Education and Outreach - Sub-Saharan African Youth and Family Services of Minnesota - SAYFSM
2395 University Avenue West, Suite 200, Saint Paul, MN 55114
Eligibility
African immigrants who are HIV positive living in Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Goodhue, Hennepin, Isanti, Ramsey, Rice, Scott, Washington, Wright counties
Required documents
Application/registration form
medical history
Hours
Call, hours vary
(651)644-3983
Voice
Interpretation services
Amharic; Oromo; Somali; Swahili; interpreters available
Application process
Call for HIV testing appointment; call or walk in for HIV support group
Service area
Anoka County, MN
Carver County, MN
Chisago County, MN
Dakota County, MN
Goodhue County, MN
Hennepin County, MN
Isanti County, MN
Ramsey County, MN
Rice County, MN
Scott County, MN
Washington County, MN
Wright County, MN
Other Information
Program Fees
- No Fee
Languages
- Somali
Application Process
- Walk In
Offers free and confidential testing for HIV. Individuals are invited to pick a time and place to be tested. Results are usually available in 20 minutes and staff will provide pre- and post-counseling in English and some African languages.Confidential support group for Africans living with HIV and AIDS. Persons of all faiths are welcome. The meetings are culturally and linguistically appropriate. Meetings include a fellowship and spiritual period, a shared meal, and an emotional support and health wellness section.
Last Assured
12/30/2025
Providing organization
Sub-Saharan African Youth and Family Services of Minnesota - SAYFSM
Provides culturally appropriate services for individuals who are African-born and have been diagnosed as HIV positive.