AIDS Care Ocean State

AIDS Care Ocean State ACOS is Rhode Island's largest HIV/AIDS service agency. We provide full-circle care to those in the community who are living with HIV/AIDS.
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We offer free, confidential HIV testing, case management, housing resources, educational services including a Speaker's Bureau, street outreach, Hepatitis C testing, Hepatitis A (HAV) and Hepatitis B (HAB) vaccinations, advocacy, prevention programs, and more.

Today is National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day which was first observed in 2007 on the first day of Spring.The day ackn...
03/20/2026

Today is National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day which was first observed in 2007 on the first day of Spring.

The day acknowledges the invaluable contribution of Native communities in ending the HIV epidemic, underscoring the significance of Native visibility in national HIV strategies and funding opportunities. The National Native HIV Network plans the observance each year and it is a national mobilization effort designed to encourage American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians across the United States and Territorial Areas to become educated, get tested, engage in prevention, and seek treatment for HIV.

Today is National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day and was first observed in 2007 on the first day of Spring so this year i...
03/20/2026

Today is National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day and was first observed in 2007 on the first day of Spring so this year it is recognized today, March 20th.

The day acknowledges the invaluable contribution of Native communities in ending the HIV epidemic, underscoring the significance of Native visibility in national HIV strategies and funding opportunities. The National Native HIV Network plans the observance each year and it is a national mobilization effort designed to encourage American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians across the United States and Territorial Areas to become educated, get tested, engage in prevention, and seek treatment for HIV.

TONIGHT, March 19th is Easter Bonnet Drag Queen Bingo with $100 cash prize for "Best Bonnet"Rhodes on the Pawtuxet60 Rho...
03/19/2026

TONIGHT, March 19th is Easter Bonnet Drag Queen Bingo with $100 cash prize for "Best Bonnet"

Rhodes on the Pawtuxet
60 Rhodes Place, Cranston

Doors Open at 5pm
Games Start at 7pm Sharp!

Our fabulous Drag Hostesses LaDiva Jonz & Haley Star who will join our spectacular Ball-Puller Jealousy Jonz, at the historic Rhodes on the Pawtuxet!

With the Friskie Fries Food Truck but players are welcome to bring their own food.

Cash Bar starting at 5pm
NO outside beverages allowed inside Rhodes on the Pawtuxet.

$25 to play, cash or check only
Daubers ($2 each) and Drag Bingo T-shirts ($10) are available for purchase

Come see why it is the most fun you can have for $25 First timer? Don't be shy, come see what all the fuss is about. Bingo regular? We love seeing you again and again!

No One Under the age of 18 is allowed inside Rhodes on the Pawtuxet on Bingo night

Plenty of parking is available.
Seating is first-come, first-served, but there is no bad seat in the house.


Paint the Town RED is Thursday, May 7th
Currently Signing on Participants for 2026!

Only the best restaurants, bars and businesses in the Rhode Island area will participate by donating a percentage of their total sales on May 7th to help ACOS achieve our mission. In turn, we promise to pack these establishments and make sure it is busy on the day/night of the event so it is a win-win for both parties. It's simple to participate. Just visit one (or more) of the participating businesses on May 7th. That's It!

Stay tuned for a list of participating businesses

Save the Date- Tuesday, March 31st.
401Gives is in it’s 7th year and we hope we can have your continued support!

Starting on Tuesday, March 31st at 6am and goes through Wednesday, April 1st until 6pm visit:
https://www.401gives.org/organizations/aids-care-ocean-state
and make a donation to support the programs and services of ACOS. That gives plenty of time to make a gift and give back to the community that gives so much!

Please join our campaign and help us reach our goal of $3,000! We need you to tell your friends and family members about the important work we do and ask them to join us in helping to make a difference. Thank you in advance for your generosity to our organization!

https://conta.cc/4rBWV9d

THIS Thurs, March 19th is Easter Bonnet Drag Queen Bingo with $100 cash prize for "Best Bonnet"Rhodes on the Pawtuxet60 ...
03/17/2026

THIS Thurs, March 19th is Easter Bonnet Drag Queen Bingo with $100 cash prize for "Best Bonnet"

Rhodes on the Pawtuxet
60 Rhodes Place, Cranston

Doors Open at 5pm
Games Start at 7pm Sharp!

Our fabulous Drag Hostesses LaDiva Jonz & Haley Star who will join our spectacular Ball-Puller Jealousy Jonz, at the historic Rhodes on the Pawtuxet!

With the Friskie Fries Food Truck but players are welcome to bring their own food.

Cash Bar starting at 5pm
NO outside beverages allowed inside Rhodes on the Pawtuxet.

$25 to play, cash or check only
Daubers ($2 each) and Drag Bingo T-shirts ($10) are available for purchase

Come see why it is the most fun you can have for $25 First timer? Don't be shy, come see what all the fuss is about. Bingo regular? We love seeing you again and again!

No One Under the age of 18 is allowed inside Rhodes on the Pawtuxet on Bingo night

Plenty of parking is available.
Seating is first-come, first-served, but there is no bad seat in the house.


Paint the Town RED is Thursday, May 7th
Currently Signing on Participants for 2026!

Only the best restaurants, bars and businesses in the Rhode Island area will participate by donating a percentage of their total sales on May 7th to help ACOS achieve our mission. In turn, we promise to pack these establishments and make sure it is busy on the day/night of the event so it is a win-win for both parties. It's simple to participate. Just visit one (or more) of the participating businesses on May 7th. That's It!

Stay tuned for a list of participating businesses

Save the Date- Tuesday, March 31st.
401Gives is in it’s 7th year and we hope we can have your continued support!

Starting on Tuesday, March 31st at 6am and goes through Wednesday, April 1st until 6pm visit:
https://www.401gives.org/organizations/aids-care-ocean-state
and make a donation to support the programs and services of ACOS. That gives plenty of time to make a gift and give back to the community that gives so much!

Please join our campaign and help us reach our goal of $3,000! We need you to tell your friends and family members about the important work we do and ask them to join us in helping to make a difference. Thank you in advance for your generosity to our organization!

https://conta.cc/4rBWV9d

Today is National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. focuses efforts on priority populations outlined in the NHAS i...
03/10/2026

Today is National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. focuses efforts on priority populations outlined in the NHAS including Black women and youth aged 13-24 years.

The Office on Women’s Health (OWH) in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services leads National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.

In the United States, about 23% of people living with HIV are women and, in 2021, women made up 20 percent of new diagnoses, according to CDC data. The highest number of new diagnoses were among women ages 25 to 44. Advances in testing, treatment, and prevention have resulted in progress toward the nation’s goal to end the HIV epidemic by 2030.

Today is "HIV is Not a Crime Awareness Day," which was first observed in 2022 by the Sero Project in collaboration with ...
02/28/2026

Today is "HIV is Not a Crime Awareness Day," which was first observed in 2022 by the Sero Project in collaboration with the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation. It is a day that calls to end the unjust criminalization of people living with HIV and an opportunity to amplify the voices of those who have been criminalized based on their HIV status.

Living with HIV is not a crime, but in more than 30 U.S. states, people are being imprisoned due to their HIV status. HIV criminalization laws consist of using a person’s positive HIV status in a criminal prosecution, increasing charges or punishments because the person has HIV; promoting stigma rather than public health.

Key details regarding this awareness day include:
Goal: To repeal laws that criminalize people living with HIV, reduce stigma, and align policies with modern science.

Significance: It serves as a platform to highlight how these laws disproportionately affect people living with HIV, often without consideration of actual transmission risk or intent.

Action: Advocacy efforts focus on reforming state and federal laws to prevent discrimination and ensure human rights.

Thursday, March 19th is Easter Bonnet Drag Queen Bingo with $100 cash prize for "Best Bonnet"Rhodes on the Pawtuxet60 Rh...
02/26/2026

Thursday, March 19th is Easter Bonnet Drag Queen Bingo with $100 cash prize for "Best Bonnet"

Rhodes on the Pawtuxet
60 Rhodes Place, Cranston

Doors Open at 5pm
Games Start at 7pm Sharp!

Our fabulous Drag Hostesses LaDiva Jonz & Haley Star who will join our spectacular Ball-Puller Jealousy Jonz, at the historic Rhodes on the Pawtuxet!

With the Friskie Fries Food Truck, but players are welcome to bring their own food.

Cash Bar starting at 5pm
NO outside beverages allowed inside Rhodes on the Pawtuxet.

$25 to play, cash or check only
Daubers ($2 each) and Drag Bingo T-shirts ($10) are available for purchase

Come see why it is the most fun you can have for $25. First timer? Don't be shy, come see what all the fuss is about. Bingo regular? We love seeing you again and again!

No One Under the age of 18 is allowed inside Rhodes on the Pawtuxet on Bingo night
Plenty of parking is available.

Seating is first-come, first-served, but there is no bad seat in the house.

SAVE THE DATE
Thursday, May 7th
Paint the Town RED

Only the best restaurants, bars and businesses in the Rhode Island area will participate by donating a percentage of their total sales on May 7th to help ACOS achieve our mission. In turn, we promise to pack these establishments and make sure it is busy on the day/night of the event so it is a win-win for both parties. It's simple to participate. Just visit one (or more) of the participating businesses on May 7th. That's It!

Stay tuned for a list of participating businesses

THIS Thursday, Feb 19th is the Masquerade Ball Drag Queen Bingo & Peanut Butter DriveRhodes on the Pawtuxet60 Rhodes Pla...
02/17/2026

THIS Thursday, Feb 19th is the Masquerade Ball Drag Queen Bingo & Peanut Butter Drive

Rhodes on the Pawtuxet
60 Rhodes Place, Cranston
Doors Open at 5pm
Games Start at 7pm Sharp!

Please bring a new, unopened jar of Peanut Butter, Almond Butter, etc. to support our Food Pantry

With our fabulous Drag Hostesses LaDiva Jonz & Haley Star who will join our spectacular Ball-Puller Jealousy Jonz, at the historic Rhodes on the Pawtuxet!

With the Friskie Fries Food Truck but players are welcome to bring their own food.

Cash Bar starting at 5pm
NO outside beverages allowed inside Rhodes on the Pawtuxet.

$25 to play, cash or check only
Daubers ($2 each) and Drag Bingo T-shirts ($10) are available for purchase.

Come see why it is the most fun you can have for $25 First timer? Don't be shy, come see what all the fuss is about. Bingo regular? We love seeing you again and again!

No One Under the age of 18 is allowed inside Rhodes on the Pawtuxet on Bingo night

Plenty of parking is available.
Seating is first-come, first-served, but there is no bad seat in the house.


SAVE THE DATE
Thursday, May 7th- Paint the Town RED 2026

Only the best restaurants, bars and businesses in the Rhode Island area will participate by donating a percentage of their total sales on May 7th to help ACOS achieve our mission. In turn, we promise to pack these establishments and make sure it is busy on the day/night of the event so it is a win-win for both parties. It's simple to participate. Just visit one (or more) of the participating businesses on May 7th. That's It!

Stay tuned for a list of participating businesses.

TODAY is National HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD), which was first observed in 1999 and is a day to acknowledge how HIV ...
02/07/2026

TODAY is National HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD), which was first observed in 1999 and is a day to acknowledge how HIV disproportionately affects Black people.


Black communities have made great progress in reducing HIV. Yet racism, discrimination, and mistrust in the health care system may affect whether Black people seek or receive HIV prevention services. These issues may also reduce the likelihood of engaging in HIV treatment and care. NBHAAD is an opportunity to increase HIV education, testing, community involvement, and treatment among Black communities.

Engage: Discussing ways to better involve the black community in HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment efforts. This can include outreach programs, community partnerships, and utilizing local leaders and influencers to promote HIV testing and destigmatize the conversation around HIV/AIDS.

Educate: Focusing on improving HIV/AIDS education among black youth and adults. This could cover the latest research, treatment options, understanding of PrEP and PEP medications, and debunking myths that contribute to stigma and discrimination.

Empower: Highlighting success stories and strategies that have effectively empowered black individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Empowerment can be through advocacy, policy change, access to care, and support systems.

We are delighted to share that AIDS Care Ocean State has been shortlisted for the Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Awards 2...
02/04/2026

We are delighted to share that AIDS Care Ocean State has been shortlisted for the Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Awards 2026, hosted by GHP News! 🎉

The Healthcare & Pharma Awards 2026 celebrates the organisations, teams, and individuals transforming patient care, driving medical innovation, and improving lives around the globe. They recognise those setting new standards across this vital fast-evolving sector, whether through breakthrough treatments, service excellence, smarter technologies, or research that moves the industry forward.

If we’ve made an impact, leave a comment to help showcase our value! 💬

Learn more:
https://ghpnews.digital/our-awards/

TODAY is the Last Chance for "Early Bird" Tickets to the Annual Mardi Gras Gala Sale NOW! Ticket prices increase tomorro...
02/03/2026

TODAY is the Last Chance for "Early Bird" Tickets to the Annual Mardi Gras Gala Sale NOW! Ticket prices increase tomorrow!
https://aidscareoc.harnessgiving.org/events/3517

Friday, February 13th at 7pm
Rhodes on the Pawtuxet
60 Rhodes Place Cranston, RI

Nominated "Top Local LGBTQ Event" at the 2025 Option Awards

Live entertainment, Dancing, Magic, Food, Raffles and much more!

2x Winner of Best Local Stand-up Comic, Doreen Collins is your emcee and the evening will include a cocktail hour at 7pm, live entertainment from Ten31 Productions, music and lights by SoundStream Entertainment, magic by Magician Drew Michaels, a serenade from the RI Gay Men's Chorus, comedy, dancing, preformances, a traditional Mardi Gras dinner starting at 8pm and a brief awards ceremony.

During the awards portion of the Gala we will present the Paul Fitzgerald Lifetime Achievement Award to Director of the HIV, Provision of Care & Special Populations, Paul Loberti, Community Service Award to dedicated volunteer Kenny Sondler, and the Philanthropist of the Year Award to Sir Thomas Matt.

Thursday, Feb 19th is Masquerade Ball Drag Queen Bingo.
Rhodes on the Pawtuxet
60 Rhodes Place, Cranston

Doors Open at 5pm
Games Start at 7pm Sharp!

With our fabulous Drag Hostesses LaDiva Jonz & Haley Star who will join our spectacular Ball-Puller Jealousy Jonz.

With the Friskie Fries Food Truck but players are welcome to bring their own food.

Cash Bar starting at 5pm
***NO outside beverages allowed inside Rhodes on the Pawtuxet***

$25 to play, cash or check only
Daubers ($2 each) and Drag Bingo T-shirts ($10) are available for purchase

Come see why it is the most fun you can have for $25 First timer? Don't be shy, come see what all the fuss is about. Bingo regular? We love seeing you again and again!

No One Under the age of 18 is allowed inside Rhodes on the Pawtuxet on Bingo night

Plenty of parking is available.
Seating is first-come, first-served, but there is no bad seat in the house.

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18 Parkis Avenue
Providence, RI
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Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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