Feeling Stuck with Crystal?
Recharge is an open, sex-positive, safe-space to learn about safer crystal meth use and explore a strategy that works for you. Drop-ins occur twice a week, on Tuesdays from 5-8pm and Thursdays from 4-7pm.
Drop-ins
Tuesdays, 5-8pm
GMHC
307 West 38th Street, New York, NY 10018
212-367-1225
By train: (to 34th St.): 1, 2, 3, 7, A, C, E, B, D, F, M, N, Q, R
By bus: M34 and M11
Thursdays, 4-7pm
PHP / Housing Works
301 W 37th St, New York, NY 10018
347-628-2669
By train: (to 34th St.): 1, 2, 3, 7, A, C, E, B, D, F, M, N, Q, R
By bus: M34 (34th St. crosstown) and M20
Resources
Where to Get PrEP and PEP in New York City?
The City of New York provides a listing of clinics where anyone can find a clinic that provides PrEP and PEP.
PrEP: If you worry about being exposed to HIV, ask your doctor or nurse if PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) may be right for you.
PEP: If you think you were recently exposed to HIV, go immediately to your regular medical provider, a health clinic or an emergency room and ask for emergency PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis).
Addiction Institute of New York
The Addiction Institute of New York is committed to provide state-of-the-art, evidence-based treatment, training of professionals in addiction medicine, and research on the treatment of addictive disorders.
Housing Works
Housing Works is a healing community of people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. Their mission is to end the dual crises of homelessness and AIDS through relentless advocacy, the provision of lifesaving services, and entrepreneurial businesses that sustain our efforts.
GMHC
GMHC is one of the largest non-profit HIV/AIDS organizations in the United States. They provide direct services, prevention education and advocacy on HIV/AIDS related policy on a local and national level. At GMHC, specialists in the Intake Department provide new clients living with HIV/AIDS direct services within the agency for men, women, transgender and non-conforming persons, families and youth.
Re-Charge is an open, sex-positive, safe space. Learn about safer use and explore a strategy that works for you.
FAQs
Who is Re-Charge for?
Re-Charge offers a range of individualized services for those who use meth. Re-Charge was specifically designed for men who have sex with men and individuals of trans experience who have sex with men.
We are committed to the practice of harm reduction, which means that you can continue to use meth while accessing services. Re-Charge will meet you where you are and help you reach your health and wellness goals.
What should I expect to find at a drop-in meeting?
Re-Charge is safe, accepting, and healing community. There’s space for everyone and all participations are valued.
Drop-in groups cover a range of topics, including how to use safely, how to moderate use, access clean equipment, and negotiate boundaries with partners.
We offer easy access to PEP and PreP along with group and individual counseling. We can also help you access services like housing, vocational training, and legal support.
What should I do to get help?
Attend a drop-in group and connect with other community members. Or, if you prefer, contact us at info@recharge.support and schedule a time to meet with a staff member. You can also find more resources above.
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Looking for more information?
Reach out via text to (347) 628-2669, or email at K.Thorpe@housingworks.org