Support for people living with HIV
By bringing together religious, secular, corporate and non-profit organizations, TIHAN is creating an inclusive support network for people living with HIV
Please help TIHAN continue to support our neighbors living with HIV/AIDS by clicking on one of the buttons below. Thank you!
BECOME A VOLUNTEER
Take the chance to use your gifts to make a positive difference in our partners lives.
GET SUPPORT
Find out more about our services and resources to help your health and well being.
CAREPARTNER STORIES
Learn more about the people living with HIV in the Tucson area that TIHAN Serves
ABOUT US
Through education and support, we—as individuals and faith communities—work to build bridges, reduce stigma and sustain hope. We invite the community to join us in an informed, sensitive and compassionate response to those affected by HIV/AIDS.
EDUCATION
We provide HIV awareness, education, and prevention programs to help address the stigma and to build knowledge, understanding, and support.
SUPPORT
We offer numerous and unique support services for people living with HIV, providing classes, resources, and services to help people with HIV to live well.
WORK WITH INTERFAITH COMMUNITIES
We engage faith communities to learn and serve the needs of the HIV community in Southern Arizona.
PROVIDING RESOURCES
We are committed to finding and creating resources for education, awareness, and community engagement.
TIMELINE OF HIV (1981-2024)
Sharing The Story A Timeline of HIV (PDF Click to view)
TIHAN TIMELINE OF 30 YEARS
30 Years of Stories and People (PDF Click to view)
HOW WE’VE HELPED
CarePackages Distributed
Meals Served At Poz Cafe
Average Yearly Volunteers
(Pre-COVID)
Featured CarePartner Story
This CarePartner Has A Message for TIHAN Donors, Volunteers and Staff
“Please tell them thank you.” He repeated this several times to Scott Blades, TIHAN Executive Director. “Please tell them thank you from me.” I promised him I would.
He’s one of our CarePartners living with HIV, and he shared his story with me, but said he isn’t ready for us to use his name or photo. “That’s OK,” I told him. “Our donors and volunteers understand there’s still stigma related to HIV, and we know that it’s just too risky for some people”
He shared with me story after story about how you have impacted his life, helped him when no one else would. When he was getting sober. When he did his best to deal with depression. When he has trouble getting through the month’s expenses. When he and his husband decided they couldn’t move to be with family because of the threat of gaybashing. When he seeks out resources and classes to improve his life. When you donate prizes for bingo, one of his favorite distractions. Last Christmas when there were no gifts in the household. These are some of the stories he shared with me about when you helped him.
You Are Not Alone
Your health and well-being are foremost in our minds. We at TIHAN stand with you in good times and during challenging times. Please know that there are a wealth of mental/ behavioral health resources available to offer support.
Read Our Latest Newsletter
E-Newsletter October 2024
Scott BladesExecutive Director Quick Links to This Month's Articles Message from Scott Blades Poz Café Moves to a New Home TIHAN Partnership with Lions Club and Petersen HIV Clinics leads to better eyesight for people living with HIV in...
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