HEALTH COUNSELING

For clients, family members and the public, current hepatitis C information is vital. Conrad Mendoza, SLO Hep C Project's Health Counselor, provides current treatment information, is a link to the medical community for the agency and, for clients, and is able to give referrals to physicians, discuss drug side effects and disease progression. Counseling available in both English and Spanish.

BENEFITS COUNSELING

Insurance and benefit programs such as SSI, SSDI, Medi-Cal, Medicare, and private insurance programs can be confusing and daunting to those trying to utilize them. SLO Hep C Project's Benefits Counselor, Cathy Lewis, helps our clients access the benefits that they are entitled to. Cathy can also help with access to programs for housing assistance.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Assistance is available to SLO Hep C Project's clients from grant funds for:

• Counseling
• Nutritional Counseling
• Medical Exams
• Lab tests (including liver biopsy)
• Food Pantry

VOLUNTEER SERVICES

SLO Hep C Project provides practical assistance for clients, such as transportation to appointments, housekeeping, meal preparation or food delivery and companionship, SLO Hep C Project's Volunteer Coordinator, Nicole Schroeder, matches client needs and volunteer availability.

INFORMATIONAL FORUMS

At least six times a year, SLO Hep C Project provides informational forums for clients and interested community members. Topics include treatment issues, nutrition, psycho-social issues, benefits information, personal budgeting, etc.

HEP C ANTIBODY TESTING TIMES & LOCATIONS

Antibody testing

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This site last updated January 22, 2007.