Benefits Counseling

We can help you navigate and coordinate your benefits so that you can focus on staying healthy.

Benefits programs include, but are not limited to, Social Security programs (SSI & SSDI), AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP), OA-Health Insurance Premium Payment (OA-HIPP), Medicare Part D, Medi-Cal, Emergency Financial Assistance, and more.

Eligibility Requirements

Proof of Los Angeles County Residency (dated within last 3 months)

HIV/AIDS diagnosis, signed by a California physician

Identification

Proof of income

Each public benefits program has separate eligibility requirements. Our benefits counselors can provide more specific information following your first meeting.

Emergency Financial Assistance Program (EFA)

This program is available to persons who have fallen behind with their rent due to emergency situations and who need financial assistance to cover past and future rental payments. The purpose of this program is to ensure people maintain their housing. Eligible HIV+ individuals must have an income at or below the 500% Federal Poverty Level.