HIV Early Intervention Services
Fulton County offers HIV Early Intervention Services (HIV EIS) as an integral part of its comprehensive behavioral health care system. These services are designed to support adults (ages 18 and older) who are currently receiving or seeking substance use treatment through DBHDD-contracted providers. Services are available at The Center for Health & Rehabilitation and the South Fulton Service Center, and are delivered at no cost by a certified HIV Counselor and Health Educator trained in rapid testing and prevention. Clients are screened using Insti Rapid HIV tests, which provide immediate results unless additional confirmatory testing is required.
Key Program Features:
- HIV prevention counseling and education offered to every individual enrolled in substance use or mental health treatment.
- Prevention education groups, risk reduction counseling, and HIV testing facilitated by a dedicated full-time HIV EIS staff member.
- Confidential HIV/AIDS testing provided as a standard of care, with referrals to anonymous testing upon request.
- Linkage to care for all HIV-positive individuals—whether newly diagnosed or self-identified—including referrals to medical treatment and social services through public health departments and community-based AIDS service organizations.
- Partner notification assistance when appropriate, to prevent the spread of HIV and promote early treatment.
- Community outreach targeting high-risk and underserved populations through mobile testing and education events at health fairs, detention centers, churches, college campuses, and other public venues.
This program is committed to promoting early detection, preventing HIV transmission, and supporting the overall wellness and recovery of individuals with substance use disorders. Through seamless coordination, education, and connection to care, HIV EIS helps ensure that vulnerable populations receive timely, compassionate, and confidential support.