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U.S. News California: AIDS Emergency Fund Offers Katrina ResponseSeptember 22, 2005 The AIDS Emergency Fund and Breast Cancer Emergency Fund recently announced that they are waiving proof of residency requirements for Katrina evacuees to obtain grant assistance. AEF and BCEF usually also require confirmation of diagnosis and income verification before issuing up to $600 for rent, utilities, medical or other basic living costs. In lieu of residency, AEF and BCEF are accepting referrals from St. Mary's Hospital or the American Red Cross office in San Francisco, two city registration points for evacuees. For more information, telephone 415-558-6999, ext. 1. Bay Area Reporter (San Francisco) 09.15.2005; Cynthia Laird ![]() Katrina Displaces 8,000 HIV-Positive People; AIDS Groups, Drug Companies, Federal Officials Working to Continue Care This article was provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a part of the publication CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update. Visit the CDC's website to find out more about their activities, publications and services.
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