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Help in Northeast Iowa

If you are living with HIV or think you may have been exposed, you are not alone. CAAP is here to connect you with confidential, non-judgmental support in Waterloo and the surrounding communities. We partner with local clinics, service providers, and community organizations to make it easier for you to get the care and help you need.
We serve over 125 people each year, connecting them to resources that make daily life and medical care more manageable.Below is a list of resources to help you with this journey.
If you need to talk to someone or aren't sure where to start, contact us [email protected].
We listen, help you understand your options, and connect you with local services. All conversations are confidential, and you’ll be treated with respect.

Social & support services

​Cedar AIDS Support System
CASS provides HIV case management, support services, advocacy, and assistance for individuals living with HIV/AIDS in Northeast Iowa.
Services:
✔ Case Management
✔ Transportation Assistance
✔ Medical Navigation
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Medical Care & testing

People's Community Health Clinic
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Offers comprehensive primary healthcare, preventive services, HIV testing, and referrals in a welcoming, affordable environment for all patients. 
Services:
Primary Care
• HIV Testing
• Preventive Care
• Referrals
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UnityPoint Health
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Provides comprehensive medical care, specialty services, laboratory testing, and referrals to help patients maintain their overall health and well-being.
Services:
Primary Care
• Specialty Care
​ • Laboratory Services
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University of Iowa Health Care – HIV Clinic
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Offers specialized HIV treatment, infectious disease care, medication management, and ongoing support from an experienced team of healthcare professionals.
Services:
HIV Care
• Infectious Disease Specialists
• Medication Management
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Black Hawk County Public Health
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Provides confidential HIV testing, sexual health education, prevention resources, and referrals to community services.
Services:
HIV Testing
• STI Testing
• Prevention Education
• Community Resources
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Education & prevention

Iowa Department of Health & Human Services – HIV/STI Program
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Supports HIV prevention, testing, education, surveillance, and care programs across Iowa while connecting individuals to local resources.
Services:
Prevention
• Education
• Testing Resources
• Statewide Programs
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PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis)
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PrEP is a daily medication that can reduce the risk of acquiring HIV through sex or injection drug use by about 99% when taken as prescribed.
Services:
HIV Prevention
• Medication Education
​• Provider Locator
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PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis)
PEP is an emergency medication that can help prevent HIV after a possible exposure. It must be started within 72 hours.
Services:
Emergency HIV Prevention
​• Medical Guidance
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​CDC – HIV 
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides trusted, up-to-date information about HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and living with HIV.
Services:

  • Education
  • Prevention 
  • Statistics
  • Resources
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This is us!  

Community AIDS Assistance Project 
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CAAP provides financial assistance to individuals living with HIV in Northeast Iowa to help with emergency needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, groceries, and other essential expenses that improve quality of life.
Services:
Emergency Financial Assistance
• Community Support
​ • Resource Referrals
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You are welcome here

You are welcome and supported!
CAAP serves people of all ages, backgrounds, genders, and sexual orientations. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been living with HIV for many years, you deserve respect, care, and community. Reach out—your story matters, and you don’t have to navigate this alone.
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  • Home
  • Get Help
  • Support CAAP
  • Get Involved
  • About CAAP
  • Contact Us
  • CAAP Benefit
    • CAAP Raffle Tickets
  • Sponsors
  • Our Partners
  • Minutes, Reports & More