US: Find out where to go for free, or low-cost, HIV services, regardless of immigration status
In New York, care for HIV and AIDS is free or low-cost for anyone, regardless of immigration status.
In New York, care for HIV and AIDS is free or low-cost for anyone, regardless of immigration status. People from the age of 12 can have walk-in free HIV tests in services at NYC sexual health clinics.
Only two clinics, Fort Greene Express at 295 Flatbush Extension in Brooklyn and Chelsea Express at 303 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan, offer appointment scheduling. You can schedule an appointment in one of these two locations. Parental consent is not necessary for tests and assistance.
The NYC Health Department asks for a fee for sexual health services given to adults (age 19 and over). They can use their insurance plan to pay for the visit. Those without health insurance or who don’t want to use it will be asked to pay a sliding scale fee based on their family size and yearly income. They will not be asked for proof of family size or yearly income.
But, without insurance and money, you will still get services. Payments are not collected at the clinics. Get more information about the billing fees.
What kind of AIDS and HIV-related services do New York City sexual health clinics provide?
- HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)
- Individuals who have received an HIV diagnosis and wish to commence HIV treatment for the first time can initiate their treatment.
- People who suspect they may have HIV-related symptoms can receive a medical evaluation to determine their condition.
- Medical evaluation for people who might have or have been exposed to HIV
- Individuals aged 12 and above can have HIV testing, even with no symptoms.
- HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis initiation and counseling are available by appointment only through the NYC Sexual Health Clinics hotline at 347-396-7959
NYC Sexual Health Clinics in New York:
Morissania Sexual Health Clinic
1309 Fulton Avenue, Bronx
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon, and 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Jamaica Sexual Health Clinic
90-37 Parsons Boulevard, Queens
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon, and 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Corona Sexual Health Clinic
34-33 Junction Boulevard, Queens
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon, and 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Fort Green Sexual Health Clinic
295 Flatbush Avenue Extension, Second Floor, Brooklyn
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon, and 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Fort Green Express Clinic
295 Flatbush Avenue Extension, First Floor, Brooklyn
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon, and 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Chelsea Sexual Health Clinic
303 9th Avenue, Manhattan
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Chelsea Express Sexual Health Clinic
303 9th Avenue, Manhattan
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
These clinics are closed on the last Thursday of every month. They are open at 10 a.m. on the third Tuesday of every month. They may close early on other days once capacity is reached.
Visit NYC Health Map to find the provider nearest to you by clicking here. You can also text “CARE” to 877-877, to find a provider close to your location.
Contact New York State HIV/AIDS Information Hotline: 800-541-2437
Free self-test kits:
To request free HIV self-test kits, you can contact an agency participating in the Community Home Test Giveaway program. You will find them on the NYC Health Map. Click on Sexual health services, HIV testing, and on free self-test, click yes.
Housing programs for people living with HIV and AIDS in New York:
The NYC Health Department runs housing programs for low-income people living with HIV and AIDS in New York and their families. The Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) provides permanent housing and supportive services through congregate or scattered-site apartments for people with HIV and AIDS. HOPWA also offers long-term rental assistance and housing placement assistance to help individuals maintain stable housing and improve their quality of life. Find a HOPWA near you.
The Ryan White Part A Housing Program offers short-term and transitional housing opportunities, rental assistance, and placement assistance for eligible people with HIV and AIDS to maintain access to medical care and treatment. The program provides short-term supportive housing through congregate facilities or scattered-site apartments, time-limited rental assistance, and permanent housing placement through counseling, referral services, and additional support.
Organizations with free assistance for people living with HIV and AIDS:
The Institute for Family Health
Manhattan
The Institute for Family Health
230 West 17th Street (between 7th & 8th Avenues)
New York, NY 10011
(212) 206-5200
Family Health Center of Harlem
1824 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10035
(212) 423-4500
Bronx
Urban Horizons Family Health Center
50 E 168th St, Bronx, NY 10452
(718) 293-3900
Hudson Valley
Kingston Family Health Center
1 Family Practice Dr, Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-6400
Ellenville Family Health Center
6 Healthy Way, Ellenville, NY 12428
(845) 647-4500
People living with HIV and AIDS in New York can benefit from transportation services to medical care services, peer support groups; job coaching, basic internet and computer skills, housing, and stabilization services.
87 North Clinton Avenue
Rochester, NY 14604
(585) 546-7220
1099 Jay Street
Building J
Rochester, NY 14611
(585) 339-9800
Members of the Caribbean LGBTQ+ community living with HIV/AIDS in New York will find free assistance and services at the Caribbean Equality Project. These services include free testing, sex education, condoms, and PrEP and PEP referrals.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (347) 709-3179
A nonprofit organization that provides multiple services to help people enhance their quality of life. Camba has prevention services for people with HIV/AIDS and populations at risk of HIV transmission.
Address: 1720 Church Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11226
Phone: 718-287-2600
Email: [email protected]
Haitian immigrants with HIV/AIDS will find Haitian Creole services and assistance in these organizations.
Caribbean Women’s Health Association
CWHA provides programs that enhance individual well-being, strengthen families, and empower communities. These programs are designed to provide comprehensive, integrated, culturally appropriate, and coordinated services that are easily accessible to those who need them.
Address: 3512 Church Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Phone: (929) 399-8070
Diaspora Community Services
Diaspora Community Services has been serving low-income residents, immigrants, and individuals with chronic illnesses in Brooklyn since its establishment in 1981. The organization offers various culturally sensitive services and support programs to meet the community’s needs. Here are some of the services immigrants will find at DCS:
Address: 921B East New York Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Phone: (718) 399-0200
Email: [email protected]
