Be in charge with Re-Charge!
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
Virtual Services
GMHC
307 West 38th Street, New York, NY 10018
GMHC services are currently conducting services virtually. Participants interested in enrolling into services should contact 212-367-1109.
Walk-in or by appointment
PHP / Housing Works
301 W 37th St, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10018
929-370-1491
Housing Works is providing in-person services at this time.
Drop-in on Thursday’s from 4:00PM-07:00PM
Walk-in available Monday – Friday, 09:00AM – 05:00PM
Participants interested in services should come to site with a face covering or mask. If you are sick, please stay home or connect with clinical services to access diagnosis and treatment.
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.
Meth Positive Networks
The Center NYC
1. What is the mission of your organization?
We are a community center-based, LGBTQ specific substance use program offering specialized crystal meth addiction programming in a supportive and affirming environment, both virtually and in-person. We offer both abstinence-based treatment and harm reduction services along with connection to the broad array of additional services, supports, and programs at The Center itself and via linkage & referral to our many community partners.
2. Qualifying Criteria for the program:
The Center’s outpatient substance use treatment program for youth (“Center Recovery Youth”) is designed specifically to help LGBTQ+ young people, ages 13-25, make healthy decisions about drugs and alcohol.
Clients who wish to enroll in harm reduction services at The Center are asked to complete a comprehensive intake assessment. Currently, intakes are scheduled and being held virtually throughout the week. The intake includes a sexual health screening which aims to identify individuals who may benefit from PrEP, PEP, and other forms of prevention education.
3. Types of services that are offered (including mobile and/or in-person services):
Currently all of our program participants have the option for either telehealth (including video and/or phone) and in-person services for all individual and group services. There are currently 7 in-person groups occurring at The Center with plans to add additional groups back in-person.
4. Ways to enroll into the program
The quickest way to connect with us is via email at [email protected]
An alternate is to call our main line at 212-620-7310.
The Center building is open 365 days a year. Programs staff are onsite Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm (excluding federal holidays) and can answer questions and provide enrollment information in person as well.
5. For More information
https://gaycenter.org/recovery...
Email: [email protected]
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.
How can I connect to services at this time during COVID-19?
Contact Andrew Bonfrancesco at (929) 370-1491.
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?
Contact us at [email protected] and/or 347-628-2669 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 (929) 370-1491, or email at [email protected]