Testing Together

Testing Together is a new public health strategy that occurs when two or more persons who are in- or planning to be in a sexual relationship receive HIV testing services together (including their HIV test results). This service facilitates communication and disclosure of HIV status. It also supports linkage to HIV medical care, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and/or other appropriate services. (Source: CDC)

Appointments for Testing Together are mandatory (sorry, no walk-ins). To schedule a confidential HIV test contact us at 860-970-0944.

Outreach

Our Prevention Team provides outreach in various forms. From grassroots, pound-the-pavement outreach to formalized presentations, our outreach team imparts knowledge on HIV, STDs, sexual health, general health, harm reduction and many other topics. Our outreach team also gives out informational materials, condoms and other supplies, in addition to making referrals for supportive services.

Linkage to Care

When a prevention client tests HIV+, our Prevention Team refers and links the client to appropriate care services. Referrals include supplemental HIV testing to confirm the rapid test preliminary positive, Partner Services, health care and other care services the client may need. The Prevention Team also follows up with the client to try to keep them engaged in care.