Daily Archives: February 9, 2013

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As we look ahead in 2013..

As we look ahead in 2013 we must not forget to remember the many things that we can be thankful for in the passing year. Many things for which we can be very proud of and hopefully many things that we can learn from. Learning, being thankful, and looking ahead is a vital part of growing as we make positive choices for our lives and encourage others to do the same. Looking ahead requires vision for bigger and better things, […]

I wanted to die, live, and fight all at once, and I will proudly say that I have done all three. 

I wanted to die, live, and fight all at once, and I will proudly say that I have done all three.  I died two and half years ago. A scene from a movie as I was ushered into a hallway, crisp white walls, nurses bustling about ( each stopping for a split second to stare at me with sadness or judgment), the smell of alcohol swabs reeked the air, and then the unusual sound of a man screaming. A small […]

CAB– Consumer Advisory Board Notes

   Each month on the 2nd Thursday at 11:00 am a group of misc. service providers from around the state of Arkansas, advocates from the infected/affected community and guests meets via teleconference. There are different topics for discussion based on current events, however after introductions are made the normal protocol is to discuss “old business”. Because it is deemed as one of the most important and pressing issues, the disparity concerning how many HIV positive clients are not receiving medical […]

The 2012 Year in Review by Heath Lance, Secretary

We had a very eventful year in 2012. It is gratifying to see HIV Arkansas continue to grow as a positive force in the HIV Community. Below are a few highlights: 1. Donated $1600 to the Northwest Arkansas Regional HIV Clinic. 2. Held 20 Positive Living Support Group Meetings. 3. Educational meetings:  HIV 101 education with AR Hope in Ft. Smith.  Viewing of Frontline’s “The Age of AIDS” with discussion.  Ryan White program overview by Danny Harris of ARCare  Derrick […]

2012 Christmas Party

The 2012 Christmas party was, as always, a big hit among members of HIV Arkansas and invited guests. The essence of the Christmas Spirit filled the air from the moment your feet hit the decking on the front entrance of Michael and Heath’s home in Springdale. Lights in every window greeted each guest with a array of dazzling colors followed by the traditional red and gold wreath adorning the front door. Just inside, the first tree, decked in it’s whimsical […]