S.T.P.N. Program

south Texas Prevention Navigation Program

About


The South Texas Prevention Navigation Program uses a variety of evidence-based prevention activities to prevent or reduce substance abuse and the transmission of HIV and viral hepatitis infection among Hispanic youth (13-17 years of age) and young adults (18-24 years of age) residing in Starr, Webb, and Zapata Counties.

Services & Activities

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Screening

To identify risk and protective factors for substance abuse and HIV and hepatitis C infection.

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Case Management

To provide ongoing contact with participants both in-person and by phone to monitor their progress and assist them as needed.

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Problem Identification and Referrals

To ensure that participants are provided with information and resources to access support services.

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Prevention Counseling

To provide participants with face-to-face counseling to address identified problems or concerns.

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Prevention Education

To provide awareness and knowledge of substance abuse and HIV and hepatitis C infection and increase protective factors, enhance resiliency, and decrease risk factors.

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Rapid HIV and Hepatitis C Testing

To make participants aware of their status concerning HIV and hepatitis C.

Documents

HIV Booklet

HIV Booklet Education (English)

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HIV Booklet

HIV Booklet Education (Spanish)

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HIV Booklet

Participan Handbook

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More Information

Contact Us

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For more information, please complete the following form

Program Director: Melissa Mendoza
Phone: +1 (956) 724 3177