Face To Face Sonoma County Aids Network

Prevention & education - we operate a gender-affirming syringe exchange program that offers sterile supplies and safe disposal options, reducing the risk of disease transmission. Our 24/7 vending machines provide naloxone and fentanyl test strips, giving individuals the means to prevent overdoses and make safer decisions. Additionally, our drug-checking services detect harmful contaminants, supporting the health autonomy of people who use drugs. Education and outreach are central to our mission. Through community engagement, we deliver classroom sessions, workplace seminars, and public symposiums on topics like overdose prevention, mental health, and hiv awareness. Our youth-focused initiatives engage young people, increasing awareness and promoting safer behaviors. We amplify our impact through collaborative partnerships with organizations like positive images and rti international. These relationships enhance our referral network, ensuring a coordinated approach to care. Our advocacy efforts aim to advance public health policies that promote harm reduction, mental health access, and equitable care for all. Every day, face to face leads with compassion, creating pathways for health and dignity in sonoma county.

Prep (pre-exposure prophylaxis) - our hiv services remain at the core of what we do. Through free, confidential hiv testing and prevention services, we empower individuals to take control of their health. By supporting access to prep, a proven medication for preventing hiv transmission, we help reduce new infections. Our case management program offers personalized support to individuals living with hiv/aids, connecting them to medical care, community resources, and vital financial assistance. Educational outreach ensures that stigma is reduced, and the community stays informed about prevention and care.