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AIDS Care Association| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9531 4742, 0413 397 620 | | address:
| | PO Box 2272, St Kilda West VIC 3182 | | description:
| | A community based volunteer group, offering care and companionship to all people affected by HIV/AIDS in St. Kilda and surrounding areas. |
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AIDS Housing Action Group| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | accommodation | | phone:
| | 03 9417 4311, 1800 674 311 | | URL:
| | http://www.ahag.org.au | | address:
| | 365 Hoddle St, Collingwood, 3066 | | description:
| | The AIDS Housing Action Group is a community based state-wide housing service for people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA), and is committed to the provision of safe, secure, affordable and appropriate housing. AHAG provides a housing advice and referral service, support services and operates an advice, education and consultation service for housing workers, community organisations and health workers. |
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AIDS Memorial Candelight Vigil & Quilt Project Melbourne Inc| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | groups - mixed | | phone:
| | (03) 9826 1954 | | URL:
| | http://www.aidsquilt.org.au | | description:
| | he quilt workshops are an opportunity for people to make panels for partners, sons, daughters, relatives and friends who have died of AIDS. Workshops held monthly. New members welcome. |
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Alfred Hospital - HIV/ AIDS Services | category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | Switchboard: (03) 9276 2000; Infectious Diseases Outpatients: 9076 6081 | | email:
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| | URL:
| | http://www.alfredhealth.org.au/hivaidsservice/ | | address:
| | Commercial Rd / PO Box 315, Prahran VIC 3181 | | description:
| | Confidential services consist of HIV Specialist Medical Services, inpatient unit, day care facility, allied health care such as social work, physiotherapy, nutrition, psychology & occupational therapy. Outpatient clinic Mon - Fri, and specialist HIV outreach programs. Free clinic for anyone who is HIV positive or concerned about HIV. Phone between: 8.15am-4.30pm for an appointment. |
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ARCHSHS Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health & Society| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | health - general | | URL:
| | http://www.latrobe.edu.au/arcshs/ | | description:
| | The Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society (ARCSHS) was established as the Centre for the Study of Sexually Transmissible Diseases in October 1992 as an independent research unit within the Faculty of Health Sciences. ARCSHS has a multi-disciplinary team of staff with qualifications and expertise in psychology, anthropology, sociology, public health, health promotion, methodology, epidemiology, education, women's health, consumer advocacy and health policy. |
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Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations - AFAO| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | interstate resources | | phone:
| | (02) 9557 9399 | | URL:
| | http://www.afao.org.au | | address:
| | 222 King Street, Newtown NSW 2042 | | description:
| | AFAO is the peak non-government organisation representing Australia's community-based response to HIV/AIDS. AFAO's work includes education, policy, advocacy and international projects. |
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Centre for Culture, Enthicity and Health| category:
| | health - general | | 2nd category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | URL:
| | http://www.ceh.org.au/ | | description:
| | Health information for culturally diverse in other languages as well as gamblers help etc. | | keywords:
| | Health migrant translate foreign |
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Complementary Therapies Group (for AIDS/HIV)| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9863 0444, (03) 9416 1796 Kevin | | URL:
| | http://www.vicaids.asn.au/content/ContentPage.asp?SectionID=24 | | address:
| | C/- Positive Living Centre, 51 Commercial Road, South Yarra VIC 3181 | | description:
| | Anyone interested is welcome to explore the benefits of massage, Reiki, Shiatsu, meditation, alternative medicine, etc. Emphasis being on a positive uplifting approach. Informal confidential and social. |
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Connect HIV/Sexual Health Phoneline| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | 1800 038 125 Free Call | | URL:
| | http://www.plwhavictoria.org.au | | description:
| | Replaces the Old Aidsline Service. Monday to Friday 11-00 am to 7-00 PM. Sat/Sun 4-00 PM to 7-00 PM |
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Down an' Dirty| category:
| | health - sexual | | 2nd category:
| | none | | URL:
| | http://www.downandirty.org/ | | description:
| | The website is designed for gay men and it is all about sexual practices, recreational drug use and gives the opportunity to ask questions. |
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Education+resource centre (the Alfred Hosp)| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03)9276 6993 | | email:
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| | URL:
| | http://www.hivhepsti.info/ | | address:
| | Fairfield House, Moubray Street, Prahran Melbourne Victoria 3181 Australia | | description:
| | The E+RC is a free statewide community service for all Victorians. We provide information on HIV/AIDS, hepatitis and sexually transmissible infections (STIs).You are welcome to visit and browse the latest resources. Our health educator and librarian can assist you in finding information. |
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Fresh| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | youth | | phone:
| | (03) 9863 0444 Gina Greco 1800 134 840 | | email:
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| | URL:
| | http://www.vicaids.asn.au | | description:
| | Social & support for young HIV+ people under 30 years of age. Partners & friends welcome |
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Glenhuntly Terrace Special Accomodation| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9571 2555 Fiona Cheong | | address:
| | 164 Grange Road, Glenhuntly VIC 3163 | | description:
| | AIDS care facility offering suitable accommodation for couples. |
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Hepatitis C Council of Vic Inc| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9380 4644, 1800 703 003 | | email:
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| | URL:
| | http://www.hepcvic.org.au | | address:
| | 5/200 Sydney Road, Brunswick VIC 3056 | | description:
| | Community based organisation providing information, education, community support, advocacy, and referral services to those affexted by Hepatitis C. |
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HIV Assistance Association Inc| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9534 7419 | | description:
| | Supply emergency household furniture on loan. Assoc can only supply furniture they have in stock, clients name placed on list, notified when item available. Operated totally by volunteers. |
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HIV/AIDS Legal Centre (HALC)| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | legal | | phone:
| | (03) 9863 0444, 1800 134 840 | | address:
| | 6 Claremont St, South Yarra VIC 3141 | | description:
| | HALC is a legal centre which provdes free legal advice and referral to people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. Sessions fortnightly each Thursday 7.00pm - 9.00pm. If you need an appointment to see a lawyer, contact the centre Mon - Thurs 10.30am - 8.30pm Fri 10.30am - 5.30pm HALC assists with, making a will, power of attorney, superannuation and insurance, immigration and travel, social security, family law and employment |
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HIV+ Peer Support Group| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9863 0444 Peer Support Officer, 1800 134 840 | | address:
| | Positive Living Centre, 51 Commercial Road, South Yarra VIC 3181 | | description:
| | Confidential info regarding peer support groups, positive youth groups, and other activities. |
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MacFarlane Burnet Centre (The) for Medical Research Ltd| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9282 2111, 0418 326 743 | | email:
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| | URL:
| | http://www.burnet.edu.au | | description:
| | Research Centre for Virology, focusing on the causes, treatment, and prevention of HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis. |
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Male & Transgender Project| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | transgender | | phone:
| | (03) 9534 8166, (03) 9525 4492, 0408 387 346 | | URL:
| | http://www.sexworker.org.au/SexGenderDiverse.aspx | | description:
| | The male & transgender project provides health education about HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, and STIs. Support, advocacy, and referral for sex workers across Victoria. All services free & confidential. |
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Melbourne Sexual Health Centre| category:
| | health - sexual | | 2nd category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | phone:
| | 9341 6200,1800 032 017 | | URL:
| | http://www.mshc.org.au/ | | address:
| | 580 Swanston Street | | description:
| | Testing and treatment for all STIs . |
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Morris Street Medical Centre| category:
| | health - sexual | | 2nd category:
| | health - general | | phone:
| | (03) 9859 6891 | | address:
| | 1 Morris Street, North Balwyn VIC 3104 | | description:
| | Gay friendly GP. Interests include sexual health, STD & HIV testing, counselling & preventative care |
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Negative Partners| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9865 6700 Vic Perri, (03) 9865 6700 Nicci Rossel | | email:
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| | address:
| | 6 Claremont Street, South Yarra VIC 3141 | | description:
| | Are you a Negative Gay man in a relationship with a HIV Positive Man? You are not alone. Join this 10 week group for neg guys with pos partners. Explore and Share info. You also get great info on what your pos partner is going through. Free, Safe, Confidential. |
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NEGATIVE PARTNERS GROUP| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9865 6700 BH | | URL:
| | http://www.vicaids.asn.au | | description:
| | (a project of the Counselling Services Program, VAC/GMHC run in collaboration with PLWHA Victoria) |
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People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA)| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9863 8733 | | email:
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| | URL:
| | http://www.plwhavictoria.org.au | | address:
| | Coventry House, Suite 1, 111 Coventry Street Southbank VIC 3006 | | description:
| | This organisation assists people with HIV/AIDS to improve their quality of life through information, advice, advocacy, support, and representation. Publications, forums, speakers, Treatments Action Group. |
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PEP - Post Exposure Prophlaxis| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9276 6081 BH, 1800 889 887 Free Call | | URL:
| | http://www.hivhepsti.info/ | | address:
| | Alfred Hospital, Commercial Road, Prahran VIC | | description:
| | Been exposed to HIV through unprotected sex, or through sharing injecting equipment? PEP is most effictive within 72 hours of exposure. Neither easy nor 100% effective. Involves 28 days of meds. Call the Alfred ASAP to discuss. |
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Positive Attitude Inc| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9471 0033 Yvonne | | address:
| | Fitzroy Community Centre, Alexandra Pde, Fitzroy | | description:
| | Drop in lunch held weekly, and a BBQ 1st Sunday of each month for HIV/Aids affected people, including friends, carers, partners and family. Lunches and BBQ’s held at Fitzroy Community Centre, Alexandra Pde, Fitzroy |
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Positive Counselling HIV / Hep C Incorporated| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9530 2311 | | email:
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| | URL:
| | http://www.williamsroad.vic.edu.au | | address:
| | Williams Road Family Therapy Centre, 3 Williams Road | | description:
| | Free counselling service for people affected or infected by HIV/AIDS or Hep C (Includes partners, family, carers and friends). Available Fridays at The Bouverie Centre in Flemington. Call for an appointment / details. Message service Mon-Thurs. |
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Positive Living (AIDS Publication) - in B.New.S or MCV| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9863 0444, 1800 622 795 | | URL:
| | http://www.vicaids.asn.au/Content/ContentPage.asp?SectionID=24 | | address:
| | 51 Commercial Road, South Yarra VIC 3141 | | description:
| | Drop in centre for people living with HIV/AIDS, which offers support and an informal meeting place. Low cost meals freely available; massage, alternative therapies, haircutting services all available at low cost. Membership free to positive people. Also co-ordinate peer support groups which run over 10 weeks. Free and confidential. For confidential peer support call: 9534 2142 or toll free on 1800 622 795. |
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Positive Living (AIDS Publication) - in MCV| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | media | | phone:
| | (03) 9865 6700 | | address:
| | C/- VAC, 6 Claremont St, South Yarra VIC 3141 | | description:
| | A newsletter for all people affected by HIV/AIDS, with up to date information on treatment/lifestyle. Found between the pages of the (MCV or B.New.S). Updated monthly. Can be mailed out separately. Produced by people living with HIV/AIDS Program of VAC/GMHC |
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Positive Women (Vic) Inc.| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | groups - women | | phone:
| | (03) 9076 6918 | | email:
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| | URL:
| | http://www.positivewomen.org.au | | address:
| | Street: Fairfield House, Moubray Street, Melbourne, Victoria Post: PO Box 222 Prahran VIC 3181 | | description:
| | Support, referral and advocacy for women living with HIV/AIDS. We provide information on women & HIV to the community. |
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Positively Professional| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | groups - mixed | | email:
| |
| | URL:
| | |options=W | | address:
| | PO Box 388, Bentleigh VIC 3165 | | description:
| | Social group aimed at professional and employed positive people (although those not currently employed are equally welcome), fostering and promoting an affirmative and fun social environment. Call after 6.30pm. | | flag:
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RhED - Resourcing Health Education in Sex Industry| category:
| | alcohol & drugs | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9534 8166, (03) 9537 2453 | | description:
| | Rhed provides education, training, support, information & health advice on a state-wide basis to all sex workers, and significant others of people involved in the industry. |
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Royal Melbourne Hospital - HIV Service |
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Rural Hep C Network| category:
| | alcohol & drugs | | 2nd category:
| | regional | | phone:
| | (03) 5443 2299 | | email:
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| | URL:
| | http://www.can.org.au/Pages/Hepatitis_C.aspx | | description:
| | Provides resources, adocacy, referral and educational for people infected and affected with Hepatitis C. |
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Staying Negative |
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Straight Arrows| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | 1800 064 398, (03) 9276 2000: Alfred Hospital Switch, (03) 9525 4455: PLC, (03) 9276 3792 Direct Line | | email:
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| | URL:
| | http://www.straightarrows.org.au | | address:
| | Fairfield House, Alfred Hospital, Prahran VIC 3181 | | description:
| | A support group for HIV positive men who identify as heterosexual, which aims to provide support, information and social opportunities to men living throughout Victoria. Range of members — married, single, parents etc. Support meetings are held third Monday of each month. BBQs, film nights etc also organised. Confidentiality a condition of membership. |
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Victorian AIDS Council (VAC) / Gay Men's Health Centre (GMHC)| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | none | | phone:
| | (03) 9865 6700, 1800 134 840 Freecall | | email:
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| | URL:
| | http://www.vicaids.asn.au | | address:
| | 6 Claremont St, South Yarra VIC 3141 | | description:
| | VAC provides a range of confidential and non-discriminatory services to people living with HIV/AIDS, their families, friends and lovers. Counselling is available for gay men and other men and women affected or infected by HIV/AIDS. Fees on a sliding scale. Ring duty worker from 2-4pm to make an appointment for an assessment. Referral also available. Male and female counsellors available. |
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Well, Well, Well |
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Women on Women's Health |
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Xtribe - Sexual Health Website| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | web | | email:
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| | URL:
| | http://www.xtribe.net.au | | description:
| | Website for Gay and Lesbian Health Information |
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Youth Health Program (Prahran)| category:
| | health - HIV/AIDS & Hep C | | 2nd category:
| | youth | | phone:
| | (03) 9534 0981, 1855 1324 | | address:
| | 240 Malvern Rd, Prahran VIC 3181 | | description:
| | Program of the inner south community health service for at-risk/disadvantaged young people under 25 years old. Also based in St Kilda (see separate card). Centre based services include dental and medical services (contraception, general health care) and face-to-face counselling. Gay/lesbian friendly. Also runs a youth health bus which visits street venues in St Kilda on Wed/Thurs afternoons/evenings. Bus provides free fits, condoms, some health care, information and referrals. |
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