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Health & Partner Programs
We work with a number of partner agencies who provide services at LAA sites such as free HIV testing, hemoglobin tests, Medicaid assistance, blood drives, and pre-natal classes. See schedules below.
Atlanta Outreach Center
2750 Buford Highway
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 638-1800
For more information about any of the partner programs at the Atlanta Outreach Center, please contact 404-638-1813.
Free HIV Testing by St. Joseph’s Mercy Care Services
We offer free and confidential HIV testing that includes pre- and post-test counseling by St. Joseph’s Mercy Care Services. Participants also receive information about medical services provided by St. Joseph’s.
Schedule:
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
1st and 3rd Monday of each month
Walk-ins are accepted
Medicaid, TANF and Food Stamps Assistance
The DeKalb Department of Families and Children Services (DFCS) offers assistance with applications and interviews to apply for food stamps, Medicaid and TANF. *DeKalb county residents only for Atlanta Outreach Center.
Schedule:
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month
Appointment is preferred but walk-ins are accepted.
To schedule an appointment, contact tfuller@thelaa.org or 404-638-1813.
Social Security Administration
We offer assistance with applications for Social Security cards, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), disability benefits, and lost cards.
Schedule:
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
2nd Thursday of each month
Appointment preferred but walk-ins are accepted
To schedule an appointment, contact tfuller@thelaa.org or 404-638-1813.
Support Group for Lupus in Spanish
This group offers support for patients with Lupus, their relatives and friends.
Schedule:
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
2nd Saturday of every month
Diabetes Educational Classes
Emory University Latino Diabetes Program offers these classes free of cost. In this class participants learn how to lead healthy lives and stay active while keeping diabetes under control. Activities include learning how to check blood sugar, how to use medications correctly, reduce eye, feet, heart and kidney problems, and how to manage emotions.
Schedule:
Once a month from 11:30am-1:30pm
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To register, please call (404) 778-1697.
Marietta Outreach Center
861 Franklin Road
Marietta, GA 30067
(678) 213-0360
For more information about any of the partner programs at the Marietta Outreach Center, please contact 678-213-0360.
Hemoglobin Testing
The Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia offers free hemoglobin testing.
Schedule:
12:00pm – 2:30pm
Every Second Thursday of the month
Prenatal Classes in collaboration with St. Joseph’s Mercy Care
These classes prepare mothers to give birth. For more information about this class or to register, call the Marietta Outreach center at 678-213-0360.
Legal Aid
During these sessions, visitors can meet with attorneys to discuss a variety of legal matters.
Schedule:
2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Every Third Tuesday of the month.
Norcross Outreach Center
128 Lawrenceville Street
Norcross, GA 30071
For more information about any of the partner programs at the Norcross Outreach Center, please contact 678-205-1018.
Food Stamp Application Assistance
The Department of Family and Child Services (DFCS) provides assistance with food stamp applications. Appointments are required. To schedule an appointment, contact 678-205-1018.
Free Sickle Cell Screenings
The Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia Get provides free hemoglobin testing.
Schedule:
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Third Tuesday of each month.
