Assistance
HIV services
Find resources that fit your needs for testing, medications, or other HIV-related assistance.
People with HIV in Minnesota can apply for antiretroviral medication assistance and other benefits.
The Ryan White System of Care
Eligibility for the Ryan White Program is determined by the Minnesota Department of Human Services. Some Ryan White services are offered in St. Croix and Pierce counties in Wisconsin.
For more information and/or to apply for Ryan White services:
Red Door
This clinic offers sexual health care for everyone. People who use or inject drugs can get sterile syringes. You can also get confidential HIV/STI testing and treatment in a safe, caring setting. Red Door also offers PrEP, a daily pill for people who don’t have HIV but are at high risk of getting it.
- Red Door Clinic
- 525 Portland Avenue South, 4th floor
Minneapolis, MN 55415 - Call 612-543-5555 to make an appointment or get test results.
- Walk-ins available.
PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis)
PrEP is a daily pill for people who don’t have HIV but are at risk of getting it. To reduce your risk of getting HIV, use this medication along with:
- condom use
- safer sex counseling
- routine testing for sexually transmitted infections
Find out more about PrEP and how to get it at Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) - MN Dept. of Health.
Where to get referrals for services
The AIDSLine is Minnesota's statewide information & referral service for HIV. They can be reached at:
- 612-822-7946, ext. 243
- AIDSLine@aliveness.org
- AIDSLine - The Aliveness Project
Minnesota Council for HIV/AIDS Care and Prevention
Minnesota Council for HIV/AIDS Care and Prevention
The Minnesota Council for HIV/AIDS Care and Prevention (MCHACP) is comprised of people with a stake in HIV prevention and care, including people from HIV-affected communities. The council operates as a collaborative between the Minnesota Department of Human Services, the Minnesota Department of Health, and Hennepin County Public Health. It is the responsibility of MCHACP to:
- Develop Minnesota’s Integrated HIV Prevention and Care Plan
- Make decisions and recommendations about HIV treatment and care services
- Prioritize populations for HIV prevention services
Interested in serving on the council or getting involved?
Please email Aamina Abdirashid Mohamed at aamina.abdirashidmohamed@hennepin.us.