Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Someone with a truck?
Our transitional houses can use a kind soul with a pick-up truck for 2 small trips. One around the corner to Jordan's Crossing to pick up 2 bedding foundations. The other would be out to Winton Road and 275 for some area rugs. Call Recovery Community Manager Bob Keck at 761-8636 if you're interested or available. He promises you will not be hounded endlessly for repeat truck tasks - seriously!!!!!
Sunday, January 18, 2009
HIV Rates in the Black Community and National Black AIDS Day on February 7
Studies show that HIV infection rates among black Americans is growing. People within the black American community cite stigma as a roadblock to curtailing these rising rates.
To address these rising rates, National Black AIDS Day, this year on February 7, hopes to educate as well as encourage people to get tested, get involved and get treatment. More information is available at http://www.blackaidsday.org/.
An August 2008 NPR story addressed this rise of HIV infection in the black community in America: "Blacks account for 45 percent of new HIV infections. Their infection rate is seven times that of whites. Infections among Hispanics are three times higher."
Artists of color are using their voice and talent to spark conversation about AIDS. The November 2008 issue of Poz magazine highlights the AIDS Project Los Angeles' (APLA) efforts to bring AIDS to the forefront of black culture. They published To Be Left With the Body, a compilation of written and visual art by artists of color addressing a variety of issues within the community.
As more people get tested and the conversations grow about education, testing, action and treatment, we can help stem these rising rates.
To address these rising rates, National Black AIDS Day, this year on February 7, hopes to educate as well as encourage people to get tested, get involved and get treatment. More information is available at http://www.blackaidsday.org/.
An August 2008 NPR story addressed this rise of HIV infection in the black community in America: "Blacks account for 45 percent of new HIV infections. Their infection rate is seven times that of whites. Infections among Hispanics are three times higher."
Artists of color are using their voice and talent to spark conversation about AIDS. The November 2008 issue of Poz magazine highlights the AIDS Project Los Angeles' (APLA) efforts to bring AIDS to the forefront of black culture. They published To Be Left With the Body, a compilation of written and visual art by artists of color addressing a variety of issues within the community.
As more people get tested and the conversations grow about education, testing, action and treatment, we can help stem these rising rates.
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Caracole Resident Assistant Continues AIDS Outreach in Tanzania
Lately, Caracole has been an incubator-of-sorts for Caracole Resident Assistants (RAs) who work with our local HIV/AIDS community and move onto HIV/AIDS projects in Africa. Caracole RAs facilitate support and resources for Caracole residents for a variety of needs.
One RA, Robbie, an RA since June 2008, spent several weeks this spring in Tanzania, Africa working in a community affected by AIDS. When Robbie returned to Cincinnati, he began working at Caracole. Robbie is planning to return to Tanzania in February 2009. On his time as an RA, Robbie comments:
“I really enjoy working with the residents who come from different backgrounds but still have many things in common. My role here is that of a friend, a peer, a guide and a human being who cares about who they are and what they have gone through. At the same time, I’m the voice of conscience and reason that helps them stay on their path to recovery. I have seen some residents learn to grow and grasp the cup of hope and power as they once again control their lives.”
Robbie has been on several humanitarian missions to countries including Ecuador, Thailand and India. When Robbie returns to Tanzania, he will continue working with the HIV/AIDS pandemic in the foothills in Arusha near Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Of his return trip, where he will spend nearly four months, Robbie writes:
“I am returning to Tanzania to continue my work with the HIV community there and my love for the many orphaned children that look to me as a friend, a brother and an inspiration to also find the courage and the hope to take control of their lives as they try to over come the many obstacles.”
Caracole is so proud of Robbie as he continues his mission to assist communities worldwide affected by AIDS. He’s even started a website for his soon-to-be-official 501(c)3 organization with more information about his journeys and how people can support his work. Visit http://www.yellowbluebus.org/ to learn more.
p.s. did we mention Robbie's leaving?! Are you looking for a part-time, very fulfilling position? Check out our employment page at: http://www.caracole.org/employment.asp to apply for an RA position.
One RA, Robbie, an RA since June 2008, spent several weeks this spring in Tanzania, Africa working in a community affected by AIDS. When Robbie returned to Cincinnati, he began working at Caracole. Robbie is planning to return to Tanzania in February 2009. On his time as an RA, Robbie comments:
“I really enjoy working with the residents who come from different backgrounds but still have many things in common. My role here is that of a friend, a peer, a guide and a human being who cares about who they are and what they have gone through. At the same time, I’m the voice of conscience and reason that helps them stay on their path to recovery. I have seen some residents learn to grow and grasp the cup of hope and power as they once again control their lives.”
Robbie has been on several humanitarian missions to countries including Ecuador, Thailand and India. When Robbie returns to Tanzania, he will continue working with the HIV/AIDS pandemic in the foothills in Arusha near Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Of his return trip, where he will spend nearly four months, Robbie writes:
“I am returning to Tanzania to continue my work with the HIV community there and my love for the many orphaned children that look to me as a friend, a brother and an inspiration to also find the courage and the hope to take control of their lives as they try to over come the many obstacles.”
Caracole is so proud of Robbie as he continues his mission to assist communities worldwide affected by AIDS. He’s even started a website for his soon-to-be-official 501(c)3 organization with more information about his journeys and how people can support his work. Visit http://www.yellowbluebus.org/ to learn more.
p.s. did we mention Robbie's leaving?! Are you looking for a part-time, very fulfilling position? Check out our employment page at: http://www.caracole.org/employment.asp to apply for an RA position.
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Season of Giving
Each year, Caracole staff works with nearly 1,100 homeless and HIV+ people in the Greater Cincinnati area. Caracole connects people to resources for housing, healthcare, food/nutrition and more. Among those served, between 15-30 people a year live in the Caracole Transitional Houses and receive live-in support of residents who are also HIV+ and staff who are on duty 24/7.
As we approach the holidays and new year, we'd like to take a moment to reflect on the year, give thanks to those who are so generous and ask for your support during this giving season.
In addition to government funding sources, Caracole's services are supported by individual giving. You can visit our donation site, hosted by GuideStar.org to make a donation to support people living with HIV/AIDS in our community.
We are also always open to in-kind donations. There is a running list of items that are always needed on the left column of this blog. Here is a short list of the items that residents could really use this holiday season:
As we approach the holidays and new year, we'd like to take a moment to reflect on the year, give thanks to those who are so generous and ask for your support during this giving season.
In addition to government funding sources, Caracole's services are supported by individual giving. You can visit our donation site, hosted by GuideStar.org to make a donation to support people living with HIV/AIDS in our community.
We are also always open to in-kind donations. There is a running list of items that are always needed on the left column of this blog. Here is a short list of the items that residents could really use this holiday season:
- Bus tokens
- Paper products (toilet paper, paper towels, etc.)
- Lotion
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Bath gel/bar soap
- Toiletry items (toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, feminine products, etc.)
- Garbage bags (kitchen size)
Donations can be dropped off to the main Caracole office at 1821 Summit Road, Suite 1, Cincinnati, OH 45237. You can also call 761-7736 and speak with Suzanne regarding donations.
Happy holidays to all!
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Welcome!
This blog is a brand-new venture for Caracole, a transitional living community for people living in the greater Cincinnati area who are HIV+ and homeless. More information is available at http://www.caracole.org/.
We hope this blog will function as a forum for HIV/AIDS in the Cincinnati community and also give a snapshot of Caracole - who is served, what are their needs, what issues do they face and how can you help?
Visit often and reply too! We hope that this blog enlightens you to HIV/AIDS in Cincinnati and inspires you to action. There are always needs at the Caracole transitional houses and we'll post these often so if you would like to donate those items to Caracole, you can!
We hope this blog will function as a forum for HIV/AIDS in the Cincinnati community and also give a snapshot of Caracole - who is served, what are their needs, what issues do they face and how can you help?
Visit often and reply too! We hope that this blog enlightens you to HIV/AIDS in Cincinnati and inspires you to action. There are always needs at the Caracole transitional houses and we'll post these often so if you would like to donate those items to Caracole, you can!
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