At AIDS Vancouver, we believe that an effective approach to HIV requires a range of coordinated services that address Social Determinants of Health in a comprehensive way. Our staff and volunteers work hard to make these services accessible and friendly.

AIDS Vancouver provides free and confidential services. If you live with HIV/AIDS, you know someone living with HIV/AIDS, or you have concerns about becoming infected with HIV, our staff and volunteers are here to help you. Here are the services that we provide:

Client Services

AIDS Vancouver offers a variety of practical assistance programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our over 3000 clients. For a best-practices overview of how these services are organized, read about our Second Generation Case Management model.To connect with one of these services, call 604-696-4676 and make an appointment in the Access Office, or come in and visit us between 11am and 4pm.

Access Office

Initial client intake, orientation to our services, & short-term assistance.

Case Management

Information, support, and care coordination for persons living with HIV/AIDS

Support Programs

Companionship and practical assistance for people living with HIV/AIDS

Grocery

Distribution of a food supplement to people living with HIV in Vancouver.

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Financial Assistance Fund

Limited, short-term financial assistance to persons living with HIV/AIDS.

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Prevention & Awareness Programs

Education and information to the community on HIV/AIDS

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Information Services

We believe that having the right information can make all the difference. Accessing information is a crucial strategy in our harm-reduction approach to self-care.

Helpline

Anonymous and confidential information for anyone with questions about HIV and AIDS

Library

The most complete Canadian HIV/AIDS resource collection west of Toronto. We regret to announce that due to funding cuts, the PARC Library will be permanently closed as of September 3rd 2009.

Learn more about the Library