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Our Mission
Triad Health Project provides emotional and practical support to individuals living with HIV/AIDS, to their loved ones, and to those at risk for HIV/AIDS; implements strategies to educate those at risk and the community about HIV/AIDS; and advocates locally, regionally, and nationally for individuals and groups infected with or affected by HIV/AIDS.
Our Vision
We will stand together for as long as it takes until HIV/AIDS is no more, working together to promote enlightenment, dignity, acceptance, understanding, and love, demonstrating that we are not only enduring this epidemic, but prevailing over it.
Did you know that 37% of THP's funding comes from individuals just like you? Now more than ever, your gifts play a tremendous part in helping THP fulfill its mission. When you contribute to THP in any amount, you stand with us in the fight, and you stand up for everyone we serve.
Thank You!
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Inside THP
Monthly musings from THP's Executive Director
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Sharon Lipscomb
Director of High Point Services
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"I've learned that people will forget
what you said, people will forget what
you did, but people will never forget
how you made them feel."
~ Maya Angelou
This quotation reminds me of my dear colleague, Sharon Lipscomb. For 20 years Sharon has been making people living with HIV/AIDS in our community feel welcome and safe. As the Director of High Point Services for THP, Sharon opened THP's High Point office and has never stopped opening doors for our clients all across Guilford County. She has always done whatever it takes to help people in need and going way beyond the call of duty is standard procedure for her. She has held the hands of too many people as they lay dying from AIDS. And yet, somehow, she can still offer a spectacular smile to the new client walking through our front door. And she can still offer hope.
She is a tireless advocate for people living with HIV/AIDS and is an articulate and powerful voice for those who often don't have one.
There are no words to adequately convey our appreciation for Sharon's service to THP. Thank you is all we have.
Thank you, Sharon. Thank you.
Addison Ore
Executive Director
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Project Shimmy Returns!
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Torque and Twisted Dance Studios are pleased to present the 3rd Annual Project Shimmy, an exciting evening filled with a wide variety of world dance and entertainment, with all proceeds benefiting Triad Health Project! This popular event always draws a crowd, so get your tickets today! Prizes will be raffled for great items donated by a variety of Greensboro merchants.
We are so grateful to Torque and Twisted Dance Studios for continuing to generously share their talents with our community in support of the mission and work of THP.
The Third Annual Project Shimmy -
World Dance Benefit Show
Saturday, September 10, 2011, 7:30PM
(Doors open at 7PM)
The Broach Theatre
320 S. Elm Street
Greensboro
Tickets: $15
Click here for Program Details and to Order Tickets
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Client Story of the Month
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Over the summer months, our women's group decided to take a break until September. Despite the lack of meetings this summer, the effects of the group are still being seen in each of the women's lives. There has been one success story that has touched both Allyson and myself, and has continued to remind us how important it is for women to come together.
One of our discussions was about the importance of medication and how HIV affects the body. A participant admitted that in the twenty-plus years of knowing her status, she had not consistently been taking her HIV medication. As a result, her immune system was not very strong and without a significant lifestyle change, it was inevitable that she would get sick in the near future. Other participants would engage this person in conversation about her medications because they were truly concerned for her.
At one meeting, our group participants were treated to a wonderful dinner and presentation, thanks to one of our local drug reps. The presenter was a dynamic speaker and had a story that was similar to that of our women participants. We were all captivated by the presenter's message and our participant who had not been taking her medication was inspired to make a promise to herself to change her life. Since then, she has been clean from substances for several months and reports that she takes her medications regularly.
At her most recent doctor's visit, her Viral Load and CD4 count significantly improved. Seeing the change in this woman reminds me just how important it is for women to have an opportunity to meet together, share struggles, and create a network of support, encouragement, and accountability. I look forward to meeting with this group of women in the Fall and hope to share many more successes of women helping women in our community.
Ellen McAngus, MSW
Clinical Specialist
Ellen McAngus (left) and Allyson Clark (right) are case managers at THP who work with the Women's Group one night a week, for eight week sessions.
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Greensboro's Central Carolina Fair is Coming September 16-25, 2011
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Welcome Julie!
THP welcomes Julie McKnight, our new Administrative Assistant. Julie is a great new addition to our Greensboro office. She is a local artist with a studio in downtown's artist collective, Linden Street, where she works with stained glass. Very active in her church and various softball leagues, she stays busy! Be sure to welcome Julie when you greet her at the front desk!
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Stellar Summer Volunteer
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Greensboro's THP office was lucky to have Cat Beck as our summer intern. Cat is a rising sophomore at Northwest High School and spent two days a week volunteering in the food pantry. She made up bags to distribute to clients, stocked our shelves, and set up for the weekly deliveries. Cat always has a smile and an eagerness to make a difference. We look forward to having her again next summer!
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| The Perfect Pizza - Recipe Ideas | | |
Think homemade pizza is too difficult or time consuming? Think again. Whether you use homemade dough or store-bought, pizza always pleases. Maybe even try it grilled!
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In This Issue
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20 Year Milestone
Stellar Summer Volunteer
Attention MVP Shoppers
Project Shimmy
Back to School
Staff Appreciation Day
Central Carolina Fair
HIV Prevention Testing
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Back to School
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Hoorah! The kids are back in school! Visit Guilford County School's calendar for scheduled holidays, teacher workdays and early dismissals.
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Save the Date!
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THP's 20th Annual
Winter Walk for AIDS
Sunday, December 4th, 2011
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Matching Gift Campaign
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Our Annual Matching Gift Campaign is under way and going strong. But- we still need your support. A generous couple has offered to match $5000 if we can raise $5000 from our supporters. Visit our secure donation page to take part in this important campaign.
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Triad Health Project is proud to be among the 30 participating partner agencies of the United Way of Greater Greensboro, and the 29 partner agencies of the United Way of High Point. THP receives about 1/5 (20%) of our funding from these two United Ways. Without your support and the generous commitment of all who contribute their hard-earned dollars to their United Way campaigns each year, THP would not be able to offer the range of client services and prevention education programs that we do today. When you give to the United Way, you enable local service agencies, like Triad Health Project, to serve the needs of our neighbors and friends, and by doing so, you help to build a better and stronger community for everyone. Soon, the 2011-2012 United Way campaigns will be underway, and we hope that you'll give as generously as you can. The Greater Greensboro and Greater High Point communities are counting on you. Thank You!
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September Declared
Diversity Month!
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On August 23, 2011, Governor Bev Perdue signed a proclamation to establish September as Diversity Month in NC!
"This will be the first statewide diversity initiative in North Carolina," Gov. Perdue said at the International Civil Rights Museum in Greensboro, where the proclamation was signed. "It will open up a new understanding and new relationships across our state."
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Triad Health Project continues to offer FREE and Confidential HIV/ STI Testing on Mondays between 5 and 7 pm. - No appointment necessary.
- FREE condoms available upon request.
- Tests include screening for HIV/AIDS, Syphilis, Gonorrhea, and Chlamydia.
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Staff Appreciation
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On August 17th, THP's staff was treated to a day at the ballpark, to cheer on the local Greensboro Grasshoppers. Thank you to Senn Dunn Insurance, for donating their skybox for staff to enjoy! |
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Mother of ALL Mailings
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Are you looking for a fun and unique volunteer opportunity? Join us on Saturday, October 22, for the Mother of ALL Mailings. Visit the volunteer page for more details!
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September 11th marks the tenth anniversary of the attacks that shocked our nation. Let us remember not only those we lost that day, but everyday, to violence and discrimination. |
Attention Shoppers
Shopping at Food Lion Can Help THP Earn Cash THP Organization code: 252478 |
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Greensboro
801 Summit Avenue
P.O. Box 5716
Greensboro, NC 27435
(336) 275-1654
High Point
620 English Road
P.O. Box 616
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 884-4116
www.triadhealthproject.com
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