HIV/AIDS case management provides assistance to locate, coordinate, advocate and refer for medical and psychosocial services based on assessed needs. Case management is a client-centered process that links clients to services in an effort to ensure timely, coordinated access to medically appropriate levels of health and supportive care. Burrell’s case management specializes in the care and advocacy of persons living with HIV or AIDS who may also experience mental health or substance abuse needs. Burrell’s dedicated staff can assist individuals to improve their quality of life by helping them maintain their healthcare and support systems, as well as coordinating resources and advocating for each client’s individual needs.

All assistance programs are federally funded and can only be provided as a last resort when all other assistance programs have been accessed.

The HIV/AIDS case management program provided by Burrell is part of a statewide HIV/AIDS system of care. Burrell is part of the Southwestern care system and covers 29 counties. The counties included are as follows: Barry, Barton, Cedar, Christian, Dade, Dallas, Dent, Douglas, Greene, Hickory, Howell, Jasper, Laclede, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton, Oregon, Ozark, Phelps, Polk, Pulaski, St. Clair, Shannon, Stone, Taney, Texas, Webster, Wright, and Vernon.

For further information or questions regarding this program, call Sara Rutan at 417.761.5842. Requests for speaking and educational presentations about HIV/AIDS are also offered within the service area.