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UF CARES

HIV/AIDS program providing compassionate and comprehensive care to help End the HIV Epidemic UF CARES also provides access to research and clinical trials.

The University of Florida Center for HIV/AIDS Research, Education and Service (UF CARES) is a leader in providing innovative care and quality services to people living with HIV/AIDS in Northeast Florida and Southern Georgia. Located in the urban core of Jacksonville, UF CARES has been serving men, women, children, adolescents, partners, and families with HIV/AIDS since 1988. We are the only HIV program in North Florida recognized by the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA) as a Patient-Centered Medical Home which means that the we are a one stop service center where patients can participate in medical care, case management, specialty care, and other core support services in a single coordinated visit. This multidisciplinary approach is further strengthened through our strong collaborative network with other agencies in the community that provide services and assistance to people living with HIV/AIDS. Our team of adult and pediatric medical providers and support staff continuously strive to provide quality services in a culturally competent, patient-centered model and we believe no individual should be limited in their potential by HIV/AIDS. Our Mission:
- To decrease transmission of HIV
- To Enhance the quality of life by providing compassionate, comprehensive care for children, adults, adolescents and families affected by HIV
- To Increase awareness and understanding of HIV through leadership, service and education

Our Vision:
To provide quality comprehensive care to those infected, exposed, and affected by HIV/AIDS

Our Values:
Dignity, quality, respect and cultural competency in serving those impacted by HIV/AIDS

08/29/2025

Our clinic will be closed for the Labor Day Holiday! Wishing everyone a safe holiday weekend!

08/26/2025

Celebrating Women’s Equality Day at UF CARES

Today, we honor the legacy of the 19th Amendment and the ongoing fight for gender equity. At UF CARES, we recognize that equality means access—to healthcare, to support, and to a future free of stigma.

Women, especially those impacted by HIV, continue to face unique challenges in care, advocacy, and representation. On this day, we reaffirm our commitment to empowering women through compassionate, comprehensive services and community-driven support.

To every woman who walks through our doors: your strength inspires us. Your health matters. Your voice leads change.

Let’s continue building a future where every woman—regardless of status, background, or diagnosis—has the opportunity to thrive.

08/25/2025

August 25th is National Faith HIV & AIDS Awareness Day (NFHAAD) - a day to engage faith communities to work together for HIV/AIDS education, prevention, treatment, care, and support, and to reduce and eliminate stigma and discrimination.
Faith communities are encouraged to learn about the status of HIV funding in their state, nationally, and internationally, and take action to sustain and increase HIV prevention, treatment, and care services for all who require them. Faith communities fighting for freedom and fairness together can end HIV-related stigma and discrimination—one day, each year, until there is a cure!

08/20/2025

Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (SHAAD) is recognized on August 20th as a day that individuals, communities, and organizations can unite to call attention to the disproportionate number of people living with HIV in the South. SHAAD is an opportunity to provide people in the South with HIV testing and linkage to HIV medical care if necessary, education on HIV prevention, including ways to stop HIV stigma, and other HIV-related care resources.

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08/07/2025

August at UF CARES: Empowerment, Awareness, and Action

As summer winds down, August reminds us to stay proactive about our health and uplift our community. At UF CARES, we’re committed to providing compassionate HIV care, support services, and education that empower individuals and families to thrive.

This month, we’re focusing on:
🔹Back-to-school readiness for families impacted by HIV
🔹 Women’s Equality Day (Aug 26) – celebrating resilience and access to care
🔹 Mental wellness and self-care strategies for clients and caregivers.

💬 Whether you're seeking services, resources, or just a safe space to talk—UF CARES is here for you. Let’s keep the momentum going and make August a month of connection and care.

07/21/2025

On Monday, July 21, 2025, we join the world in celebrating Zero HIV Stigma Day—a day set aside on the birthday of South African activist Prudence Mabele to honor her legacy and remind us that ending HIV stigma is a fight for human rights.

This year’s theme, “HIV Stigma Warriors,” calls on every one of us to confront harmful myths, challenge discriminatory language, and uplift the voices of people living with HIV. Together, we can ensure everyone has the dignity, support, and access to care they deserve.

Here’s how you can be a Stigma Warrior on July 21:

1) Speak Up: Share facts like U=U (Undetectable = Untransmittable) and correct misinformation when you see it.

2) Show Support: Post your story or a message of solidarity—use the hashtags below so others can find you.

3) Take Action: Volunteer, donate, or attend a local event focused on HIV education and testing.

4) Listen & Learn: Center the experiences of people living with HIV; their voices lead the way.

07/21/2025

Zero HIV Stigma Day is recognized on July 21st to represent a movement to unite people, communities, and countries to help raise awareness about HIV stigma and ways to end it. Stigma and discrimination remain significant barriers to effective HIV prevention and treatment efforts. It can prevent individuals from accessing HIV testing, treatment, and support services, and can hinder their ability to lead healthy and productive lives. By addressing stigma and discrimination, we can create empowering environments that promote human rights, increase access to HIV services, and improve health outcomes for all individuals affected by HIV/AIDS.

07/14/2025

July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. This month, we shine a light on the unique mental health struggles faced by Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities.

Created in honor of author and advocate Bebe Moore Campbell, this month is about more than awareness—it’s about action, access, and equity. Many people in minority communities face barriers to care, stigma around mental health, and a lack of culturally competent services. It’s time to change that.

Here’s how you can be part of the movement this July:

1) Educate yourself on how culture, identity, and history impact mental health

2) Speak up against stigma and harmful stereotypes

3) Support organizations doing the work in underserved communities

4) Check in on your loved ones—and yourself

Mental health is health. And healing should never depend on the color of your skin, your zip code, or your income.

Let’s uplift every voice and create a world where mental wellness is a right, not a privilege.

07/03/2025

In observance of the holiday UF CARES will be closed on Friday. Have a happy and safe 4th of July weekend!

06/27/2025

June 27th is National HIV Testing Day (NHTD). First observed on June 27, 1995, this is a day to encourage people to get tested for HIV, know their status, and get linked to care and treatment. Knowing your HIV status helps you choose options to stay healthy. For negative HIV results that can mean taking advantage of HIV prevention tools such as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), condoms, and other sexual health services such as vaccines and testing for sexually transmitted infections. For positive HIV results that means rapidly starting HIV treatment to stay healthy. UF CARES offers free and confidential rapid HIV testing at our main clinic located at 655 W. 8th street on the 3rd floor (M-F, 8 AM - 4 PM). You can also access the same services from our mobile unit which goes out into the community. Show yourself some love - get tested today!

06/25/2025

🎗️ World Vitiligo Day | All Are Beautiful 💜
Today, we stand in solidarity with the millions of people around the world living with vitiligo—a condition that causes loss of pigment in the skin, but never in the spirit. Vitiligo is not just a medical condition—it's a powerful reminder that beauty comes in all shades, patterns, and stories. No one should ever feel the need to hide who they are.

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655 W 8th Street, 3rd Floor
Jacksonville, FL
32209

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+19042442120

Website

https://ufhealthjax.org/ufcares/, https://pediatrics.med.jax.ufl.edu/ufcares/

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