HIV Prevention Program Directory
MAINE
Maine Department of Health & Human Services
Division of Infectious Disease
286 Water Street, 9th Floor
Augusta, ME 04333
Phone: 207.287.3747
Web URL: http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/boh/ddc/hiv_std_vh.htm
Maine State HIV Prevention Programs
Wabanaki Mental Health Association
Program: HIV Counseling and Testing Program
Description of Program: The Wabanaki (wub-bub-noc-keig) Mental Health Association HIV Counseling and Testing Program is a division of Sweetser, which provides a variety of behavioral health services. The Program targets Native Americans in the provision of HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment services. The Program also targets the LGBTTS population. They render services to the five tribes of Maine and First Nations people residing in Canada. Their mission is to serve Native Americans by providing sound, high quality services.
Model(s) for Programs: Evidence-Based, Faith-Based, Popular Opinion Leader (POL)
Target Population:
Age(s): Non-Age Specific
Gender(s): Non-Gender Specific
Risk Population(s): MSM/IDU, MSM, Homeless, Youth, Incarcerated, LGBTTS, IDU, Heterosexual, HIV Positive, Commercial Sex Workers
Race/Ethnicity(s): Predominately American Indian; Serves Multiple Races/Ethnicities
Demographic Location: Rural, Urban, Reservation
Types of Activities Provided:
- Individual Level
- Group Level
- Community Level
- Counseling and Testing
- Outreach
- Health Education
- Case Management
- Traditional Services
Other Services Provided: Mental health, substance abuse counseling, case management relevant to HIV/AIDS and for other health related issues
Materials Developed:
Curriculum: Presentations for youth and other ages
Video/PSA(s): Native focuse HIV prevention PSA and another encouraging Native youth to get tested
Brochure(s): Information on HIV and where to receive treatment and Native Tribal Clinic Services in the area
Program Contact Information:
Wabanaki Mental Health Association
HIV Counseling and Testing Program
187 Exchange Street
Bangor, ME 04401
Phone: 207.990.0605 or 888.291.4956
Web: http://www.wabanaki.org
