Catholic Charities AIDS ministry provides holistic services to those suffering from HIV/AIDS, while promoting self-sufficiency.
Did you know?
- One Houstonian is infected with HIV/AIDS every eight hours
- 5,700 people die from AIDS every day, one child dies every minute.
- At least 40,000 people are infected each year.
- AIDS is the leading cause of death for African American women aged 25 to 34.
- HIV rates among Hispanic women are increasing.
- The number of women living with HIV has tripled in the last two decades.
- At least half of all new infections are among people under the age of 25.
History of ProgramDiocesan AIDS Ministry was founded in 1988 by Bishop Joseph A. Fiorenza to provide a compassionate response and service to persons with HIV/AIDS, their families and loved ones. The AIDS Ministry became a program of of Catholic Charities in 1996. This program strives to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental response and help clients to be as self-sufficient as possible.
Services Provided- Case management
- Spiritual support
- HIV education
- One-time financial assistance.
Eligibility Criteria (Age, etc.)
- Proof of HIV+ status
- At least 18 years old
- Proof of income
- Photo ID
Please call us at 713.874.6590 for more detailed eligibility criteria.
Geographic Service Area
Ten counties that encompasses the entire Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.
Fees
No fees for any of the AIDS Ministry services.
For more information, please call 713.874.6590, Monday-Friday 8:00 a. m. - 5:30 p. m.
Volunteer OpportunitiesVolunteers are needed in several areas:
- Office support
- Speakers Bureau
- Prayer Partners
- Child care during support groups
- Youth projects
- Holiday Support projects (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter)
More information on volunteeringCatholic Charities...providing help, creating hope.
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