Special Services Division
“The mission of VCCHD/Special Services is to act as the public servants for HIV+ clients and those affected by HIV in our community. We vow to do this by educating, assisting, and directing in a confidential, safe, and non-judgmental environment.”
September 24, 1999
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Special Services Division
Web Content Notice (in English and en
Español)
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English:
This website contains HIV prevention messages that may not be appropriate for all audiences. Because HIV infection is spread primarily through sexual practices or by sharing needles, prevention messages and programs may address these topics. If you are not seeking such information or may be offended by such materials, please exit this website.
Español:
Esta página contiene mensajes sobre la prevención del VIH que quizás no son apropiadas para todos los lectores. Muchas veces el VIH es transmitido por prácticas relacionadas al sexo y el uso de drogas, y la prevención y los programas sobre el VIH abordan estos temas. Si no busca este tipo de información o si este tipo de contenido lo ofiende, por favor salga de este sitio.
Special Services Division
About Us
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VCCHD/Special Services provides support, assistance, and educational services to persons living with HIV/AIDS as well as those affected by the virus living in the Victoria area. The seven counties in the service area include Victoria, Calhoun, DeWitt, Goliad, Gonzales, Jackson, and Lavaca.
We are a division of the Victoria City-County Health Department located at:
Pattie Dodson Public Health Center
2805 North Navarro, Suite 104
Victoria, Texas 77901
Our hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m. We are closed for all major holidays. Recorded phone information is available after hours giving emergency instructions.
VCCHD/Special Services was established in January 1992 through a collaborative effort between Victoria City-County Health Department and Gulf Bend MHMR Center to secure Ryan White CARE Act Title II funds. Beginning with a very modest budget and just four clients, Special Services has served more than 300 HIV+ people in the Crossroads area.
Special Services is committed to providing client services that are:
Ø Defined by the needs of the infected and affected community;
Ø Designed to encourage client responsibility;
Ø Efficient and cost-effective;
Ø Delivered in a professional manner.
Clients are seen by appointments. We are aware that emergencies occur and can usually accommodate walk-ins if necessary. To ensure prompt attention to your appointment needs please schedule through the Casework Associate at (361) 572-0125 or 1-800-879-1448.
For all medical emergencies call 911
or go to the nearest emergency room.