Centre County Favorites is back!
Thanks to your incredible support last year, AR Health earned top honors, and now it’s time to do it again.
Voting opens May 19 at noon and runs through June 6 at 5:00 p.m.
You can vote once per day, so feel free to set a reminder if you’d like to show your support.
Just head over to VoteCentreCounty.com, and look for AR Health under “Medical Facility” in the “Health & Beauty” category.
Whether you vote once or every day, we’re so grateful to be part of your community.
Our offices will be closed on Monday, May 26.
Mission Statement
Guided by the principles of inclusivity, respect, and equity, our mission is to ensure that people living with HIV and the broader community, with a specific focus on providing the highest standard of care to LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, can access culturally competent healthcare, support, education, and resources. Our commitment extends beyond medical treatment, encompassing holistic care that addresses the physical, mental, and social aspects of health.
Our Services
Prevention & Education
Free condoms at our offices and educational programs for schools, groups, and businesses within the communities we serve.
Testing
Free or low-cost, confidential testing for HIV, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and hepatitis C in a safe and welcoming environment.
Connect to Care
Free resources to help those living with HIV live healthier lives, such as connecting clients to medical care and other social services.
Our Clinic
AIDS Resource understands the crucial role high-quality, comprehensive primary care plays in the lives of individuals living with HIV and members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community. To improve access to patient-centered care, we have opened a healthcare clinic that provides primary care services to these populations. Learn more at AR Health.
The Latest
Free Reproductive Health Products
We believe in supporting reproductive health for everyone. That’s why we offer free pregnancy tests, Opill, and Plan B to Pennsylvania residents. You don’t have to be one of our clients or patients to access these resources.
Opill is a daily, over-the-counter birth control pill that’s 98% effective—no doctor’s appointment or prescription required. It’s a progestin-only pill, offering a convenient option for pregnancy prevention. Want to learn more? Visit opill.com for all the details.
Plan B, also known as the morning-after pill, can help prevent pregnancy when taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex. Have questions about how it works? Visit planbonestep.com for more information.
Stop by our offices to pick up your free products. No appointment needed.
A generous grant from the Family Health Council of Central Pennsylvania proudly supports this initiative. Together, we are making menstrual equity a reality.
Free Menstrual Hygiene Products
Menstruation is a natural part of life, and everyone deserves access to essential menstrual hygiene products without the burden of cost. That is why we are thrilled to offer free pads, tampons, and menstrual cups to Pennsylvania residents. Every three months, you can pick up either two packages of tampons, two packages of pads, or one package of each. You can also receive a total of three menstrual cups. All items for free.
A generous grant from the Family Health Council of Central Pennsylvania proudly supports this initiative. Together, we are making menstrual equity a reality.
A Brief History of AIDS Resource
Dive into our journey and discover the milestones that define us. For more details, go to Our History page.
Ask the Doctor
Ask the Doctor is our educational series where Dr. Haussmann takes the lead in answering your health questions. We invite you to participate in this series by submitting your health questions to AskTheDoc@aidsresource.com and listening to the answers you seek on our YouTube channel.
We Embrace Diversity & Inclusivity
Our diversity and inclusion statement reflects our mission—to provide compassionate and culturally sensitive support to our clients and patients. We celebrate all people and are committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment. We strive to ensure our clients and patients feel respected, valued, and safe regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, age, religion, education, socioeconomic status, disability, or criminal history. We believe all people deserve access to services and care.
Interpretation Services
AIDS Resource recognizes that effective communication is essential for delivering high-quality care. We provide free language interpretation services to clients and patients whose primary language is not English and for American Sign Language (ASL).
Please ask us about this service.
Be the Change
Share your time and unique talents to improve the lives of our clients and communities. There are multiple volunteer opportunities available, from general office support to community events. As an AIDS Resource volunteer, you can find a role that’s right for you!
If you want to give back to your community and are at least 18 years of age, apply to our volunteer program. All volunteers will be required to complete a criminal background check and child abuse history clearance. Please note that applying does not guarantee your acceptance as a volunteer.
Acknowledgments
Global Health & Pharma has recognized AIDS Resource as the ‘Best HIV and LGBTQIA2S+ Health Support Provider’ in the United States. Global Health & Pharma is a reputable source of medical and healthcare information, acknowledging innovative efforts that are transforming the healthcare landscape.
Testimonials
Services the agency offers are second to none. They genuinely care about what they are doing, which shows in their work—the entire team. In an industry that is unfortunately still stigmatized, their efforts are noteworthy.
I’ve seen first-hand how much the staff cares about their community and clients. They are deeply committed to their work, consistently adapting their programs to meet needs and coming up with innovative solutions to help their clients and the community.
The staff at AIDS Resource in both the Williamsport and State College offices are incredibly dedicated and affirming employees. I have especially been impressed with their initiative to open and promote the boutique for non-binary people in the area who need a safe and comfortable place to shop. The staff are stable and dedicated to their work.
This is the best place to go for help. They genuinely want to help. Lots of places are hard to ask for help—it’s embarrassing, and they make you feel bad. Not at AIDS Resource. They make it easy to ask for help; usually, they offer it before you even need to ask. Very comfortable there. So happy to have them—I don’t know what I would do without them.