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Geneva, IL

Whether it be a favorite family member or friend..sometimes a pet...who do you usually call or depend on when , you need advice or company?

December 4, 2019
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Members opened up about who they turn to for support when facing challenges, with responses ranging from God, family members (especially... Read more

Members opened up about who they turn to for support when facing challenges, with responses ranging from God, family members (especially mothers and sisters), partners, and pets, to the overwhelming consensus that MyHIVTeam itself has become a vital source of comfort and understanding. Several members shared painful experiences of isolation, betrayal by family who didn't understand HIV, or losing trusted confidants, while others described finding unexpected strength in case workers, therapists, support groups, and the chosen family they've built within the community. A recurring theme was that while many feel alone in their daily lives due to stigma or geographic distance, this online space offers a unique kind of family connection where members truly understand each other's journeys without judgment.

A myHIVteam Member

@A myHIVteam Member
It has been 3 months since my answer to this question.
I am now changing my answer to say that the first place that I look for support now is here, with my family of new friends and acquaintances who have a treasure chest of experiences to pull from in support of me. I can't think of anywhere else I would rather be, really. My daughters are on a different level of support unlike what I can derive from the team. Our team has made a huge impression on me in a positive way.

April 17, 2021
A myHIVteam Member

My husband,my daughter's,friends, family

December 17, 2019
A myHIVteam Member

....ginger "friends" alot of "family" vanished unless they needed something if i was still alive ..or was curious to see what ever happened to me...i found out i am much stronger alone

December 4, 2019
A myHIVteam Member

Life gives you good and bad you decide which you want to live friends good are rare bad we'll have them or lose them but your choice in that as well never forget faith that will get you thru

December 15, 2019
A myHIVteam Member

I have no one here for support I reach inward to myself to bring out the positive that I can to view the issue to see how I can resolve it or not move on if I can't or change something and make it less or than it was I hope the holidays are great for everyone happy and full of love I must have all the new year that cure that we know is coming or is there just haven't been put out Merry Christmas Happy New Year to all hugs

December 7, 2019

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