If you are living with HIV or AIDS, you need many kinds of support -- medical, emotional, psychological, and, yes, financial. Your doctor, your local health and social services departments, your local AIDS service organization, and your local library can aid you in finding all kinds of help:
answers to your questions about HIV and AIDS
doctors, insurance, and help in making health care decisions
food, housing, and transportation
planning to meet financial and daily needs
support groups for you and your loved ones
home nursing care
help in legal matters, including Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) claims
confidential help in applying for Social Security disability benefits
You also can get information on these things from the CDC National AIDS Hotline at (800) 342-2437.
Many people living with HIV feel better if they can talk with other people who also have HIV. Here are some ways to find others with HIV:
Contact your local AIDS service organization.......
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