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Today is #WorldAIDSDay. The fight against #HIV and

Today is #WorldAIDSDay. The fight against #HIV and #AIDS continues and we are here to help. We provide HIV testing, treatment, and prevention resources for Bronx residents, regardless of your ability to pay. Call our Health Services department at 718-466-8244 for more information.

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#Bronx #Health #Wellness #NYC #HIVTesting #HIVPrevention #hivawareness #lgbtq #lgbt #prep #pep #protectyourself #safesex

Today is #GivingTuesday. Will you help us make a d

Today is #GivingTuesday.
Will you help us make a difference in the lives of #Bronx residents by becoming a #GivingTuesdayVIP?
To donate now, visit the link in our bio.

No matter its size, your generous gift will enable us to lift individuals to their fullest potential and improve our community as a whole.

Our #GivingTuesdayVIP Mission:
With the unemployment rate amid the pandemic topping 25% in our community, we know that Preparing Clients for Employment in a COVID and Post-COVID World is of paramount importance.

Read about our recent job fair and career forum at https://lnkd.in/gskuvQP

#VIPCommunityServices #BronxNY #healthcare #vocationalservices #housing #behavioralhealth #testing #treatment

Thanksgiving Hours: Most VIP programs will be clos

Thanksgiving Hours: Most VIP programs will be closed on Thursday (Nov. 26) and Friday (Nov. 27) and will reopen on Monday morning. Our OTP Clinic reopens on Friday and our Access Center reopens on Saturday.

If you choose to celebrate Thanksgiving, please be safe and participate in activities that have a lower risk of you spreading or being infected with COVID-19. The CDC suggests these lower-risk activities:

🦃 Having a small dinner with only people who live in your household

🦃 Having a virtual dinner and sharing recipes with friends and family

🦃 Preparing food for family and neighbors, especially those at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19, and delivering them in a way that doesn’t involve contact with others

🦃 Shopping online rather than in person on the day after Thanksgiving or the next Monday

🦃 Watching sports events, parades, and movies from home

#HappyThanksgiving #Thanksgiving #WearAMask #COVID19NYC

Today, we solemnly observe Transgender Day of Reme

Today, we solemnly observe Transgender Day of Remembrance, an annual day of acknowledgement and mourning for those members of the Trans community who have lost their lives to acts of transphobic violence.

Transgender women and people of color are most heavily impacted. More than 80% of murders since 2013 have been committed against transgender women and, of those, 80% are Black. Unfortunately, youth of trans experience are the recipients of these violent attacks as well.

Today, let us remember those who we have lost, and tomorrow, let us work together to ensure we create a future where days like today are no longer necessary.
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Source: @nychealthy

#transgenderrights #transrightsarehumanrights #transgender #transdayofremembrance

November is COPD Awareness Month! Chronic obstruct

November is COPD Awareness Month! Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, refers to a group of diseases that cause airflow blockage and breathing-related problems. It includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. COPD makes breathing difficult for the 16 million Americans who have this disease. Millions more people suffer from COPD, but have not been diagnosed and are not being treated. Although there is no cure for COPD, it can be treated. Speak to our Health Services team to learn more.

Pictured: VIP's TEAM Youth Project, a part of @samhsagov's Capacity Building Initiative.
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#COPDAwarenessMonth #COPD #emphysema
#bronchitis #healtheducation #breathe #stopsmoking #smokingcessation

The #COVID19 pandemic has contributed to a 25% #un

The #COVID19 pandemic has contributed to a 25% #unemploymentrate in the #Bronx compared to about 6% this time last year. In response, #VIPcommunityservices theme for #GivingTuesday on December 1, 2020 is: Preparing Clients for Employment in a COVID and Post-COVID World.

Learn More about supporting #GivingTuesdayVIP in the News section of our website via link in bio.

THANK YOU to @GetUsPPE and @Sewing4Good for donati

THANK YOU to @GetUsPPE and @Sewing4Good for donating #PPE to our staff and supporting us as we continue to provide essential health services to the Bronx community. The gowns were sewn by the volunteers of Sewing 4 Good of Santa Clara, CA, a not-for-profit project of Lumenous Device Technologies.

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#DonatePPE #Bronx #COVID19NYC #ThankYouVolunteers #ThankYouHealthWorkers #WearAMask #GetUsPPE #Sewing4Good

VIP will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2020

VIP will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, in honor of Veterans Day. We will reopen on Thursday morning. THANK YOU to ALL the Veterans who have so bravely served our country. We don't know them all, but we owe them all.
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#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #Veterans #neverforget #alwaysremember #thankyouforyourservice #army #airforce #navy #marines

Care for a stress ball? Today is #StressAwarenessD

Care for a stress ball? Today is #StressAwarenessDay, a day to help us all identify and reduce the stress factors in our lives. By doing so, we can improve our health and relationships. Here are some tips:

🟣 Develop a routine to help you lessen your tension

🟣 Go for a walk

🟣 Do some deep breathing

🟣 Get some exercise or a massage

🟣 Take a long, relaxing bath

🟣 If you’re struggling with the amount of stress in your life, seek help. You can speak to your doctor or check with your employer for an assistance program designed to help employees balance their life.

#stressmanagement #stress #stressawareness #wellness

Have a safe, healthy, and H🎃ppy H🎃lloween fr

Have a safe, healthy, and H🎃ppy H🎃lloween from the VIP family!! Who wins the best costume award?

Also, remember to turn your clocks back 1 hour before you go to bed tonight! Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 1 at 2:00am.

#happyhalloween #halloween #costumes #bronx #daylightsavingtime

It's PrEP Aware Week! PrEP reduces the risk of get

It's PrEP Aware Week! PrEP reduces the risk of getting HIV from sex by about 99% when taken daily.* PrEP is for anyone – straight, gay or bisexual. PrEP is for male, female, transgender or gender non-conforming individuals. We're here to answer any questions you might have. Please visit the Health Services Department on the 2nd floor or call 718-466-8244.

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#PrEPforSex #PrEP #HIVPrevention #Awareness #Education #SafeSex #LGBTQ #Straight #BronxStrong

During Domestic Violence Awareness Month and beyon

During Domestic Violence Awareness Month and beyond, our TEAM YOUTH PROJECT is raising awareness about domestic violence, which includes physical, sexual, and/or emotional abuse. VIP's TEAM YOUTH PROJECT is a part of @SAMHSAgov's Capacity Building Initiative. To learn more and to get involved, email us at info@vipservices.org
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#domesticviolenceprevention #bullying #teenagers #parents #youngadults #stoptheviolence #domesticviolence #education #awareness #prevention #bronxstrong

It's PrEP Aware Week! PrEP reduces the risk of get

It's PrEP Aware Week! PrEP reduces the risk of getting HIV from sex by about 99% when taken daily.* PrEP is for anyone – straight, gay or bisexual. PrEP is for male, female, transgender or gender non-conforming individuals. We're here to answer any questions you might have. Please visit the Health Services Department on the 2nd floor or call 718-466-8244.
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#PrEPforSex #PrEP #HIVPrevention #Awareness #Education #SafeSex #LGBTQ #Straight #BronxStrong

You did it! Thank YOU for supporting our Fundraisi

You did it! Thank YOU for supporting our Fundraising Virtual Tribute and helping us reach our fundraising goals to support the clients served by VIP. We had such a great time and it was all for a great cause! Thank you to our entire audience for tuning in, our sponsors, honoree and awardees, staff, board members, guest speakers, performers, and especially our clients and #TheBronx community. You can still support us here: vipservices.org/donate

Our Fundraising Virtual Tribute is THIS Wednesday!

Our Fundraising Virtual Tribute is THIS Wednesday! Join us for a star-studded celebration in honor of the many clients VIP serves each year. Catch performances by @lizziethejazzsinger and @tommyjamesandtheshondells and appearances by actress Rachel Ticotin and @missamerica 2020 @camilleschrier. Hear stories from our clients and remarks from our honorees and award winners including: Pat Wang, JD, President and CEO of @healthfirstny; Diego Ponieman, MD, of @somoscare; and New York State Assembly Member @mikeblake1922. Don't miss it!: vipservices.org/virtual

We're wearing pink today to raise awareness about

We're wearing pink today to raise awareness about #BreastCancer. According to the CDC, breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the United States (after skin cancer), and black women die from breast cancer at a higher rate than white women. It's important to remember that men can also get breast cancer. Early detection can help you prevent breast cancer from spreading to other parts of your body.

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#EarlyDetection #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #GetTested #BreastCancerAwareness #Healthy #EatWell #WearPink #pink

Thanks @BronxNetTV for having us on your "Open" TV

Thanks @BronxNetTV for having us on your "Open" TV program this week to discuss VIP's work and impact in #TheBronx, and our upcoming fundraising virtual tribute in support of our clients. You can watch the video at: bronxnet.org/watch/shows/open/

Also, be sure to click on the link in our bio to register today for our fundraiser in support of our mission to improve the #health and wellbeing of the Bronx and surrounding communities.
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#Virtual #Gala #Bronx #NYC #communityhealth #publichealth #virtualgala #healthcare #tv

VIP celebrates National Physician Assistants (PA)

VIP celebrates National Physician Assistants (PA) Week, a week that recognizes and raises awareness of the PA profession and its contributions to the nation’s health. We appreciate our PA Heroes at VIP and around the country, who have not only proven themselves as flexible, adaptable, and collaborative – but also ESSENTIAL. Essential to healthcare. Essential to patients. #PAWeek #PhysicianAssistant #PA #physicianassistants #healthheroes #thankshealthheroes

Planting Day was fun! We planted flowers at our ma

Planting Day was fun! We planted flowers at our main headquarters at 770 E. 176th Street in the Bronx and it's already putting smiles on people's faces. 😊💐
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#flowers #gardening #nature #bronxstrong

Tune in tomorrow (Monday) to catch VIP on @BronxNe

Tune in tomorrow (Monday) to catch VIP on @BronxNetTV's "Open" show at 7am on Ch. 67 (Optimum) and Ch. 33 (Verizon Fios). The program re-airs later in the day at 5pm and 8pm. Host @DocBobLee sits down with VIP's Inez Sieben and Carmen Rivera to talk about our 46 years of service to the Bronx community and our upcoming Virtual Fundraising Event in celebration of our clients: vipservices.org/virtual
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#Virtual #Gala #Bronx #NYC #communityhealth #publichealth #virtualgala #healthcare

We are NOT in the clear. COVID-19 is still here. P

We are NOT in the clear. COVID-19 is still here. Please stay home if you're sick, stay at least 6 feet away from others, wear a face covering to protect those around you, and sanitize your hands often with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. If you've been exposed to someone with COVID-19 or begin to experience symptoms, PLEASE get tested. Contact VIP today for testing information: vipservices.org/testing

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#COVID19 #wearamask #washyourhands #stayhome #healthyathome #COVID19NYC #gettested #BronxStrong #Bronx #NYCstrong #COVID19testing #publichealth

JUST ADDED: @missamerica 2020 @camilleschrier will

JUST ADDED: @missamerica 2020 @camilleschrier will be a special guest at our Virtual Fundraising Tribute on October 14! Camille is a Doctor of Pharmacy Student, prescription safety advocate, and certified naloxone trainer. Camille’s year of service is dedicated to reducing opioid abuse, medication errors, and the associated mortality of both by educating across communities and demographics—from pediatrics to geriatrics. Register today for our virtual event at: vipservices.org/virtual
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#MissAmerica #MissAmerica2020 #CamilleSchrier #OpioidAwareness #AddictionTreatment #Recovery #Education #Bronx #VIPVirtualTribute

We were happy to join our community partners today

We were happy to join our community partners today for IT'S MY PARK DAY AT TREMONT PARK to play an active role in helping to keep our parks and neighborhoods clean and environmentally friendly. Thanks @friendsoftremontpark, @bronxcb6, and @partnershipsforparks for organizing the cleanup!
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#protecttheplanet #tremontpark #bronxstrong #environmentallyfriendly #cleanup #green #nature

Our Fundraising Virtual Tribute on Oct. 14 will fe

Our Fundraising Virtual Tribute on Oct. 14 will feature appearances from Senator Gustavo Rivera and actress Rachel Ticotin! We can't wait to hear performances from multi-platinum artist Tommy James, jazz age artist Lizzie Thomas, and students from our local Upbeat NYC school as well. Don't miss out! Register now at: vipservices.org/virtual.

@nysenatorrivera @lizziethejazzsinger @tommyjamesandtheshondells @upbeatnyc
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#virtualgala #fundraising #tribute #rachelticotin #lizziethomas #upbeatnyc #virtual #entertainment #supportnonprofits

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