Serving Vermont and New Hampshire EspaNol Creating a safe environment that allows people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C to live to the fullest extent possible by addressing the needs of women, men and their children, partners and families, through programs that provide education, advocacy and peer support. Contact TSN:     1-888-338-8796,     802-254-6716,      click here to email TSN

Who We Are The Twin States Network (twinstatesnetwork.net),  is a non-profit organization designed to create a safe environment that allows families, children and individuals living with or affected by HIV/AIDS and/or Hepatitis C to live their lives to the fullest extent possible. TSN was originally established in 1991 under the name Twin States Women's Network (TSWN) to serve the needs of women and families living with HIV/AIDS. TSN's uniqueness is its peer-driven family-centered approach. TSN's services include peer support, an annual women's retreat, annual kid's camp, a semi-annual retreat/workshop for heterosexuals living with HIV, Safer Sex Interventions for young men, and information on a broad range of issues via workshops, pamphlets and this website.

Upcoming TSN Events   April 26 and 27 2008      Straight Talk a weekend retreat/workshop for HIV+ heterosexuals and partners.   Starts at 9:30AM Saturday, ends at 1:00 PM on Sunday.  Held in White River Junction.  Meals and lodging free.  For more information call 888 338-8796.  To download registration forms : Click here for positive Click here for partner   June 5 - 8 2008        Annual Women's Retreat a four day retreat at the beautiful and luxurious Landgrove Inn in Landgrove VT.  The retreat is open to all women who are either HIV positive or Hepatitis C positive.  Workshops, Yoga, Swimming, Hay Ride, Arts and Crafts, Support Groups and more.  Cost is $50 per person.  Scholarships are available. To download registration form  Click here   July 31 - August 3, 2008    Kids Camp a four day overnight camp at Geneva Point on Lake Winnipesauke in Center Harbor, NH.  The camp is open to children between the ages of 9 and 17 years of age who are impacted by HIV who live in VT, NH, ME or nothern MA.  There is no cost for the camp.  Join us for boating, swimming, low ropes, campfires, a dance, and arts and crafts. To download forms  Click here for medical form 1 Form 2 Form 3 Form 4   Positive Profiles in Courage: VT Women and HIV To watch Twin States' anti stigma video press play below TSN Services Peer Natural Leader Program   Trained Peer Natural Leaders are people living with HIV, Hepatitis C or both.  They work one-on-one with people infected or affected by HIV or Hepatitis C, through phone, e-mail and face to face support.  Peer Natural Leaders are matched to clients to ensure they provide the support and education addressing their health and emotional concerns, reducing risks, and making healthy choices.  Peer support includes: Listening and understanding Learning problem solving skills Help exploring options Education on safer sex including negotiation and communication skills Assistance with treatment choices and adherence Referral and advocacy services For information or to request peer support, call 888-338-8796.   Aware   Twin States Network Newsletter.   Kids Camp  TSN Annual Kids Camp is held for four days in August.  Children ages 9 to 17 who are impacted by HIV or HCV gather for fun and friendship at Geneva Point Conference Center on lake Winnipesauke.  Parents do not need to be Twin States clients.  For more information call 888-338-8796 or e-mail tsnjo@sover.net.       Support and Funding for Twin States Network:  TSN is a 501(c)3 non-profit agency. Support comes from a variety of sources, including private foundations, unrestricted educational grants from Roche Pharmaceuticals, The State of Vermont Prevention and Service grants, and private donations. Twin States Network strives to offer its services to all, regardless of diagnosis or state of residence. Because many State and Federal grants restrict services, we appreciate donations that allow us to offer services where they are most needed. Any size contribution is welcome. Please send your tax free contributions, made payable to TSWN, to: TSN PO Box 882 Bellows Falls, VT 05101 IGive donates up to 26% of your purchases at over 350 online sites