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Is There an AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) in New Jersey?
Question
I know New York has a program funded by the federal government
called ADAP. I know people who use it to cover medicines, tests
and treatments related to AIDS. They tell me all you need is an
address and your income limitations, and you don't even have to
be a citizen.
Is there anything at all like this for New Jersey? I have tried
finding out but so far no luck.
Thank you for any information you can provide.
Answer
Hello,
It sounds like you're having a difficult time accessing ADAP where
you live in New Jersey. Since ADAP is a federal program, you should
be able to receive this benefit in any state, depending on your
eligibility. Eligibility requirements vary somewhat from state
to state.
The current eligibility requirements in New Jersey are: income
at or below 500% of the current federal poverty level, HIV-positive
status, and residence in New Jersey. You should be aware that many
state ADAPs are currently facing budget shortfalls and several
states have instituted program restrictions such as waiting lists class="story"
and cuts of certain medications. You can refer to the New
Jersey ADAP Contact and Eligibility Web site for more detailed
information. You might also contact the Hyacinth
AIDS Foundation, which helps New Jersey residents access HIV
services. They have a Hotline at 800-433-0254.
GMHC has an ADAP
fact sheet if you would like to find out more about the programs
in general. If you have any more questions, feel free to call our
Advocacy helpline at 212-367-1125, Monday through Friday from 2:00pm
- 5:30pm. You can also call the GMHC Hotline for more information
or just to talk about your situation. You can reach us at 800-243-7692.
We hope this is helpful.
Good luck,
The GMHC Hotline
Questions or concerns? Email us at hotline@gmhc.org.
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