HIV/AIDS

All HIV/AIDS courses and programs are customized to meet individual and group needs. For further information, please contact:

Preparedness & Training Department
American Red Cross Pioneer Valley Chapter
506 Cottage Street
Springfield, MA 01104
413-737-4306 or DaughtreyLiebchenK@usa.redcross.org

Starter Facts / Facts Practice

The pre-course skills to becoming an HIV Instructor. The course builds the foundations of HIV knowledge and helps build a comfort level in answering questions about HIV/AIDS.

Basic HIV/AIDS Program

Presented by instructors specially trained to lead discussions about the facts on HIV transmission and prevention and teach risk assessment, decision making and communication skills through role play and discussion.

Act Smart

This HIV/AIDS curriculum guide, developed with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America, supports teaching for children ages 6 to 17. Session outlines include activities, discussions, handouts and more. Course activities focus on:

• Understanding the transmission and prevention of HIV

• Identifying risky behaviors

• Developing skills and healthy behaviors to reduce the risk of exposure

• Becoming comfortable interacting with people living with HIV/AIDS

The Party

Teenagers discuss HIV/AIDS. The presentation is video based.

Community Books for Sale:

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The Talking Drums: A Leader's Guide to Building HIV Prevention Skills in African American Communities - $14.50

The Talking Drums: A Workbook for Building HIV Prevention Skills in African American Communities - $14.50 This product can assist with diversity outreach.

Bridging the Gap Between Knowing and Doing: A Leaders Guide for Building HIV Prevention Skills in Hispanic/Latino Communities - $14.50

Don't Forget Sherrie: Leader's Guide, African American HIV/AIDS Program for Youth - $14.50

All classes will be held at the American Red Cross, Pioneer Valley Chapter,      506 Cottage Street, Springfield MA 01104, unless otherwise noted. Advance registration is required for all classes.