Greater Hartford's Leading Provider of HIV / AIDS Programs
Latino Community Services is a leading provider of HIV/AIDS programs in the State of Connecticut. Programs are community-based and culturally competent, adhering to the highest standards of evidence-based practice while also recognizing the importance of a holistic approach to physical and emotional well-being. Services are provided throughout the Hartford Transitional Grant Area (TGA), which includes Hartford, Middlesex, and Tolland Counties.
Ryan White Part A – provides essential medical care and support services for people living with HIV in areas hardest hit by the epidemic. Through local health departments and community organizations, it provides primary care, case management, mental health support, and housing assistance, focusing on early diagnosis, retention in care, and better health outcomes, especially for vulnerable populations like people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those facing homelessness or substance use challenges.
Ryan White B – helps people living with HIV access medical care, support services, and life-saving medications across states and territories. Funded through the federal Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, Part B supports services like health insurance assistance, case management, and the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP), ensuring care is available to uninsured and underserved communities. The program works to improve health outcomes and reduce barriers to care statewide.
Project KIKI (Keeping Involvement Through Knowledge and Insight) – is a program by Latino Community Services (LCS) in Hartford, Connecticut, dedicated to supporting men who have sex with men (MSM), bisexual, and transgender (male-to-female) individuals of color aged 18 and older. This 12-month initiative focuses on HIV prevention and education, aiming to reduce the risk of HIV transmission within these communities. By providing culturally competent services and fostering community engagement, Project KIKI strives to address health disparities and promote overall well-being among its participants.
