Yellowstone Aids Project

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United Way - Community Partner

Montana Nonprofit Association

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Billings, Montana
2906 1st Avenue
N. Suite 200, 59101
406-245-2029
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Office Hours
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

 

Programs

Client Services and Resources

Get Out And Live (GOAL)
Program The GOAL program  is a program designed for those who are living with HIV/AIDS to partner with the Yellowstone AIDS Project and receive support and assistance in reaching their goals.  Our hope is to empower people to continue to live with power, grace and dignity while facing the challenges that HIV presents.

This program offers Free and Confidential individual and group counseling (support groups) with a strengths building approach. This form of counseling is commonly used to address grief, communication, relationships and many other life challenges.

This program also offers financial assistance with items such as utility bills, medical co-pays and in accessing other services in the community. This program is primarily for people living within Yellowstone County.

Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS
Short and long term financial assistance for rent, mortgages, and security deposits. Find out more information about qualifying and contact information.

SHOUT AIDS
Students Helping Others Understand Teen AIDS, is a teen peer education group that focuses on teaching youth how to prevent the spread of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. Find out more information.

HANDS Across Montana
This program provides emergency assistance with needs such as utility bills, medical co-pays, pet care costs etc.  People living with HIV/AIDS across Montana can apply for assistance through this program through their Ryan White case managers or directly through the Yellowstone AIDS Project at (406) 245-2029.

Healing Paws
Our Healing Paws program provides access to a pet care product pantry for companion animals as well as financial assistance for needs such as vaccinations, spay and neuter procedures, and at times, adoption fees. 

HIV+ Men's and Women's Retreats
One annual retreat for people living with HIV is conducted by YAP, usually in beautiful Red Lodge, Montana.  We also provide assistance with travel costs for clients to attend other annual retreats which focus on living positively with HIV, reduction behavior, and becoming advocates for your own health.

Client Action Body/Client Advisory Board
The new CAB is collaboration between YAP, RiverStone Health and YOU!

• CAB is Positive Leadership
• CAB is Mentoring
• CAB is Empowering
• CAB Creates Community
• CAB promotes healthy living and education
• CAB provides solution-focused feedback to service providers

You’re in the driver’s seat with the all new CAB!

If you are: living with HIV and have the ability to commit to attending quarterly meetings for one year - let your voice be heard in the new CAB!

If you have questions or would like help completing the application, please call the YAP Client Service Coordinator, Becky Taylor, at 245-2029.

Holiday Food Baskets and Party
In cooperation with the Food Bank we help bring clients food baskets at Thanksgiving and Christmas. We also work with AIDSpirit Montana and RiverStone Health to put together a holiday party where the employees enjoy preparing a delicious home cooked meal for our clients, their family members and friends.  We supply gifts and occasionally Santa stops by!

Newsletter
Bi-Monthly publication that helps to keep you informed about what’s happening here, upcoming events and useful tips or articles.

POZ Nights
An opportunity for socializing and networking among people living with HIV/AIDS.  When available, tickets are provided to various local arts events, bowling, movies, and other fun activities.

Project Pantry
Household and personal products, that food stamps cannot buy, are provided by local donors and a grant from the Chenoweth Family Foundation.

AIDSpirit Frozen Meals
Two freezers are filled weekly by AIDSpirit Montana with frozen meals donated by local restaurants, and other items as they become available.

Project Library
Books, CD’s and movies are available for check out – topics ranging from self improvement to pet training, living with HIV and more.

Adopt-A-Client Winter Holiday Program
A program developed by MSU-B whereby college departments and local businesses "adopt" a client for the winter holiday.  YAP, AIDSpirit, and YCCHD collaborate on this project.