Prevention/RISK COUNSELING

Comprehensive Risk Counseling Services

CRCS provides client-centered, one-on-one counseling with the purpose of managing and reducing risk factors for transmitting HIV through goal setting and behavioral changes. Individuals who are newly diagnosed with HIV, recently getting back into care, or non-HIV+ individuals with increased risk factors are recruited for this program internally and through community referrals. Sessions are conducted weekly beginning with an initial assessment, and are guided by that assessment through the duration of the program. CRCS services typically last from three to twelve weeks, with some continuing up to one year. A voluntary support group is available for participants who complete the program and mentoring is available to new participants upon intake.

Counseling, Testing and Referral

ARG is funded by the Indiana State Department of Health to provide HIV pre and post-test counseling services to those at-risk for HIV in southwestern Indinana. Currently, ARG targets populations at greater risk for HIV including African-American females, homeless individuals and men who have sex with men (MSM). However, those with identified risk-factors may come in for a test regardless of population. All testing services are free of charge.

HIV Prevention and Advocacy

Upon request, ARG will provide HIV and STD education to groups and organizations who would like to learn more about the prevention of HIV/AIDS. Volunteers are specially trained to conduct these educational presentations and will provide, upon request, safer sex kits and educational materials to participants.

Currently, ARG conducts weekly programming at youth correctional facilities and group homes, middle and high school health classes and colleges and universities throughout southwestern Indiana. Presentations can be formatted to fit your specific needs and comfort level. Please contact the office for more information on this free program.