ACAL

Another Chance At Life (ACAL) is a twice-monthly social support group designed to motivate, educate and mobilize people with HIV/AIDS living independently in the community. ACAL provides respite for people who are isolated and lonely, and don’t have opportunities for socialization. Each meeting consists of a nutritious hot meal, an HIV/AIDS prevention educational component, and an activity such as a craft project, game, or a social outing.

ACAL is a peer-based program that promotes treatment adherence through group meetings in a safe and familiar environment where information-sharing is encouraged and made easy. The ACAL program allows Elena’s House staff to monitor the ongoing health and well being of previous residents once they are no longer in need of 24 hour care.

Participants are involved in the selection of topics for ACAL meetings and are also encouraged to participate in meal planning, preparation and clean-up. The ACAL programs goal is to improve the mental and physical health of participants while they are reestablishing themselves as contributing members of our community. ACAL enhances existing services provided in the community by going beyond the basic needs of shelter, food and medical treatment to meet the needs of acceptance, community and socialization. Elena’s House collaborates with other Community Based Organizations, AIDS Service Organizations, and Faith-based Community Organizations to provide services, speakers and facilitators.

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If you are interested in learning more about our group contact:

Mary Ellen Huwiler
Office: 414.453.3890
email: cgministry@wi.rr.com