Formerly known as the McAuley Health Center

Saint Mary's Advanced Specialty Care

310 Lafayette SE, Suite 410
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Phone: 616-913-8200 or
TOLL FREE: (888) 800-7010

TESTING HOURS
On-site
M-Th 8:30-4:30
Additional evening hours on Wed until 7 PM
 
The Network at 343 Atlas, SE
Thurs from 5-7 PM

all other services by appointment only

OUR COMMITMENT
At Saint Mary's Advanced Specialty Care, we provide responsive, respectful, compassionate care for people who are infected and affected by HIV. We collaborate with clients, empowering them to achieve their highest level of health and personal well-being.

Our approach is to treat the whole person through a team of professionals who work together in a variety of disciplines. We strive to address the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of our clients.

We also recognize that prevention is the only cure for this devastating disease. Through individual and community-based education programs, we work continuously toward a long-term goal of a HIV/AIDS-free environment for all of West Michigan.

• Infectious Disease Specialist
• Certified Nutritionist
• Nurse Practitioner
• Clinical Pharmacist
• Dermatologist
• Medical Social Worker
• Housing Specialist
• HIV/AIDS Nursing Specialists
• HIV/AIDS Case Managers
• HIV Prevention Specialists

WE PROVIDE...

• HIV Testing & Counseling
• HIV/AIDS Education
• Medical Care
• Pharmaceutical Care
• Case Management/Advocacy
• Mental Health Counseling
• Housing Services
• Emergency Financial Assistance

HIV TESTING & COUNSELING
Our health center offers needle and blood free HIV testing through the Michigan Department of Community Health. Anonymous and/or confidential testing and counseling is available during office hours Monday through Thursday.

HIV EDUCATION
McAuley Health Center provides education about HIV/AIDS-related issues to our clients, their families and friends, and other organizations throughout the West Michigan community.

COUNSELING SERVICES
We have counselors on staff to assist clients and their families with coping skills or any other psycho-social issues related to HIV/AIDS. Referrals are also made to other mental health specialists, and substance abuse programs in the community.

CASE MANAGEMENT/ADVOCACY
McAuley Health Center Case Managers are nurses and social workers, who specialize in HIV/AIDS care and prevention. Case Managers are the first point of contact for health questions, addressing social needs, and referral to community resources. They can assist with the application process for these services.

MEDICAL TREATMENT
Infectious Disease Specialists and a full-time Nurse Practitioner provide medical treatment. Nurse Case Managers work with clients to monitor health issues and to coordinate care.

PHARMACEUTICAL CARE
A full-time clinical pharmacist specializing in HIV provides services including individualized patient medication and adherence counseling, management of side effects, provision of HIV and drug information, and coordination of research. The pharmacist works with the physicians to provide optimal HIV therapy.

HOUSING SERVICES
The goal of the Housing Specialist is to partner with clients in obtaining and maintaining adequate affordable housing. Services include planning, advocacy, referral to community resources, and short-term rent/mortgage and utility assistance.

EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Limited funds are available for uninsured and underinsured clients to help offset the cost of prescriptions, lab fees, viral load testing, hospital, and health center bills. Case Managers assist with applications for these funds.