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The HIV/AIDS Representation Project (H/ARP) serves persons living with HIV and AIDS in the areas of government benefits, family law, consumer law, medical/HIV privacy, healthcare access, disability advocacy, advance planning and directives, discrimination, and other general civil matters. H/ARP is a citywide practice based out of The Legal Aid Society’s Harlem Community Law office.
The New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA) provides public assistance to individuals and families living with HIV or AIDS through the HIV/AIDS Services Administration (HASA). Those eligible for HASA are entitled to enhanced public assistance, including higher amounts of cash assistance and additional rental assistance, along with other services. HASA also administers a separate shelter system for those without permanent housing.
H/ARP can assist individuals who have been denied assistance or other supports to which they are legally entitled from HASA. H/ARP regularly assists clients in obtaining rental arrears, ongoing financial assistance, and advocates for those facing barriers to receiving benefits.
Information about applying for HASA is available here.
The HIV/AIDS Representation Project (H/ARP) has continued its medical-legal partnership (MLP) initiative with Mount Sinai Hospital and Montefiore Medical Center healthcare systems. Patients can seek legal consultations on a diverse range of legal issues. Through these MLPs and conducting regular outreach, H/ARP addresses the gap in access to legal representation services experienced by many members of this community.
Call our H/ARP helpline at 718-579-8989 if you are a person living with HIV/AIDS and need assistance with a legal matter.