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Welcome to the HAVEN Program

The HAVEN Program is a HIV outpatient clinic that provides care to people who are infected with HIV and who live in northeastern Ontario. We also assist those whose lives have been affected by HIV (families/friends/partners).

We recognize that people living with HIV face many challenges. Often, these challenges are complex and are not easily solved by any one person. For these reasons, a team approach to care is offered by the HAVEN program. Each member of the HAVEN team has unique skills. Together and with a coordinated effort, the HAVEN team can provide care to you and your loved ones.
Philosophy

WE PROVIDE - specialized, outpatient health-care to those living with HIV and affected by HIV in northeastern Ontario.

WE PROMOTE - early treatment and care so that people with HIV can live healthy and active lives for as long as possible.

WE ASSIST - you, your family and your caregivers to become informed about HIV so that you can receive care as close to home as possible.

WE BELIEVE THAT. . .

HIV does not discriminate.
It can infect anyone. It can affect anyone. Therefore, care is provided to each person regardless of nationality, race, creed, colour, sexual orientation, political belief, or socio-economic status.

HIV affects the body, mind and spirit.
Therefore, each person is recognized as a unique individual and care is provided to improve physical, emotional, spiritual and social health.

HIV can be treated and managed for a prolonged period of time.
Many people with HIV are leading full and active lives. As each year passes, new and more effective treatments are available to slowdown HIV and treat complications that may arise. Each person has the right to make informed decisions about their care. Each person must be allowed to live and die with respect and dignity.

HIV impacts not only the person living with HIV, but also his/her "family", friend and community.
Therefore, care is also provided to hose who are "affected" by HIV.

Early Treatment and Care

Early treatment and care will help you live a more active, healthy life...

We want to hear from you between visits if you are:

  • feeling anxious or depressed
  • having fevers
  • having night sweats
  • having diarrhea or weight loss
  • short of breath or coughing
  • noticing white patches in your mouth or have a painful mouth
  • having trouble swallowing or a sore throat
  • noticing rashes or problems with your skin
  • having headaches or pain
  • noticing changes in your vision
  • having irregular menstrual periods or yeast infections
  • feeling lonely or afraid
  • noticing a loss of appetite
  • noticing changes in your memory
  • worried about anything at all

Services

We offer...

  • specialty medical care
  • case management
  • nutrition and diet counselling
  • access to, and advice and teaching about HIV medications
  • access to experimental drugs, clinical trials and research
  • specialized lab testing
  • nursing care and support
  • supportive counselling
  • information and handouts on HIV-related medications and issues
  • consultation with your other health care providers

Information Brochures

Contact Us

Please contact us for any inquiries, information or to make a referral.

The HAVEN Program
41 Ramsey Lake Road
Sudbury, ON
P3E 5J1

Telephone: 1-800-410-1814 or (705) 523-7059
Fax: (705) 523-7077

jlatendrepaquette@hrsrh.on.ca

Clinic Hours
The HAVEN program is open MONDAY to FRIDAY from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Please call for an appointment if you are noticing changes in your health. Our clinic days are Tuesdays and Thursdays.

When we are closed, we encourage you to get the care that you need from your family doctor or the nearest local walk-in clinic or emergency department.

Cancellations
We appreciate appointments being kept and encourage you to call us if you are unable to keep your scheduled appointment.

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