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Info about changes to OHDAP & Ryan White Programs

It was announced July 1, 2010 that HIV-infected individuals in Ohio and across the country will face a new challenge in regards to medication assistance.  It is ARC Ohio's hope and promise to make this time less intimidating for our clients and others who may need assistance.

Whether or not you qualify to receive financial assistance through OHDAP and Ryan White, ARC Ohio's qualified case managers are available to help you find other avenues by which to continue your treatment.  Treatment of HIV is crucial, and we do not want anyone left behind.

Below, you will find several links to information regarding new eligibility requirements, explanations for the current situation, press releases and additional resources.  We ask that you please be patient during this process, as we find new resources and help the hundreds of people affected by these changes.

Reasons for the Changes

What are the changes (Including Eligibility)?

AIDS Resource Center Ohio Press Release

The Ohio AIDS Coalition Website

Ohio Department of Health Press Release

OHDAP Cost Containment Guide

The Patient Assistance and Savings Programs for HIV Medications pharmaceutical guide, compiled by AETC

Medication Assistance Resource Guide (coming soon)

Interview between CEO Bill Hardy and Jerry Kenney of WYSO

 

Changes to OHDAP

  • It was announced July 1, 2010 that HIV-infected individuals in Ohio and across the country will face a new challenge in regards to medication assistance.  It is ARC Ohio's hope and promise to make this time less intimidating for our clients and others who may need assistance.

    Read more... Link  
  • Reasons for the changes

    Read more... Link  
  • What are the changes?

    Read more... Link  

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If you would like to make a donation to help our Positive Living program, click on the picture above or visit www.arcohio.org/giftoflife.  $100 will help ARC Ohio provide life-saving services including linkage to medical care, support groups, emergency financial assistance and pantry services.

Stabilize Families


If you would like to make a donation to help Stabilize Families, click on the picture above or visit www.arcohio.org/giftoflife.  $250 will help ARC Ohio provide housing assistance to households where the cost of HIV care has pushed families to the brink of homelessness.
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