Programs
The following reflect a broader description of the programs currently offered by SETAC.
GLBT HIV Prevention and Education
In an effort to help curb and de-stigmatize HIV, SETAC offers programs that include HIV rapid tests, condom distribution, education activities surrounding safer sex and risk reduction.
This program is available for the GLBT community, but also available to the public. We offer this program in both Spanish and English.
SETAC delivers condoms to many GLBT places of encounter, including discos, bars, sex clubs. Our goal is a minimum of 30 HIV rapid tests per month.
We accomplish this with three certified counselors, coupled with educational materials, coupons, brochures, posters. Rapid tests are provided at SETAC as well as pre and post counseling and a complete referral network to local professionals, government and service agencies.
Living with HIV Support Group
In our efforts to provide complete services, this group allows it members the ability to create community and share in a safe and comfortable environment.
This program is currently available to gay men. We offer this program in Spanish.
SETAC offers this group the ability to learn: stress reduction techniques, knowledge of HIV and its progression, proactive control of their own health issues, assistance with government healthcare programs. Additionally, this program allows for the building of confidence about disclosure, improving of quality of life.
We accomplish this with weekly meetings facilitated with professional counselors and/or other people living with HIV.
Immune System Enhancements
In connection with our Living with HIV Support Group, we offer stress reducing and immune enhancement massages.
This program is currently available to all participants in the Living with HIV Support Group.
This is accomplished with volunteers donating their services to our group.
Nutritional Necessities
Designed to assist those living with HIV, this program helps to educate and teach the necessities of a good and healthy diet. Our nutritionist offers both group and individual counseling sessions to educate about food and how to eat for a healthy lifestyle.
Referral Network
We maintain a substantial list of available resources and referrals for many services. While other referrals are available, our primary focus is on those referrals for our previously mentioned Prevention and Harm Reduction groups.
Codependency Group (CODA)
In our efforts to help support those with self identified Codependency, SETAC currently offers a safe and welcoming place to meet for this support group.
This program is offered to the GLBT community, but also available to the general public Spanish speaking.
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings
In our efforts to help support those in or seeking sobriety, SETAC currently offers our offices for this group.
This program is offered to the GLBT community in Spanish and English and is also available to the general public.
English as a Second Language
This program offers both basic and intermediate English. As we are located in a tourist destination, English is essential for promising and gainful employment within the tourism industry.
This program is available to the GLBT community with the desire to expand upon their English skills to gain the necessary language skills to seek employment. This program also allows for the placement of youth in training/jobs within GLBT business establishments.
SETAC offers this program with professional school teachers and includes both conversational and grammar skills, along with materials and handouts.
Movie Night
As a staple in our Social Programs, movie night has become popular within our community.
Movie night is available for the GLBT community and the public at large. However, this program is becoming a venue in which our targeted Prevention and Harm Reduction group have access to alcohol/drug free entertainment for an evening.
