16-003 Targeted, HIV Prevention and Support into services for people living with HIV

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Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council (RMBC) are inviting bids from a number of organisations who might be able to provide Services that meet RMBC's current needs for targeted HIV education, HIV prevention and support for people living with HIV. Although the HIV prevalence rate in Rotherham is relatively low the treatment agencies have reported seeing an increase in numbers being diagnosed towards the end of 2014 and throughout the first part of 2015. Local evidence also shows an increasing reluctance amongst some vulnerable groups to use condoms. Effective targeted education and awareness raising is important to for individuals and communities to be able to access accurate information in relation to sexual health. Local evidence indicates that those living with HIV often feel isolated as they struggle to come to terms with their diagnosis and may require support accessing specialist services.