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Getting Started

Getting Started in Positive Choices
Outpatient Substance Abuse Group & Individual Counseling

• Participants must have a diagnosis of HIV/AIDS.
• To participate in Metropolitan Charities Outpatient Substance Abuse programs and support groups, you must first contact the Program Specialist to set up an intake appointment. These appointments can be done by phoning (727) 321-3854 Ext. 228.
• All Intake Appointments include the initial assessment and completion of necessary paperwork in order to begin the program.
• Complete confidentiality is ensured and maintained.

To obtain more information about Positive Choices, please call (727) 321-3854 Ext. 228 and ask for the Program Specialist or email substancefree@metrocharities.org.  Please e-mail general information requests only.