Whether you are looking for information and resources for yourself, or for someone that you love - you have come to the right place! People diagnosed with HIV can live a long and healthy life with proper care and treatment. It is important to work with a doctor to stay healthy, for yourself and others. If you need help finding a medical provider, health insurance, or other resources, assistance is available.
It is important for your health that you work with a medical provider to treat your HIV as soon as possible. Your medical provider will probably put you on medicines used to treat HIV called antiretrovirals, or ARVs. These medicines keep you healthy by working to lower the amount of HIV in your body. Often times the amount of HIV in your body can be lowered to the point that it cannot be measured by standard lab tests. This is called undetectable, or being virally suppressed. In addition to keeping you healthy, being virally suppressed prevents the spread of HIV to other people. This is called U=U or Undetectable=Untransmittable.
HIV FAQs
You or a loved one might have lots of questions when it comes to HIV. Get answers to some of the most commonly asked questions when it comes to the HIV basics. If you've got the basics covered then you can venture into other FAQs on STDs, PrEP, and treatment. If you have questions, you can find answers.
Financial Help
Do not let the worry of treatment and medication costs stop you from seeking the care that you need. There are many programs that will cover the financial costs to help you stay in care and remain healthy. If you are low-income and uninsured these programs can cover all your costs. If you have health insurance, these programs would help by covering out-of-pocket costs. Some programs may even assist in paying premiums for marketplace insurance plans.
Most programs fall under two categories: government-funded medication assistance programs, or other patient assistance programs. In Virginia, the commonly used government-funded program is called the Virginia Medication Assistance Program, or VA MAP.
Other patient assistance programs do not have to follow federal regulations. They use funds from sources such as pharmaceutical companies, health foundations, etc. Sometimes private programs are specific in what they cover under their programs. Clients often use private programs if there is a waitlist on government programs, or if they are taking a unique medication that isn't covered by a government program.
It could be possible that a person would use multiple programs to meet all their needs.
Applying for financial help can seem complex and stressful. It could be helpful to work with your case manager. A case manager will ensure you find all the help and resources that meet your specific needs.
Virginia Ryan White Resources
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Enroll in Health Benefits
VA MAP and enrollment partner Benalytics will help enroll you into a health insurance and/or Medicaid program that meets your needs.
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Check If You Qualify
See if you meet the eligibility requirements for HIV Care Services in Virginia. You'll need proof of residence, income, and HIV status.
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Find a Local Agency
Local Ryan White agencies can help you complete your eligibility assessment and connect you to services in your area.
Ryan White Provider Map
- Part A: Funds are awarded to eligible metropolitan areas (EMAs) with 2,000 reported AIDS cases over the past five years, and transitional grant areas (TGAs) with 1,000 to 1,999 reported AIDS cases in the past five years. EMAs and TGAs must have a population of at least 50,000. EMAs must establish planning councils to assess needs, develop care plans and set priorities for funding. Localities in Northern Virginia receives funding through the Washington, D.C. EMA, administered by the Washington D.C., HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD and TB Administration. Portions of Eastern Virginia and one county in North Carolina receive Part A funding as part of the Norfolk TGA with funds administered by the Norfolk Public Health Department.
- Part B: Funds are provided to states and territories. Grantees provided core medical and support services directly or through subrecipients. Part B recipients administer funds for the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) for all eligible Ryan White clients, regardless of the Ryan White Program under which they are being served. Virginia’s ADAP Program is called the Virginia Medication Assistance Program. Congress earmarks specific Part B funds for ADAP (drugs and insurance purchases) that cannot be used for other purposes. Part B also includes funds for Emerging Communities (EMAs with 500-999 cumulative AIDS cases over the past five years). The Richmond EMA receives Emerging Communities funding. Part Bs are charged with coordinating services with recipients of Parts A, C and D.
- Part C: Funds are competitively awarded directly to public and private organizations for ambulatory health and early intervention services such as primary health care, testing, case management, risk reduction counseling, etc.
- Part D: Funds are competitively awarded to public and private organizations for family-centered and community-based services to children, youth and women living with HIV and their families. Services include outreach, primary and specialty medical care and psychosocial support services.
Other Resources
Find resources below that may help Virginia Ryan White clients access medical, social, or other needs.
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Information and announcements from the Virginia Ryan White Part B Program
VA MAP (called ADAP in other areas) provides access to medications for the treatment of HIV and related illnesses for low-income clients
VA MAP's authorized partner, Benalytics, who helps eligible clients enroll for insurance coverage