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Version 1.0 | Update 9Jul11 | by Paul Quin

Hotline + warmline resources.

Places to start sorting out Hiv + Aging

We often need personal advice + support in times of confusion or need. Here are some ways for newcomers to get quick help in a crisis.

Quick checklists for first issues

Prevention
The senior years may appear to be a thicket of dis-opportunity, full of threats of disease + debility. Prevention is a powerful weapon. Use it.
Care
Take steps for proper care:
✖ Find a provider you trust.
✖ Know the standard of care for your conditions.
✖ Be frank with your healthcare team.
✖ Keep a checklist.
✖ Take notes.
Testing + diagnosis

Service locators

Aids.gov :: locator lets you find Hiv services by zipcode.
Administration on Aging :: Eldercare Locator lets you find services by area and topic (HIV not included).
Is there a Mass or New England finder? Or is it a list on a site?
HIV hotlines
HIV InSite, formerly CDC hotline, now a project of UCSF, lists principal Hiv information centers + hotlines country-wide
Project Inform, questions about infection or transmission 800.342.2437 + listing of state Hiv hotlines.
Women Alive is about Aids, done by + for women; with national hotline + local LA services.
Aging hotlines
National Center on Elder Abuse lists state help lines, hotlines + prevention resources.
The Administration on Aging of the CDC has a range of programs and information.
Advocacy. Action. Answers on Aging, the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging site, covers advocacy, training + services.
National Suicide Hotline 800.784.2433 or 800.273.8255 + list of state suicide hotlines.

Other places on this site to find referrals
Inform yourself discusses the importance of taking control of information, including a short list of useful sites.
Get up to speed on prevention, testing + treatment and start now to build better health.
Explore Hiv50+ Awareness + other Public education programs. plus Academic + clinical training.
Find support for healing in your closest relationships. Trust your family, challenge your faith.