOPWA)
Housing Opportunities for People Living with HIV/AIDS (HOPWA): HOPWA is a permanent supportive housing program for people living with HIV/AIDS that provides supportive housing, rental
The Advocacy Unit
The Advocacy Unit helps people living with HIV/AIDS (PWLHA) navigate benefits, entitlements, and both public and private insurance issues, including ADAP, HASA, Medicare, COBRA Medicaid
Safer Sex & Hook Ups
If you are HIV negative and engage in hookups frequently, PrEP might be right for you. Click here for more information on PrEP. If you
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GMHC Hotline
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All calls will be returned within one business day. You can also send us an email at hotline@gmhc.org
