For the women and families served by WHP, HIV is only one of several
major health and social issues they face. WHP innovated a model of care
to overcome these barriers through a comprehensive, culturally sensitive,
array of family-focused programs, all conveniently housed in a safe space
under one
roof. More >
We are pleased to announce that our 15th Anniversary Celebration--Living Proof--was a huge success! Performances included Rhodessa Jones and The Medea Project, Bonnie Hayes, and Linda Tillery. Special awards were given to Barbara Rodgers, Susan Shea, and Cassandra Steptoe. Thank you to all those who supported and attended this special event. See Photos and read more >
Edward Machtinger, our Director, and Ruth Greenblatt, our founder, were featured on KQED's television program, QUEST, where they discussed the newest developments in the AIDS epidemic. The show can be seen online. Click Here
Iris learned she was HIV positive in 1991, at a time when many newly infected people were shunned by their families and friends. She has experienced addiction, homelessness and multiple health problems- issues faced by many women living with HIV. Through WHP she has learned that "you can live with HIV, you just need to take care of yourself. Life is worth living". More >
