The JACQUES Initiative
COVID-19 Information
COVID-19 Vaccination options:
- Same day COVID-19 vaccinations are now available at THRIVE.
Please call 410.225.8369 to schedule. - All Marylanders can now pre register for the COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 Vaccine Pre Registration
COVID-19 Testing Sites in Baltimore
Please note that some of these events are "Shine only" or "While supplies last"
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, the JACQUES Initiative has had to suspend all on-site events. However, even though we may not be able to meet you in person, we still want to support you in any way we can.
Contact Us by Phone
HIV/HCV Testing, PrEP & PEP
Call or Text 443-386-1746
Treatment Adherence & Retention Center
Call 410-225-8828
Community Case Management Program
Call or Text 443-930-2078
General Information
Call or Text 443-682-1401
We look forward to seeing you again in the near future.
Remember for your safety and others:
- Wear a mask (Let us know if you need one!)
- Keep your distance
- Wash your hands
Who are we?
JACQUES Initiative (JI), is a program of the Institute of Human Virology (IHV), at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, offering HIV and Hepatitis C (HCV) related health care services, including prevention, testing, education, linkage to care and supportive services. JACQUES Initiative partners with the THRIVE Program, whose services include treatment for HIV and other infectious diseases.
The mission of JACQUES Initiative is to change lives, engage communities and support health systems affected by HIV and Hepatitis C.
To learn more, visit About Us.
Please note our NEW location at:
The JACQUES Journey Center
520 W. Fayette St. Suite 140
Baltimore MD 21201
is currently closed, due to the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
HIV Prevention
We offer:-
FREE Personalized HIV prevention education and services.
Contact us: 443.386.1746
FREE At home, HIV Test kits
Contact us: 443.827.2879
Are you looking for a support group?
We have one for you at the JACQUES Initiative. For more information, please see Support Groups.
Living Proof
Five clients tell their stories about how they are living positively with HIV, thanks to the services, staff and volunteers of the JACQUES Initiative.
