Helping Services for People Living With HIV/AIDS

Case Management
NAP's professional Case Managers conduct a supportive process of assessment, advocacy, intervention, and monitoring to maintain a client's maximum level of health, stability, and self-sufficiency. Case Managers work with clients in strict confidence to facilitate links to medical and social service resources, to develop care plans, and to cultivate practical, social, and emotional support for people living with HIV and AIDS in Nebraska, southwest Iowa and eastern Wyoming.

Intake, Assessment, and Planning
Case Managers start with a non-judgmental assessment of "where clients are" with respect to medical, psychosocial, financial, and daily living issues. Care plans and referrals to outside services are developed according to the client's needs, strengths, and challenges. Clients may also consult with their Case Manager about sexuality concerns, drug and alcohol abuse, and mental health issues to get the most help achieving the best possible quality of life.

Referrals, Advocacy, & Intervention
Case Managers help connect clients to appropriate

• Medical Care & Treatment
• Emergency Financial Assistance
• Crisis Assessment and Intervention
• Legal Aid
• Addiction Counseling
• Mental Health Therapy
• Pastoral Care
• Support Groups
• Health Education
• Child, Maternal, & Family Services

Mental Health Therapy and Addiction Counseling
Living with HIV can cause distress. In addition to outside referrals, NAP offers licensed and certified professional mental health therapy and addiction counseling on-site. Individual, family, and group sessions are available.

Diversity and Bilingual Resources
People living with HIV/AIDS form a diverse community. NAP is committed to honoring diversity, promoting inclusion, and offering linguistically and culturally appropriate resources for our clients.

¡Nuevo! Un grupo de apoyo para personas que hablan español
Si tiene interés, habla con Melinda White por más información
(y la dirección de donde vamos a tener la reunión)
(402) 552-9260 extensión 115 or melindaw@nap.org

The Watanabe Wellness Center - Omaha
The Wellness Center in Omaha is open to all NAP clients! Nutritious home-style food is served Monday through Friday at noon. If you're visiting from Greater Nebraska or Southwest Iowa, plan to drop in for lunch! Lunch is free to NAP clients. Your adult guest can enjoy lunch with you for a $3.00 donation. Your children (under 18) can eat with you for free. The Wellness Center hosts support groups, professional counseling, therapeutic massage, patient education, and more. Check the Wellness Center newsletter for upcoming events. Call ahead for massage appointments and details on other services.

Lincoln, Kearney, Norfolk, and Scottsbluff Offices
These Greater Nebraska NAP offices also host lunches, support groups, and other activities for clients. Schedules vary, so check with your Case Manager to find out what's happening at the NAP office nearest you.