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Age Positively Program: HIV and Aging
People with HIV have a higher risk of developing early-onset, age-related health issues. Our geriatric medicine and infectious disease specialists work together to provide compassionate, patient-centered care that promotes a positive, healthier aging experience.
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Expert care for aging adults with HIV
People living with HIV can develop age-related health issues earlier than expected. These issues can affect physical and mental function, jeopardizing your independence. Our Age Positively Program brings together geriatric medicine and infectious disease specialists to protect your health as you grow older. We provide assessments, preventive care, support, and treatments to minimize health complications and help you get the most out of each passing year.
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Protecting your health as you age with HIV
Our geriatric medicine and infectious disease experts offer care that promotes better health as you age with HIV. We provide the compassionate care and support you need.
Comprehensive assessments for older adults with HIV
Our geriatric specialist conducts ongoing comprehensive assessments to identify health concerns early. They partner with our infectious disease specialists to provide comprehensive care.
Your care team helps to:
- Address issues that affect independence, such as memory concerns
- Clarify goals of care, focusing on what matters most for you at this stage of life
- Coordinate care among multiple specialists
- Manage medications
- Provide support and education to caregivers and loved ones
Meeting with us: What to expect
You may have a one-time visit with us or ongoing follow-up visits to address health concerns. During your first visit, our geriatrics provider may:
- Assess your physical and cognitive function
- Ask about any challenges you have while caring for yourself or others
- Conduct a thorough medication review
- Identify what matters most to you moving forward at this stage of life
- Work with you to create a roadmap for care moving forward
Community partnerships
We partner with community programs and agencies in greater Boston and New England that support people living with HIV. Through these partnerships, we’re helping to increase awareness of issues related to aging with HIV.
Care for age-related health concerns in older adults with HIV
We offer comprehensive care to manage age-related health conditions in older adults with HIV.
Our specialists
No matter what disease or condition you have, Mass General Brigham has specialists near you who can help.
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617-726-4600
Call the Age Positively Program at 617-726-4600.
6177264600
Contact the Age Positively Program
Call us to speak with a team member who can help you understand your options and guide you to the care that is right for you. With locations throughout New England and support for patients traveling from outside the United States, we make it easier to access coordinated, expert care.
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617-726-4600
Call the Age Positively Program at 617-726-4600.
6177264600
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International Patient Services
Contact information for international patients