THE CIRCLE
HCMSG’s “The Circle” groups address the basic needs of all people affected by Hepatitis C and those co infected with HIV, including people who currently and formerly injected drugs. After gaining their trust, we encourage each person to be tested for Hepatitis C in response to what is clearly a connection between the use of injection drugs and Hepatitis C. The participants who test positive are then navigated through the system with the goal of receiving treatment for Hepatitis C and to endeavor to reduce the harm of injection drug use through The Hepatitis C Education and Support Group Assistance Program. The clients are identified through programs, such as weekly syringe exchanges.
"The Circle" groups provide a non-hostile environment where they are given hygiene safety kits to reduce the harm of infection and to encourage a healthy lifestyle. There is no judgment of lifestyle in these groups and participants are treated with respect encouraging them to make healthy choices. There is a generation of young people who have become infected with Hepatitis C through injecting opiates and other drugs and sharing syringes. Education in regard to transmission is necessary for this population in a non-judgmental environment. Using HCMSG's mission and goals, we provide insight and direction into providing options and developing effective ways to educate, engage and retain people in care and treatment. Our goal is to empower them to be in charge of their overall health.
*If you or your organization are interested in starting "THE CIRCLE" CLICK HERE TO REGISTER*
"The Circle" groups provide a non-hostile environment where they are given hygiene safety kits to reduce the harm of infection and to encourage a healthy lifestyle. There is no judgment of lifestyle in these groups and participants are treated with respect encouraging them to make healthy choices. There is a generation of young people who have become infected with Hepatitis C through injecting opiates and other drugs and sharing syringes. Education in regard to transmission is necessary for this population in a non-judgmental environment. Using HCMSG's mission and goals, we provide insight and direction into providing options and developing effective ways to educate, engage and retain people in care and treatment. Our goal is to empower them to be in charge of their overall health.
*If you or your organization are interested in starting "THE CIRCLE" CLICK HERE TO REGISTER*