ASG HIV/AIDS Services Group

Charlottesville : VA : USA | Dec 04, 2010 at 7:08 AM PST

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Prevent the spread of HIV through education, empowerment, outreach and research. Provide client-centered services to people living with HIV/AIDS. Promote a compassionate and informed community response and public policy. Provide community support and advocacy on issues related to the HIV epidemic.

George Maris is based in Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America, and is a Stringer for Allvoices.

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George Maris | over 2 years ago

The AIDS/HIV Services Group (ASG) was founded in 1986 by a group of citizens who were concerned about the lack of care available for people in the area living with HIV and AIDS. As with most small, grass-roots organizations, ASG was run exclusively by volunteers in the early years. A grant from the City of Charlottesville in 1988 allowed ASG to hire its first salaried employee-a part-time Coordinator of Volunteers, whose title soon was changed to Director.

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George Maris | over 2 years ago

In 1988, ASG was serving as the sole contracting agency for AIDS services and education for a 24-county, seven-city area. new salaried positions were added, including an Education/Outreach Coordinator, Client Resources Coordinator and Case Manager. Eventually, as other AIDS service organizations formed through the Commonwealth, ASG's client service area was redefined to match the Region Ten Thomas Jefferson Planning District, which includes the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson. Out education/prevention programs focus on a 22,000 square mile area of central and northwestern Virginia, and are available statewide.

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