Continuum of Care Program

For Individuals and Families with HIV / AIDS

General Information
The Continuum of Care Program is a community based program that offers a broad spectrum of outpatient services to HIV infected individuals throughout the Upper Peninsula.  The goals of the program include financial assistance for early medical intervention, maintenance of optimal health, and access to support services.  Clients are active members in the team approach to care.

The Continuum of Care is administered by the Marquette County Health Department.   Services are based out of the Marquette County Health Department.  Funding is provided through the Michigan Department of Community Health by the Michigan Health Initiative, the Ryan White Care Act and the Housing Opportunities for People with AIDs.

Eligibility
Residents of the U.P. who are infected with the HIV virus or their families are eligible for this program.  Referrals can be self-directed or made by other health care providers with the written consent of the client.

Services Available

• Initial medical evaluation
• Diagnostic tests approved within the scope of the program
• Follow-up outpatient visits
• Social work consultations
• Referrals to other supportive services as needed
• Mileage reimbursement
• Home nursing care
• Support groups
• Emergency Assistance

COC resources are used as payer of last resort.
 

A multi-disciplinary team approach is used for client care.
 

Who to Contact
For more information contact Laura Fredrickson, (906) 475-7651, at the Marquette County Health Department.

Last UPdate:  16 June, 2005