THE HUB
WELCOME TO
EL CENTRO /
THE HUB
SERVICES
TESTING
The Hub provides safe, confidential, and quick testing services. We offer free HIV, Syphilis, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and Trichomoniasis testing. There is no need to make an appointment; just drop in!
PrEP CLINIC
PrEP is a daily pill for people who do not have HIV and are looking to stay HIV-negative. When taken as prescribed, PrEP reduces the risk of infection by up to 99% from sex and up to 70% for people who inject drugs.
REFERRAL TO CARE
Our overall goal is to help identify those who are living with HIV (who may be unaware) and link them to care.
ABOUT
El Centro / The HUB is a Prevention department entity at AIDS Alabama Inc.; it began as a safe space created in 2011 for young, gay men of color. Since, it has evolved into an affirming space welcoming those of varying walks of life interested in learning more about their sexual health. All education, community outreach, programs, and social events are focused heavily on reducing/eliminating the stigma surrounding sexual orientation and/or serostatus. Services provided in the space include:
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HIV 101 and STI education
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HIV & STI (sexually transmitted infections) testing and treatment
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Case management services
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In-home testing
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Transportation/navigational services for medical appointments
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Michael’s Clothing Closet
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Exercise boot camp (Mondays and Wednesdays)
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Referral services to internal and external programs and resources
CLOTHING CLOSET
If you are in need of business attire for your 1st interview or if you're simply in need of any clothing, please do not hesitate to contact us. Please come by anytime, there is no need for an appointment.
Living Well
Health Clinic
At the Living Well Health Clinic, we provide:
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STI (sexually transmitted infections) testing and treatment
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Hepatitis C testing
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PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) and HIV prevention counseling
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HIV testing and treatment.
Because there is a great need in the community, we are focusing on expanding to provide full medical services in the near future!
AIDS ALABAMA
El Centro/The Hub is a new AIDS Alabama PrEP clinic and community center for the LGBTQ community, people of color, people living with HIV/AIDS and anyone else who would like to come.
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El Centro/The Hub is open to anyone and everyone who wants to come, no matter their identity, orientation, HIV status, racial or ethnic background.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Empowering She Through We Women's Empowerment Group
We are thrilled to announce that we are recruiting women of all ages, statuses, and sexualities to join our empowering community. This is your chance to connect, grow, and support each other through our virtual and in-person meetings.
Interested? Text or email us at 205-918-8183 or arnissa.tyson@aidsalabama.org to learn more and become part of our vibrant group.
Join us and make a difference in your life and the lives of others! 🌟
GROUPS
CONTACT
Contact Us
El Centro / The HUB Office
El Centro/The HUB & the Living Well Health Clinic aims and places
great emphasis on providing culturally aware programs, services and gender-affirming care! There are still many barriers faced by People of Color, LGBTQ+ people, and other cultural and sexual minorities; our aim is to eliminate those barriers and provide honorable care.
Get in touch: 205-324-9822