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Hi I’m living a year+ in United States but I still don’t know how to get my treatment here,I had to bring it from my country

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Madison, WI

I’m diagnosed 10 years ago and I was taking my treatment everyday but here seems to be complicated for my, I was bringing my treatment from my country but I can’t afford it any more

April 17
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First Step RecommendationCall the National HIV/AIDS Hotline at (Phone number can only be seen by the question and answer creators) or find a local HIV service organization through the locator link above. Tell them: "I am living with HIV, I am new to the country, and I have run out of my medication and cannot afford a refill." They will prioritize getting you to a clinic that can provide an "emergency supply" while they work on your long-term enrollment.You don't have to figure this out alone—there is a whole network of people in the U.S. whose job is to make sure you stay on your treatment.

April 19
A myHIVteam Member

Some cities will treat non us citizens. Usually bigger cities or sanctuary cities you will have better luck

April 17
myHIVteam

How can you access HIV treatment in the United States when you can't afford to bring medication from your home country anymore?

There are several programs available to help you get HIV treatment in the U.S., regardless of your immigration status or ability to pay. Here are your main options:

Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program
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How can you access HIV treatment in the United States when you can't afford to bring medication from your home country anymore?

There are several programs available to help you get HIV treatment in the U.S., regardless of your immigration status or ability to pay. Here are your main options:

Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program
This federal program provides HIV treatment and medications to people who don't have insurance or have limited coverage. Eligibility is based on income, and it's available to people regardless of immigration status. The program includes the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) which specifically helps with medication costs.

Community Health Centers
Federally Qualified Health Centers are designed to serve everyone, regardless of immigration status or ability to pay. They may have staff who speak multiple languages and can help connect you to programs like Ryan White to cover treatment costs.

Pharmaceutical Patient Assistance Programs
Many drug companies that make HIV medications offer programs to help people with low income pay for their drugs. You can use these programs regardless of your immigration status.

State and Local Programs
Some states and cities offer additional coverage options. For example, certain locations provide HIV treatment regardless of immigration status. You can search for options specific to your state.

To find resources near you, use the ADAP Directory to locate programs in your state, or search for Ryan White providers and community health centers in your area. These services are designed to help people in your situation access the treatment they need.

April 17
A myHIVteam Member

4. Gather Your Documentation
To make the process faster when you visit a clinic, try to have these things ready:

Proof of HIV Status: Any medical record from your home country or the lab results from your diagnosis.

Proof of Income: If you aren't working, you may just need to sign a "statement of no income."

Proof of Residency: Something that shows you live in your current state (like a utility bill or a piece of mail), even if it is a temporary address.

April 19
A myHIVteam Member

3. Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs)Most HIV medications in the U.S. are made by companies like Gilead or ViiV. These companies have programs to give away medication for free to people who cannot afford it.For example, Gilead’s Advancing Access program provides free medicine to eligible people who are uninsured.A case manager at an HIV clinic can help you apply for these programs so you don't have to navigate the pharmaceutical companies on your own.

April 19

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