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HIV & Older Adults

APLA Health launched HIVE (HIV-Elders), tailored for men who have sex with men (MSM) of all ethnicities who are 50 years of age and older and living with HIV.
HIVE is designed to improve the health and well-being of this growing population of men by addressing stigma, social isolation, social support, connection and empowerment. 

Check out our monthly calendar below for daily fun activities, like bingo and trivia games, as well as group hikes, special guests, bowling nights, harbor cruises and movies under the stars.

Read more: Gilead's Age Positively Initiative

Group of elderly gay men on a hike

Discussion Groups

Social support groups provide spaces for safe conversation, building friendships, and emotional support.

Life Skills Support

We provide skills for daily living to enhance quality of life, like taking care of one’s healthcare needs while managing Medicare and personal finances.

Health Education

Our health education program focuses on the issues that affect older men the most, like managing chronic medical conditions and the multiple medications used to treat them.

Community Building

We sponsor group activities to foster community among people living with HIV and help them become flexible, resilient, and confident in their abilities. This also increases their visibility in other communities and spreads awareness of their presence and importance.

Elderly HIV patient speaking with his doctor

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

Join our transformative 4-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program! This engaging series incorporates various meditation techniques designed to boost your awareness and acceptance of both pleasant and challenging moments. Learn how to manage emotions and physical discomfort with proven skills. Research shows that MBSR can significantly reduce depression and stress (Hecht et al, 2018). Plus, complete all four workshops and receive a $100 gift card as our way of saying thanks. Ready to start your journey to a calmer, more centered you? Contact us using the information at the bottom of this page.

Positive Self-Management

Our Positive Self-Management program is designed specifically for older adults with HIV. This easy-to-follow, four-part series builds on a proven Stanford University program to help you manage your health and nutrition better, improve communication with your doctors, and stay active with simple fitness exercises. We also cover important topics like managing multiple medications, handling multiple health conditions, and overcoming stigma related to HIV and aging. Plus, you’ll learn mindfulness techniques to help reduce stress and anxiety. Complete all four modules and earn a $100 gift card as a thank you! Want to learn more? Contact us using the information at the bottom of this page.

HIV & Older Adults Community Event Calendar

Special Events

Some HIVE activities will be held virtually.

For more information, please call us at 213.201.1547 or 562.247.7353.

Please see calendar for a list of all activities with links to virtual meetings.

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Get in Touch

For more information please contact

Brian Risley

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Emmanuel Sanchez-Ramos

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APLA Health thanks

for their generous support of HIVE

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