Healthcare Facility/Healthcare Services - Bronx, NY, US
Latino Pride Center's mission is to improve health outcomes for Latinos in New York City who are affected by HIV and other chronic illnesses. LPC fulfills this mission by integrating prevention and education into a set of multi-faceted wellness programs designed to:• Improve access to care, services and other available resources for Latinos affected by chronic illnesses.• Foster increased awareness and knowledge of chronic illnesses in Latino communities.• Provide individual, family and group supportive counseling to reduce risks, prevent the onset of disease, and manage disease progression.• Address attitudes, beliefs and behaviors that place Latinos at risk.• Document the health-related needs of Latinos.• Advocate and guide the formulation of public health programs and policies that are responsive to the health needs of Latino communities in New York City.