August

Drop-in 12 noon - 8:30 PM

Lunch 12 Noon  Dinner 6 PM

Drop-in 12 noon - 8:30 PM

Lunch 12 Noon  Dinner 6 PM

Drop-in 12 noon - 8:30 PM

Lunch 12 Noon  Dinner 6 PM

Drop-in 12 noon - 8:30 PM

Lunch 12 Noon  Dinner 6 PM

  Drop-in 12 noon - 8:30 PM

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Center Closed

For Labor Day

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AIDS Services 11:30 - 1PM

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AIDS Services 11:30 - 1PM

HIV& Recovery Group 1 - 2PM

ACNENY 2-3 PM

Reiki Healing - Alice, Harry & Regina 5:30

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AIDS Services 11:30 - 1PM

Grocery Education Prog1 PM

Housing Help  1-3 PM

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  Center Open

12 Noon to 8:30 PM

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Back Yard BBQ

Sponsored by Emmanuel Friedens Church 2 - 5 PM!

Sunday 28

AIDSWalk 2008!

Brunch at 12 Noon

Walk begins at 2 PM

Join us for cheering walkers on the front lawn of the Albany Damien Center!

Need to schedule an appointment? Questions about our programs?

 Contact Us from 10 AM – 5 PM

Monday’s through Fridays at 449-7119

Groups for Support and Info

Boosting Your Emotional Health—Mon 1-3. Join us after lunch for a support group to enhance emotional health run by Amy Anderson-Reid (AIDS Council Mental Health Counselor) Learn new ways to keep yourself mentally healthy!  Call Amy at 434-4668 x2208 for more info or just drop in! For individuals living with HIV only.

HIV & Recovery Support Group - 1 PM to 2 PM every Wed.  Call Beth Liotta-Rosenthal, Substance Abuse Specialist at the AIDS Council for more info at 434-4386 x 2225

Healthy Relationships – a skill building group for HIV positive members.  Stipend paid for qualified applicants. Contact our Peer Advocates at 449-7119 for more info.

Bingo with Zack! – Prizes, Bingo, & Fun with volunteer Zack – starting at 6 PM!

Backyard BBQ – Sat 9/27 from 2-5 - Sponsored by Emmanuel Friedens Church.   Also - Bring the kids to help celebrate Mikey’s birthday!

Smart Meals – Lunches Noon to 1:30 PM and dinner served from 6 PM to 7:30 Mondays through Thursdays. More opportunities for conversation, support, and information on proper diet and eating well!

Drop-In Living Room - Open Monday through Saturday from Noon to 8:30 PM. The Center has an HIV/AIDS information resource section, information about upcoming events, comfortable sitting areas, and a non-judgmental, supportive atmosphere.

Holistic Healing

(Note: It is always suggested to consult your primary care physician prior to starting any new therapeutic technique)

Massage Therapy – Experience the healing benefits of therapeutic massage to relax the body and muscles, release toxins, and improve circulation.

Reiki (pronounced Ray-Key) - is an energy-based form of natural healing and bodywork in which the practitioner directs energy to the recipient so that they may achieve self-healing on many different levels.

Services & Help for YOU!

ACNENY Info - Learn more about the services provided by the AIDS Council of Northeastern NY and how they can help YOU!

AIDS Services Assistance - An AIDS Services  staff person will be here to assist in helping with any questions or issues Mon - Thurs from 11:30 - 1. For more info call Martha Beauchamp at 449-3581, ext. 104

Given the Chance–  11-2PM on Mondays and 5-7pm on Thursdays. Provided by Harrison Titus of the AIDS Council, assists anyone with recovery issues get advice and real help. Contact the AIDS Council for  info at 434-4686 x2320

Housing HELP! with Joel  - Every Thursday, 1 PM to 3 PM.  Join Joel Holl, Housing Specialist at CARES to answer all of your questions related to housing.

Mental Health Counseling – is available at the Center and can help you learn to live and live better with HIV.  Call 449-7119 for an appointment.

Dietitian Assessments - are available through our Smart Meals Program!  Learn how to eat and feel better!  Contact Amy Lombardi, our Dietitian at 449-7119 x19!

Consumer Involvement Committee—Last Wed of the month at 12 Noon! This committee takes an active role in empowering our HIV/AIDS Community. Drop-on & have lunch with us! Open to all people living with HIV/AIDS

From the Heart  - Join Jim Masters and contribute to our  Newsletter. Learn how to contribute poetry, stories, and photos!  Mon afternoons or Wed evenings.

Community Meal Program - Every Thurs. at 2 PM Learn the basics of eating nutritiously and ensuring you are keeping your food safe.  Program participants will participate in education sessions while joining us for lunch and dinner. Contact Amy Lombardi, our Dietitian at 449-7119 x19!

Grocery Education Sessions – for members registered with our Pantry Bag Education Program - Learn how to cook and eat nutritiously – See Amy, our Smart Meals Dietitian for more info!

GAB (Guest Advisory Board) Membership Meeting  - Let’s hear your suggestions on what you would like to see at the Albany Damien Center and let us know how we’re doing!  Now on the third Tues of each month!

HIV CARE Network Executive Committee Meeting - Sept 8 from 1 to 3 PM at CARES.  Calling all PLWH/As who know more about area services and join agencies providing AIDS care!  Transportation to CARES (85 Watervliet Ave, Albany) available from Center at 12:30 for the meeting.

Living with HIV—Wed 9/10 - An overview of HIV/AIDS geared towards those that are newly infected.  Brought to you by Tibotec Therapeutics Community Liaison Education Programs!

NAMES Project Quilt Display - Wed, 9/17 - view a local panel of the Quilt and learn how you can make a quilt panel!

Volunteer Confidentiality Training - a required training all Damien Center volunteers!  9/16 or 9/30

Pets are Wonderful Support

PAWS - can help with taking care of your pet - from our free wellness clinics, to assistance with information or when you are too ill to take care of your pet.  Contact Steve Hendrickson at 944-3223 to find out how to join PAWS!

PAWS Pet Wellness Clinic - Sunday, 12 - 5 on Sept 14 Registered PAWS clients may bring their pets for free well-care assistance from area veterinarians.  By appointment only - call Steve Hendrickson at 944-3223

Treasure Chest Thrift Store

Treasure Chest - 295 Hamilton Street, Albany (just off of Lark Street).  NEW EXPANDED HOURS!! Open Mon - Fri 11 to 6 and Sat 10 - 4.  MC/VISA   436-7451.  Volunteers needed!