AIDS Services Foundation Orange County dba Radiant Health Centers

HIV Case Management provided at Radiant Health Centers (RHC) is designed to enhance independence and increase the overall quality of life for people living with HIV/AIDS. It is also intended to help clients identify their needs and to overcome the obstacles they may face in obtaining services.Many individuals who are living with HIV disease do not have a reliable support system to assist them in accessing the critical services required to maintain health and well-being. RHC’s HIV Case Management Program provides that support system by connecting individuals with HIV disease to resources and services that will keep them healthy, assist in achieving a suppressed viral load, and reduce the number of new HIV infections in the community. Among the services Radiant case managers can help clients access are: •           Medical Care •           Housing •           Food •           Mental Health Services •           Benefits Counseling •           Transportation •           Medication Assistance •           Home Health

Mental health is essential to our individual and community health. Underserved youth have high mental health risks that, if not addressed, can have profound impact on their development and transition into adulthood. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and questioning (LGBTQ+) youth face extra challenges such as harassment and violence at school, coming out to parents and family members, and lack of social supports. These challenges often result in feelings of isolation or fear of social ostracism, which can lead to mental health problems including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and thoughts of suicide. Self-imposed isolation and discrimination can also prevent LGBTQ+ children from procuring necessary treatments and safety net services. Our LGBTQ+ Mental Health Program engages children with mental health risks and issues early-on through our outreach, prevention, and Family & Children’s programs. Children are also referred by our adult clients who are parents of LGBTQ+ children, as well as our partners including schools and other community organizations. The mental health services we provide include individualized assessment and treatment planning; individual, group, and family therapy; peer support activities; medication management including access to a Radiant Health Centers Psychiatrist; telepsychiatry; in-home services; and coping and life skills training. Services are provided in trauma-informed, culturally competent, and age-appropriate approaches.

RHC offers free and confidential HIV, STD and Hepatitis C testing and treatment by appointment at our offices in Irvine and Santa Ana. Off-site testing allows RHC to reach individuals who report no coverage for healthcare, are more likely to report legal and illegal substance abuse, are less likely to seek preventive medical services, and lack education about HIV disease and Hepatitis C. The program strives to reach individuals who do not have access to medical coverage, reside in low-income geographical areas of Orange County, live in unstable housing or living conditions, or are partners of HIV positive individuals accessing supportive services at RHC. Linkage to care, treatment, and support services is critical maintaining health, achieving a suppressed viral load (low levels of HIV in the body), and reducing the number of new HIV infections in the community.

RHC’s Family & Children’s Program serves children that are infected with or affected by HIV disease. For youth living with or affected by HIV disease, mental health issues are exacerbated by stigmas and often result in feelings of isolation or fear of social ostracism. At RHC, when peer interaction and education have cut through social isolation, the lives of HIV-affected youth have been positively impacted. The program provides a welcoming environment, where children can explore and speak freely about their feelings. Program components include: ·       Family Camp: An annual free event held the last weekend in August, is a wonderful opportunity for families to get away and enjoy a range of recreational style activities. ·       Youth Recreation/Education Events: Special events are held throughout the year such as amusement park trips. ·       Back to School Supplies: With donated supplies and funds, children are provided with backpacks and gift cards to purchase school supplies. ·       Holiday Wish List: Through private donations and gift cards, our families receive food baskets during the holiday season.  ·       Kids Club: This weekly support group serves children ages 6-17, who are HIV-infected or have a family member who is HIV-infected.  ·       Positive Youth: Designed specifically for HIV-positive youth ages 7-20, this component utilizes social networking and outings to reduce social isolation while providing education about HIV disease. ·       Segerstrom Center for the Arts Partnership: Through a special partnership with the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 18 youth participate in a 4-week art workshop with mural artist Markus Tracy. ·       Emergency Family Fund: Assistance to families who are experiencing financial difficulties and are in need of urgent and essential items for their family. ·       In-Home Therapeutic Services: RHC recently added in-home therapeutic sessions with a licensed psychologist to address pressing mental health issues.

as a HRSA 340 B eligibile STI entity we do testing and treatment - have providers onsite to serve the commuity

We are a certified Family PACT program for uninsured providing full family planning services

This is a demonstration program for connecting newly diagnosed HIV patient to immediate care through our providers