This community forum was founded by the publishers of POZ magazine in 2005.
Registered users can post three free messages per day.
When registered, you’re able to opt to receive or send private messages.
If you’re interested in meeting and dating others with HIV, POZ offers a separatedating site.
The Well Projectis a nonprofit organization dedicated to the needs of women and girls living with HIV.
Additionally, the Well Project maintains two blogs: the English-languageA Girl Like Meand the Spanish-languageUna Chica Como Yo.
THRIVE SS stands for “Transforming HIV Resentment Into Victories Everlasting Support Services.”
THRIVE SS is free, but it asks members to donate if they can afford to do so.
That’s why many fizzle out a year or so later.
One Facebook community that’s been able to sustain momentum for more than seven years isPoz Place.
As a private Facebook group, Poz Place requires registration and an agreement to adhere to community rules.
This not only ensures confidentiality but provides users with an open, honest, and non-judgmental environment.
With nearly 6,000 registered members, Poz Place is among the largest private support groups on Facebook.
And that’s no small thing.
There is a dedicated forum and chat room, along with wellness challenges.
Addressing the barriers to treatment and care in young people with HIV is different from those in older adults.
Positive Peers is free, but it’s only available for people between the ages of 13 and 34.
This allows users to connect with others taking the same drugs or experiencing the same health concerns.
Choosing the group that’s right for you depends on your individual needs.
There is not a one-size-fits-all solution for everyone.
By and large, online HIV support groups do not cost anything.
Many are run by nonprofit organizations, and even those operated by commercial entities offer free limited access.
Registration is typically required, and some sites have eligibility criteria.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Fast facts: HIV and gay and bisexual men.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Fast facts: HIV in the United States by age.
