Chicago House provides evidence-based, sex-positive, community- and client-centered HIV prevention, testing, and linkage-to-care services. Our services encourage practices to reduce HIV risk and sexual harm by affirming sexual desire and promoting care for the whole person. From providing risk reduction techniques to fostering relationships with medical providers, our staff are Read more [...]

Get Tested You have lots of options for getting tested! You can: Call our hotline at 1-866-747-0074 or email “I need an HIV test” to hivelimination@uchicago.edu Find the Chicago Department of Public Health or Planned Parenthood clinic closest to you for free HIV or STI testing. Share Safely If you Read more [...]

Get Tested. Know your status in just 15 minutes. We offer free and confidential rapid HIV testing every day from 8am-9pm. Rapid testing is a finger stick test that generates results in just 15 minutes. Additionally, our testing team provides clients with the most up-to-date, medically-accurate information, emotional support and Read more [...]

EdgeAlliance is a non-profit organization which assists its members in developing and operating quality housing and providing life enriching services to vulnerable individuals and families. Three housing units are available: Sawyer Gardens (1215 S. Sawyer Chicago, Illinois) – Sawyer Gardens is an independent permanent housing facility for families affected by Read more [...]

THInC, Howard Brown Health Center’s program to empower and support trans clients who wish to access hormones. THInC, or Trans Hormones – Informed Consent, is a comprehensive, 3-step program designed to assist those interested in accessing hormones in an efficient, supportive and validating manner. For more information You can call Read more [...]

This hotline is free and anonymous offering callers the most up-to-date, medically-accurate information on AIDS/HIV and sexually-transmitted diseases (STDs), emotional support, and state-wide referrals for healthcare and social services related to AIDS/HIV and STDs. This program offers services in English and Spanish and provides a wealth of information and referrals Read more [...]

The project space serves as a drop in center for all Core Group members, volunteers, and participants. The Project Space is multi-functional in serving several purposes; several of which include: – The convenience of hosting programmatic meetings or events – Fostering a strong and healthy environment for Gay, Bisexual and Read more [...]

An ongoing group for people who have been living with HIV for a while, and for those who feel they could benefit from being in a group with people who have been living with HIV for a while.

We offer hormone therapy to clients seeking to initiate or maintain Testosterone therapy. As a pilot program, we invite clients to offer feedback and input about our hormone administration process. Call to request a TGAP appointment.

The HIV testing program targets high-risk populations of Men Who Have Sex With Men (MSM), and high-risk heterosexuals including sex workers, sex partners of HIV-positive MSM’s, persons who have multiple unprotected sex partners, users of IV and non-IV drugs, and sex partners of Intervenous Drug Users. Persons receiving these services Read more [...]

The prevention department’s mission at TPAN is to maintain the agency’s reputation as being Chicago’s first one-stop agency for individuals looking for HIV prevention information, HIV testing, counseling and/or referrals. OVAH! is primarily targeted towards young, at risk people of color. This can include MSM’s as well as substance users, Read more [...]

POSITIVE provides HIV+ youth a space to connect with other HIV+ youth (age 24 and under), gain support with issues related to disclosure, dating, medical care, sex and other important topics.

Our medical team offers confidential services for all lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals’ primary health care needs, including full gynecological care, routine health screenings, and treatment for acute and chronic illnesses.

Aris Health focuses on providing complete patient-centered primary care for adults, families and children within the GLBT community. Aris focuses on ensuring that patients are involved in the care they receive from their medical providers and fostering long-term provider-client relationships, where patients and providers work together

VidaSIDA’s mission is to educate, advocate, and empower Chicago Puerto Rican and Latina/o community by promoting culturally-responsive healthcare and resources that enable health-affirming behaviors and attitudes. VidaSIDA relies on community involvement for the success of all its services and programs, if you are interested in volunteering please contact us!

Rapid HIV testing, with results usually provided within the same day. Results from rapid HIV tests are available in minutes; however, because this is a walk-in service, we cannot ensure a specific length of time for the full visit. This testing includes an extensive pre- and post- test counseling session. Read more [...]

Right Fit for You, Inc. Chicago’s premiere online network of LGBT & LGBT-Friendly Personal Trainers and fitness facilities in Chicago. Our mission: to provide the LGBT community with a comfortable training atmosphere from start to finish. Search our network of personal trainers at no cost and find the right fit Read more [...]

The purpose of the Affinity Senior group is to provide community and information for and among seniors to identify challenges of being in the 60+ age group; to advocate for individuals in this age group; and to provide support for partners whose partners have health issues.

Howard Brown is partnering with Rush University Medical Center, CJE SeniorLife, Midwest Palliative & Hospice Care Center and Heartland Alliance to design and develop a comprehensive health program for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender older adults. With support from The Baxter International Foundation and Chicago Community Trust, our program for Read more [...]

Participants receive 6 sessions of smoking cessation group counseling across 8 weeks. In addition, participants will receive free nicotine replacement therapy. This program is available to participants at no cost, and they will be reimbursed for their time.