HIV TESTING
Since 1989 we have been a testing site for our community providing stigma and discrimination-free services. A place where anyone can come, get tested, and access prevention and treatment resources. By breaking down these barriers to care, we can help underserved communities stay healthy.
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) does not discriminate. Therefore, anyone can become infected regardless of gender, age, race, sex, or sexuality.
We believe that everyone should get tested if they are unaware of their HIV status. Getting tested for HIV on a routine basis is a simple and powerful way to take control of your health and your partner’s well-being (s). At Bienestar we offer free, confidential testing services as well as treatment and medical care in the case of a positive result.
ANTIRETROVIRAL TREATMENT (ART)
The treatment for HIV is called antiretroviral therapy (ART). ART involves taking a combination of HIV medicines every day. ART is recommended for everyone who has HIV. ART cannot cure HIV, but HIV medicines help people with HIV live longer, healthier lives. ART also reduces the risk of HIV transmission. People with HIV should start taking HIV medicines as soon as possible after an HIV diagnosis. Bienestar is currently accepting new clients for ART / HIV treatment. If you wish to join La Familia Bienestar, please visit our clinic, call us, or fill out an interest form!
“The only way to know your HIV status is to get tested. Knowing your status gives you powerful information to keep you and your partner healthy.”
Silvia Valerio
Testing and Linkage to Care Coordinator
Getting tested for HIV with Bienestar has many benefits:
- Fast—Results in as little as 1 minute with our rapid finger stick tests.
- Confidential—We make sure your personal information is safe and protected.
- Answers—Get all the answers you are looking for about HIV/AIDS, PrEP, safer sex, etc.
- Empowerment—Getting tested means you are taking action for your health & well-being.
- Compassionate—If your test is positive, the HIV counselor will link you to the help you need via Clinica Bienestar, and provide a non-judgmental space to address your concerns and questions.
Mobile Testing Unit
We also bring mobile testing vans to local bars, clubs, parks, and community events to offer free HIV testing as a service to the Greater Los Angeles community. So look for our Bienestar vans and get tested with us!
Locations
We provide free, confidential, rapid 1 minute HIV testing at six of our center locations. HIV treatment is available at our East Los Angeles location at Clinica Bienestar.
EAST LOS ANGELES
5326 E. Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90022
Monday – Friday: 10AM – 2PM, 3PM – 6:30PM
(866) 590 – 6411 Ext – 140
HOLLYWOOD
4955 W. Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Monday & Wednesday: 10AM – 2PM,
3PM – 6:30PM
(866) 590 – 6411 Ext – 200
LONG BEACH
2690 Pacific Ave # 300
Long Beach, CA 90806
Monday – Friday: 10AM – 2PM, 3PM – 6:30PM
(866) 590 – 6411 Ext – 500
POMONA
180 E. Mission Blvd.
Pomona, CA 91766
Monday – Friday: 10AM – 2PM, 3PM – 6:30PM
(866) 590 – 6411 Ext – 600
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY
8551 Vesper Ave
Panorama City, CA 91402
Monday – Tuesday & Thursday – Friday: 10AM – 2PM, 3PM – 6:30PM
(866) 590 – 6411 Ext – 310
SOUTH LOS ANGELES
130 W. Manchester Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90003
Monday – Friday: 10AM – 2PM, 3PM – 6:30PM
(866) 590 – 6411 Ext – 400
Walk ins are welcome, or to make an appointment, please call the center location closest to you.
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Latin@s accounted for almost 30 percent of all HIV infection cases in 2019
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Latinx males are four times as likely to have HIV/AIDS compared to white males.
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Latinx women were four times as likely to have HIV/AIDS as compared to white females.
Who should get tested?
HIV can be transmitted through various means, including sexual contact or sharing needles with an HIV-infected individual. Therefore, it is highly recommended to get tested if you have been in any risky situations involving blood-to-blood contact with someone whose HIV status you are unsure of.
When you get tested, our HIV counselors can also help answer any questions or concerns you may have.
We also bring mobile testing vans to local bars, clubs, parks, and community events to offer free HIV testing as a service to the Greater Los Angeles community. So look for our Bienestar vans and get tested with us!
For more information about HIV testing or to request a Bienestar mobile testing van for an event, please contact:
Silvia Valerio (she/ella)
Testing and Linkage to Care Coordinator
svalerio@bienestar.org
Phone: (866)590-6411 Ext-602
