When he first came to COL in 2006, he had just been diagnosed the week before. He says, “I was afraid because I didn’t have all of my facts straight about HIV. I thought it would all go downhill from that point. The change for me came when I saw … [Read more...]
Client Story: Mary*
When she first found out she was HIV positive, “denial” was her first reaction as she tried to figure out, “Why me?” After she received her diagnosis, the challenges came and continue to come.“I am learning how to deal with situations that I used … [Read more...]
Client Story: John*
I had just started working at a fast-food place when I met a young lady who had HIV but I didn't know. She appeared on my doorstep strung out. I tried to help her, but it ended up pulling me down. After about a year, she got very sick. . . I ended up … [Read more...]