• Free anonymous testing to find out if you are infected with the virus that causes AIDS.
• To make an appointment, call the health center where you wish to be tested.

Case Management

• County residents with HIV infection may call and request Case Management or Client Advocacy Services.
• Provides assistance with getting resources needed to improve client's health and quality of life.
• These services are free and confidential.

Case Managers

• Social Workers or Nurses that help those with HIV infection obtain needed services.

How to begin receiving Case Management

• Call 410-880-5888 or toll free at
  1-866-313-6300 and ask to speak to an HIV Case Manager.
• Call anytime Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
• A Case Manager will meet with you at the office, your home, hospital, or other mutually convenient location.
• You can discuss your illness, what services are available, and begin to plan.
• You can be referred for many services and receive help completing the applications.

Health Department Services Available

• Medical Clinic/Immunizations
• Psychological Counseling
• Nutritional Counseling
• Buddy Program
• Addictions Counseling

Resources/Referrals

• Food Programs
• Housing Assistance
• Transportation
• Insurance
• Support Groups
• Medication Assistance
• Education
• Emotional Support
• Emergency Financial Assistance
• Dental Care

Eligibility

• Howard County Resident
• HIV Infection

Cost

• No charge for Case Management.
• Some other services are based on income.

Contact

Are you at risk?

• Are you sexually active?
• Have you used I.V. drugs in the past?
• Are you currently using I.V. drugs?

How and where?

• FREE!
• Anonymous - I.D. number used
• Three locations

To get results

• Come in person
• Within one to two weeks
• Bring I.D. Card

Questions? More Information?

• Primary medical care for uninsured residents living with HIV/AIDS.
• Primary care providers from Moore Clinic, Johns Hopkins University
• School of Medicine provide clinical services twice monthly, under Ryan White Care Act Funding.
• Call 410-880-5888 or toll free
  at 1-866-313-6300.

• Educational sessions for any group interested in knowing more about HIV prevention or HIV / AIDS resources.
• Call 410-880-5888 or toll free
  at 1-866-313-6300.