Chicago House is committed to preventing new HIV transmissions and ensuring that individuals who are faced with a diagnosis are linked to care. As part of the local and global Getting to Zero effort, we provide essential health services to individuals vulnerable to HIV to eliminate the HIV epidemic by the year 2030.
HIV Prevention Can Be Hard.
Getting PrEP Shouldn’t Be.
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is a medication that prevents HIV. The goal of PrEP is to stop HIV-acquisition before potential exposure to the virus. This is done by taking an oral pill or by getting an injection every 2 months. Anyone not living with HIV is eligible for PrEP.
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) is another medication that prevents HIV. The goal of PEP is to disrupt HIV-acquisition after potential exposure to the virus. Anyone not living with HIV and who believes they have come into contact with HIV within the past 1-3 days is eligible for PEP.
Chicago House provides linkage to medical care, eliminating barriers to adhering to medications and receiving other supportive wraparound services, including: housing, employment, insurance and benefit navigation to individuals newly diagnosed, those who are highly vulnerable, and those who are living with HIV.
Contact: Owen Davis at 312.852.9533..
Our case managers work one-on-one with individuals living with HIV to achieve healthy and independent lives through professional and therapeutic relationships. Case managers provide guidance through medical insurance, financial assistance, adherence to medical appointments and medications, behavioral health and substance use, oral health, nutrition, transportation, and other basic needs on an ongoing basis.
Contact: Tom Hunter at 773.231.8017
A resource for greater adherence to HIV medication and PrEP
Chicago House offers pharmacy resources designed to improve and stabilize the lives of both Chicago House Ryan White clients and clients receiving preventative care coordination for PrEP. We understand that people face many challenges that become barriers to maintaining optimal health. Our partner pharmacy ensures that participants have access to, and can adhere to, all necessary HIV medications, including PrEP.
Individualized pharmacist, consultation, and support services
Full-service pharmacy equipped to handle all prescriptions for all medical needs
Fast, free, and confidential delivery within 24 hours
Optional delivery to the Chicago House office to eliminate barriers and ensure confidentiality
Copay assistance on all HIV and non-HIV meds, including PrEP
Emergency financial assistance to help people get and adhere to necessary medications. From security deposits to phone bills, we can assist with the financial barriers that keep our clients from achieving optimal healthcare
Contact: Fred Myrick at 773.280.7734