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National Association of People With A.I.D.S.

National. Founded 1986. Network of persons with AIDS. Sharing of information. Acts as a collective voice for health, social and political concerns. Phone, mail and electronics network, speakers bureau, quarterly newsletter and free publications.
Write:
N.A.P.W.A.
8401 Colesville Rd. Ste. 750
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Voice: 240-247-0880 (day)
Fax: 240-247-0574
Website: http://www.napwa.org
E-mail: info@napwa.org
Verified: 01/16/2007

One Day At A Time

Model. 10 affiliated groups in Pennsylvania. Founded 1987. To help people with HIV infection become aware of and make use of services provided. To encourage self-empowerment by providing a source of support given by other HIV+ people. Also provides drug and alcohol addiction and homeless shelter services, community outreach, prevention and education. Newsletter and group development assistance.
Write:
One Day At A Time
2532 N. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19132
Voice: 215-226-7860
Fax: 215-226-7869
Website: http://www.odaat.us
E-mail: info@odaat.us
Verified: 01/16/2007

HIV Anonymous

Online. Provides support through message board and regularly scheduled chats. Newsletter and free informational packets containing information on starting local groups are available.
Write:
HIV Anonymous, Inc.
129 W. Canada
San Clemente, CA 92672
Voice: 949-264-4170
Website: http://www.hivanonymous.com
E-mail: info@hivanonymous.com
Verified: 01/09/2007

PKIDs (Parents of Kids with Infectious Diseases)

National network. Founded 1996. Provides informational and educational support for parents of children with chronic viral infectious diseases, with an emphasis on Hepatitis B and C. Opportunity for parents, children and teens to share information and experiences. Publications, advocacy and phone support. Online e-mail list, support group and other resources.
Write:
PKIDs
P.O. Box 5666
Vancouver, WA 98668
Voice: 1-877-557-5437 or 360-695-0293
Fax: 360-695-6941
Website: http://www.pkids.org
E-mail: pkids@pkids.org
Verified: 04/25/2007

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