Home Staff and Board BP News Publications Articles Outreach/Education Community Advisors Volunteering Help Line Support Groups Events Friends of BP How to Donate Contact Us Search	Frequently Asked Questions about Body Positive, Inc. I am in crisis, what should I do? If you feel that you are in crisis at the moment and need help right now with a physical or psychological problem, you should take immediate action such as by calling 911 or visiting a hospital emergency room. If you feel in crisis but do not need help right now, you could call the toll-free Body Positive Helpline at 1-800-566-6599 (Monday to Friday, 10am to 6pm), or e-mail us by clicking here. You can also receive referrals from service organizations, medical practitioners, health care workers, case managers, and others who provide social services and support. Where can I find general information about HIV/AIDS? There is an enormous body of information available about HIV/AIDS on the Internet, so much so that it can be overwhelming. We suggest two strategies. One would be to do a general search, through a portal such as www.yahoo.com or www.google.com. If you try this approach, be sure to be as absolutely specific as you can in the words you search, or you may be overwhelmed with irrelevant information. Another good strategy is to visit the comprehensive HIV/AIDS website www.thebody.com and follow their clearly marked links to the specific information you are seeking. You can also receive general information about HIV/AIDS by calling the the toll-free Body Positive Helpline at 1-800-566-6599 (Monday to Friday, 10am to 6pm) or another HIV/AIDS Hotline. What services and programs does Body Positive provide? Body Positive provides a wide range of services including a Helpline, support groups, treatment education, magazines, and this website. We also have periodic special events. Most services and programs are open to the general public, but some may have certain requirements, for example support groups designed for particular types of people. For more on these programs and services, click on the appropriate button on the left of this screen. Who receives services and programs from Body Positive? Our services are provided mostly to people living with HIV and others whose lives are affected by HIV, such as the partners, family, and friends of HIV-positive individuals. Our in-person services, such as our support groups and special events, are provided in New York City, but our Helpline, magazines, and website have a broader reach. Most BP services are provided free of charge, although donations are always welcome and much appreciated. For more on these programs and services, click on the appropriate button on the left of this screen. What special events are upcoming at Body Positive? For a list of upcoming special events, click on the appropriate button on the left of this screen. . Where is Body Positive located? The main offices of Body Positive are in the South Street Seaport complex in Lower Manhattan. However, many of our programs and services are hosted at different locations around New York City, so always double-check where an event is being held. How can I contact Body Positive? Body Positive can be reached at 212-566-7333 or via e-mail by clicking here. Our mailing address is 19 Fulton Street, Suite 308B, New York, NY 10025. You can also call our nation-wide Helpline at 1-800-566-6599 (Monday to Friday, 10am to 6pm). The more specific that you can be in your communications, the more likely it is that we will be able to provide you with referrals or other assistance. How can I volunteer at Body Positive? BP relies heavily on the help of our volunteers to run our programs and services, and many types of volunteer assistance are always needed with almost all of our programs. For general information about volunteering, click on the link on the left of this screen marked "Volunteer." You can also contact Director of Volunteer and Client Support Services Chris Murphy at 212-566-7333 ext. 14 or by clicking here. Where does Body Positive receive its funding? Body Positive receives funding from a wide-range of public and private sources, especially but not only from the New York State AIDS Institute and from Title II of the Ryan White CARE Act. We also rely on the generosity of individual donors. If you would like to make a donation to Body Positive, please contact the office at 212-566-7333 or by clicking here.. For further information, click on the link on the left of this screen marked "How to Donate." How is Body Positive organized? The work of Body Positive is overseen by a Board of Directors and an Executive Director, who in turn supervises the work of four departments: Outreach and Education, Volunteer and Client Support Services, Publications, and Finance and Administration. Who are the current staff members at Body Positive? For a listing of current BP staff members, click on the link on the left of this screen marked "Staff and Board." How can I view back issues of Body Positive Magazine and SIDAahora? To view back issues of BP publications, click on theappropriate icon on the left of this page, either for our English-language magazine Body Positive or for our Spanish-language magazine SIDAahora. Through our partnership with www.thebody.com, all of our publications since 1996 can be viewed in their entirety online. How can I subscribe to Body Positive Magazine and SIDAahora? To receive information about a subscription, send an e-mail with the subject line “Seeking Subscripion Information” to either Body Positive Magazine or SIDAahora Magazine. What is Body Positive’s history? Body Positive was founded by a group of HIV-positive individuals and their allies in 1987. We have now been in existence for more than three-quarters of the recorded history of the AIDS epidemic, providing the services and programs throughout the greater New York City area and beyond. You can also read more about our mission and our creed by clicking on the the buttons at the top of this page. How can I provide feedback about this Website? Please send your comments and suggestions by clicking here. General Disclaimer: The information provided through Body Positive should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or a disease. Body Positive's website is designed for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem, consult your healthcare provider. If you have any questions or comments about this website, please e-mail us. Copyright © 2005 Body Positive, Inc. Website maintained and hosted by meitech.com.

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