The Project of Primary Health Care
@phctheproject.bsky.social
Nurse & Case Management for folks living with HIV & free HIV & STI Testing for all community members!
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The Project will be closed on Monday, September 1!
We will resume our normal business hours on Tuesday, September 2.
We hope you're enjoying the holiday weekend!
We will resume our normal business hours on Tuesday, September 2.
We hope you're enjoying the holiday weekend!
September 1, 2025 at 2:26 AM
The Project will be closed on Monday, September 1!
We will resume our normal business hours on Tuesday, September 2.
We hope you're enjoying the holiday weekend!
We will resume our normal business hours on Tuesday, September 2.
We hope you're enjoying the holiday weekend!
✨💍 Just like Taylor + Travis, some things are a Perfect Match. 💕
That’s how we feel about YOU + Free Regular HIV & STI Testing!
Don’t wait until you’re in your End Game — knowing your status never goes Out of Style. 💫
Schedule your free test today: phctheproject.org/free-testing
That’s how we feel about YOU + Free Regular HIV & STI Testing!
Don’t wait until you’re in your End Game — knowing your status never goes Out of Style. 💫
Schedule your free test today: phctheproject.org/free-testing
August 28, 2025 at 1:30 AM
✨💍 Just like Taylor + Travis, some things are a Perfect Match. 💕
That’s how we feel about YOU + Free Regular HIV & STI Testing!
Don’t wait until you’re in your End Game — knowing your status never goes Out of Style. 💫
Schedule your free test today: phctheproject.org/free-testing
That’s how we feel about YOU + Free Regular HIV & STI Testing!
Don’t wait until you’re in your End Game — knowing your status never goes Out of Style. 💫
Schedule your free test today: phctheproject.org/free-testing
Meet Zar Aung, Case Manager! Originally from Myanmar, Zar brings empathy, purpose and a degree in Clinical Social Work from Grand View to her work. She’s passionate about supporting people living with HIV and hopes to become a licensed clinical social worker. We’re so lucky to have her on the team!💙
June 18, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Meet Zar Aung, Case Manager! Originally from Myanmar, Zar brings empathy, purpose and a degree in Clinical Social Work from Grand View to her work. She’s passionate about supporting people living with HIV and hopes to become a licensed clinical social worker. We’re so lucky to have her on the team!💙
Meet Mindy Alexander, Case Manager! With 22 years in human services, a degree from Graceland, and a heart for advocacy, Mindy brings warmth, grit, and experience to her work every day. From Direct Support to Funeral Assistant, she’s done it all—and now she’s with us. We’re so lucky to have her!💙
June 18, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Meet Mindy Alexander, Case Manager! With 22 years in human services, a degree from Graceland, and a heart for advocacy, Mindy brings warmth, grit, and experience to her work every day. From Direct Support to Funeral Assistant, she’s done it all—and now she’s with us. We’re so lucky to have her!💙
Meet Jaycee Schultes, one of our amazing Case Managers! With 15+ years in human services, Jaycee brings both professional expertise and personal heart to her work. She’s a proud grandma, a dog lover, and a true advocate for those she serves. 💙
June 16, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Meet Jaycee Schultes, one of our amazing Case Managers! With 15+ years in human services, Jaycee brings both professional expertise and personal heart to her work. She’s a proud grandma, a dog lover, and a true advocate for those she serves. 💙
Meet Sky Hernandez!
Originally from Venezuela, Sky joined PHC in 2021 after a manager noticed her bilingual skills. Now she’s on her way to becoming an RN! When she’s not working or studying, she’s hanging with her cats Milo & Nox, reading, or drawing.
We’re proud to have her on the team!
Originally from Venezuela, Sky joined PHC in 2021 after a manager noticed her bilingual skills. Now she’s on her way to becoming an RN! When she’s not working or studying, she’s hanging with her cats Milo & Nox, reading, or drawing.
We’re proud to have her on the team!
June 16, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Meet Sky Hernandez!
Originally from Venezuela, Sky joined PHC in 2021 after a manager noticed her bilingual skills. Now she’s on her way to becoming an RN! When she’s not working or studying, she’s hanging with her cats Milo & Nox, reading, or drawing.
We’re proud to have her on the team!
Originally from Venezuela, Sky joined PHC in 2021 after a manager noticed her bilingual skills. Now she’s on her way to becoming an RN! When she’s not working or studying, she’s hanging with her cats Milo & Nox, reading, or drawing.
We’re proud to have her on the team!
Meet Eddah Bunei! 💚
Originally from Kenya, Eddah has spent the last 13 years in the U.S. supporting refugees and now brings her passion for human services to PHC. We’re lucky to have her compassion and drive on our team!
Originally from Kenya, Eddah has spent the last 13 years in the U.S. supporting refugees and now brings her passion for human services to PHC. We’re lucky to have her compassion and drive on our team!
June 16, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Meet Eddah Bunei! 💚
Originally from Kenya, Eddah has spent the last 13 years in the U.S. supporting refugees and now brings her passion for human services to PHC. We’re lucky to have her compassion and drive on our team!
Originally from Kenya, Eddah has spent the last 13 years in the U.S. supporting refugees and now brings her passion for human services to PHC. We’re lucky to have her compassion and drive on our team!
🎉 Meet Shawn Kilby!
Shawn’s been with The Project for 3 years—starting in Case Management and now rocking it on our Prevention Team. With 12+ years in human services, a heart for helping, and two cats at home, we’re lucky to have him! 🐱💙 #TeamSpotlight
Shawn’s been with The Project for 3 years—starting in Case Management and now rocking it on our Prevention Team. With 12+ years in human services, a heart for helping, and two cats at home, we’re lucky to have him! 🐱💙 #TeamSpotlight
June 16, 2025 at 4:01 PM
🎉 Meet Shawn Kilby!
Shawn’s been with The Project for 3 years—starting in Case Management and now rocking it on our Prevention Team. With 12+ years in human services, a heart for helping, and two cats at home, we’re lucky to have him! 🐱💙 #TeamSpotlight
Shawn’s been with The Project for 3 years—starting in Case Management and now rocking it on our Prevention Team. With 12+ years in human services, a heart for helping, and two cats at home, we’re lucky to have him! 🐱💙 #TeamSpotlight
Join us for a night of glam, glitter, and good vibes at the Mr., Ms., & Mx. Pride Pageant — happening Saturday, May 31st from 5–8PM at The Garden! 💃🕺🏽✨
💉 Take care of your health — quick, easy, and confidential
Because nothing says fierce like taking care of yourself and your community. 💪💅
💉 Take care of your health — quick, easy, and confidential
Because nothing says fierce like taking care of yourself and your community. 💪💅
May 28, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Join us for a night of glam, glitter, and good vibes at the Mr., Ms., & Mx. Pride Pageant — happening Saturday, May 31st from 5–8PM at The Garden! 💃🕺🏽✨
💉 Take care of your health — quick, easy, and confidential
Because nothing says fierce like taking care of yourself and your community. 💪💅
💉 Take care of your health — quick, easy, and confidential
Because nothing says fierce like taking care of yourself and your community. 💪💅
We say LOL to the idea that someone with HIV can’t live a full, healthy life.
Newsflash: with treatment, people with HIV can’t transmit the virus.
That’s U=U, fam: Undetectable = Untransmittable. 🔥
So next time someone spreads stigma, just reply with:
“I support, not judge. ILY. ❤️”
Newsflash: with treatment, people with HIV can’t transmit the virus.
That’s U=U, fam: Undetectable = Untransmittable. 🔥
So next time someone spreads stigma, just reply with:
“I support, not judge. ILY. ❤️”
April 25, 2025 at 6:14 PM
We say LOL to the idea that someone with HIV can’t live a full, healthy life.
Newsflash: with treatment, people with HIV can’t transmit the virus.
That’s U=U, fam: Undetectable = Untransmittable. 🔥
So next time someone spreads stigma, just reply with:
“I support, not judge. ILY. ❤️”
Newsflash: with treatment, people with HIV can’t transmit the virus.
That’s U=U, fam: Undetectable = Untransmittable. 🔥
So next time someone spreads stigma, just reply with:
“I support, not judge. ILY. ❤️”
👀 Bestie, let’s spill some real tea...
HIV stigma? We’re not here for it. 💅
Because guess what? Knowing your status = self-care. Talking about HIV = maturity. Supporting your friends = iconic behavior.
💬 Talk about it.
📲 Get tested.
❤️ Support your besties.
🔗 phctheproject.org/free-testing
HIV stigma? We’re not here for it. 💅
Because guess what? Knowing your status = self-care. Talking about HIV = maturity. Supporting your friends = iconic behavior.
💬 Talk about it.
📲 Get tested.
❤️ Support your besties.
🔗 phctheproject.org/free-testing
April 25, 2025 at 6:13 PM
👀 Bestie, let’s spill some real tea...
HIV stigma? We’re not here for it. 💅
Because guess what? Knowing your status = self-care. Talking about HIV = maturity. Supporting your friends = iconic behavior.
💬 Talk about it.
📲 Get tested.
❤️ Support your besties.
🔗 phctheproject.org/free-testing
HIV stigma? We’re not here for it. 💅
Because guess what? Knowing your status = self-care. Talking about HIV = maturity. Supporting your friends = iconic behavior.
💬 Talk about it.
📲 Get tested.
❤️ Support your besties.
🔗 phctheproject.org/free-testing
🚨 Free HIV & STI Testing in Ames! 🚨
We're offering FREE HIV & STI testing at our Ames Clinic next Wednesday from 9AM to 4PM — no cost, no judgment, just care. 💙
📍 Where: Ames Clinic
🗓 When: Next Wednesday | 9AM–4PM
🔗 Schedule your appointment now: phctheproject.org/free-testing
We're offering FREE HIV & STI testing at our Ames Clinic next Wednesday from 9AM to 4PM — no cost, no judgment, just care. 💙
📍 Where: Ames Clinic
🗓 When: Next Wednesday | 9AM–4PM
🔗 Schedule your appointment now: phctheproject.org/free-testing
April 23, 2025 at 7:24 PM
🚨 Free HIV & STI Testing in Ames! 🚨
We're offering FREE HIV & STI testing at our Ames Clinic next Wednesday from 9AM to 4PM — no cost, no judgment, just care. 💙
📍 Where: Ames Clinic
🗓 When: Next Wednesday | 9AM–4PM
🔗 Schedule your appointment now: phctheproject.org/free-testing
We're offering FREE HIV & STI testing at our Ames Clinic next Wednesday from 9AM to 4PM — no cost, no judgment, just care. 💙
📍 Where: Ames Clinic
🗓 When: Next Wednesday | 9AM–4PM
🔗 Schedule your appointment now: phctheproject.org/free-testing
Use Drugs?
➡️We support you & we don't judge!
Ask Us About:
💉 Free safer injection supplies
🧠 Mental health resources
❤ HIV prevention options
🦠 FREE HIV & HCV testing
💊 Medication-Assisted Treatment
Learn more: phctheproject.org
➡️We support you & we don't judge!
Ask Us About:
💉 Free safer injection supplies
🧠 Mental health resources
❤ HIV prevention options
🦠 FREE HIV & HCV testing
💊 Medication-Assisted Treatment
Learn more: phctheproject.org
April 21, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Use Drugs?
➡️We support you & we don't judge!
Ask Us About:
💉 Free safer injection supplies
🧠 Mental health resources
❤ HIV prevention options
🦠 FREE HIV & HCV testing
💊 Medication-Assisted Treatment
Learn more: phctheproject.org
➡️We support you & we don't judge!
Ask Us About:
💉 Free safer injection supplies
🧠 Mental health resources
❤ HIV prevention options
🦠 FREE HIV & HCV testing
💊 Medication-Assisted Treatment
Learn more: phctheproject.org
Friendly reminder: Our Case Management and Prevention services will be closed tomorrow and Thursday for an out-of-town training conference.
We'll be back to our regular hours and testing on Friday.
Thank you for your understanding as we invest in enhancing our skills to better serve YOU!💛
We'll be back to our regular hours and testing on Friday.
Thank you for your understanding as we invest in enhancing our skills to better serve YOU!💛
April 8, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Friendly reminder: Our Case Management and Prevention services will be closed tomorrow and Thursday for an out-of-town training conference.
We'll be back to our regular hours and testing on Friday.
Thank you for your understanding as we invest in enhancing our skills to better serve YOU!💛
We'll be back to our regular hours and testing on Friday.
Thank you for your understanding as we invest in enhancing our skills to better serve YOU!💛
Join our team and make a real impact! We're currently hiring for Clinic Support Medical Assistant, HIV Nurse Care Coordinator, & Case Managers. If you're passionate about improving the lives of Iowans living with HIV, apply today and help us make a difference! phciowa.org/careers
February 28, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Join our team and make a real impact! We're currently hiring for Clinic Support Medical Assistant, HIV Nurse Care Coordinator, & Case Managers. If you're passionate about improving the lives of Iowans living with HIV, apply today and help us make a difference! phciowa.org/careers
Drinking alcohol while on PEP or PrEP doesn't reduce their effectiveness. However, excessive drinking can impair judgment and increase risky behaviors, potentially leading to HIV exposure. Moderation is key.
Learn more: thebody.com/article/pep-prep-alcohol
Learn more: thebody.com/article/pep-prep-alcohol
February 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Drinking alcohol while on PEP or PrEP doesn't reduce their effectiveness. However, excessive drinking can impair judgment and increase risky behaviors, potentially leading to HIV exposure. Moderation is key.
Learn more: thebody.com/article/pep-prep-alcohol
Learn more: thebody.com/article/pep-prep-alcohol
Ever wondered which household items can safely double as personal lubricants?
This insightful article explores options like virgin coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, and pure aloe vera gel, highlighting their benefits and potential drawbacks.
thebody.com/article/household-items-lube-during-sex
This insightful article explores options like virgin coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, and pure aloe vera gel, highlighting their benefits and potential drawbacks.
thebody.com/article/household-items-lube-during-sex
February 5, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Ever wondered which household items can safely double as personal lubricants?
This insightful article explores options like virgin coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, and pure aloe vera gel, highlighting their benefits and potential drawbacks.
thebody.com/article/household-items-lube-during-sex
This insightful article explores options like virgin coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, and pure aloe vera gel, highlighting their benefits and potential drawbacks.
thebody.com/article/household-items-lube-during-sex
As the population of individuals over 50 living with HIV continues to grow, it's important to be aware of the risks associated with chemsex—a practice involving drug use to enhance sexual experiences.
www.thebody.com/hiv/chemsex-...
www.thebody.com/hiv/chemsex-...
February 3, 2025 at 6:02 PM
As the population of individuals over 50 living with HIV continues to grow, it's important to be aware of the risks associated with chemsex—a practice involving drug use to enhance sexual experiences.
www.thebody.com/hiv/chemsex-...
www.thebody.com/hiv/chemsex-...
Struggling with nausea while taking HIV medications? You're not alone.
Learn more here: thebody.com/hiv/taking-hiv-medications-while-nauseous-vomiting?fbclid=IwY2xjawH1BXdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfSd5h-rPINouL7oYAvTkVKCQYRzUnDraW-zkNf5oHseh-flPKIcFXz3jQ_aem_fEOhpdKX1ormbqDicdEigQ
Learn more here: thebody.com/hiv/taking-hiv-medications-while-nauseous-vomiting?fbclid=IwY2xjawH1BXdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfSd5h-rPINouL7oYAvTkVKCQYRzUnDraW-zkNf5oHseh-flPKIcFXz3jQ_aem_fEOhpdKX1ormbqDicdEigQ
January 15, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Struggling with nausea while taking HIV medications? You're not alone.
Learn more here: thebody.com/hiv/taking-hiv-medications-while-nauseous-vomiting?fbclid=IwY2xjawH1BXdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfSd5h-rPINouL7oYAvTkVKCQYRzUnDraW-zkNf5oHseh-flPKIcFXz3jQ_aem_fEOhpdKX1ormbqDicdEigQ
Learn more here: thebody.com/hiv/taking-hiv-medications-while-nauseous-vomiting?fbclid=IwY2xjawH1BXdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfSd5h-rPINouL7oYAvTkVKCQYRzUnDraW-zkNf5oHseh-flPKIcFXz3jQ_aem_fEOhpdKX1ormbqDicdEigQ
🌟 Stay Connected with Us! 🌟
We love keeping our patients, clients, and community informed, inspired, & engaged!
Follow us across all our social media platforms to stay updated on our latest valuable resources.
📘 Facebook: @phctheproject
📸 Instagram: @project_phciowa
🎵 TikTok: @phctheproject
We love keeping our patients, clients, and community informed, inspired, & engaged!
Follow us across all our social media platforms to stay updated on our latest valuable resources.
📘 Facebook: @phctheproject
📸 Instagram: @project_phciowa
🎵 TikTok: @phctheproject
January 14, 2025 at 3:55 PM
🌟 Stay Connected with Us! 🌟
We love keeping our patients, clients, and community informed, inspired, & engaged!
Follow us across all our social media platforms to stay updated on our latest valuable resources.
📘 Facebook: @phctheproject
📸 Instagram: @project_phciowa
🎵 TikTok: @phctheproject
We love keeping our patients, clients, and community informed, inspired, & engaged!
Follow us across all our social media platforms to stay updated on our latest valuable resources.
📘 Facebook: @phctheproject
📸 Instagram: @project_phciowa
🎵 TikTok: @phctheproject
Your donation helps ensure that folks living with HIV in central Iowa receive the care, resources, and compassion they deserve.
Every dollar makes a difference in the fight to end HIV stigma and provide equitable care.
❤ Donate today and make an impact: phctheproject.org/donate
Every dollar makes a difference in the fight to end HIV stigma and provide equitable care.
❤ Donate today and make an impact: phctheproject.org/donate
January 12, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Your donation helps ensure that folks living with HIV in central Iowa receive the care, resources, and compassion they deserve.
Every dollar makes a difference in the fight to end HIV stigma and provide equitable care.
❤ Donate today and make an impact: phctheproject.org/donate
Every dollar makes a difference in the fight to end HIV stigma and provide equitable care.
❤ Donate today and make an impact: phctheproject.org/donate
We’re Hiring!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those living with HIV? Do you believe in providing inclusive, whole-person care? If so, we want YOU to join our team!
We’re hiring for: HIV Nurse Care Coordinator, Nurse Care Managers, & Case Managers
phciowa.org/careers
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those living with HIV? Do you believe in providing inclusive, whole-person care? If so, we want YOU to join our team!
We’re hiring for: HIV Nurse Care Coordinator, Nurse Care Managers, & Case Managers
phciowa.org/careers
December 30, 2024 at 6:59 PM
We’re Hiring!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those living with HIV? Do you believe in providing inclusive, whole-person care? If so, we want YOU to join our team!
We’re hiring for: HIV Nurse Care Coordinator, Nurse Care Managers, & Case Managers
phciowa.org/careers
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those living with HIV? Do you believe in providing inclusive, whole-person care? If so, we want YOU to join our team!
We’re hiring for: HIV Nurse Care Coordinator, Nurse Care Managers, & Case Managers
phciowa.org/careers
🌟 Get Tested for Free in Ames! 🌟
Tomorrow, we will be offering FREE, confidential, and sex-positive HIV and STI testing at our Ames Clinic!
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 11
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 3510 Lincoln Way, Ames
Schedule at phctheproject.org/free-testing
Tomorrow, we will be offering FREE, confidential, and sex-positive HIV and STI testing at our Ames Clinic!
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 11
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 3510 Lincoln Way, Ames
Schedule at phctheproject.org/free-testing
December 10, 2024 at 7:22 PM
🌟 Get Tested for Free in Ames! 🌟
Tomorrow, we will be offering FREE, confidential, and sex-positive HIV and STI testing at our Ames Clinic!
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 11
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 3510 Lincoln Way, Ames
Schedule at phctheproject.org/free-testing
Tomorrow, we will be offering FREE, confidential, and sex-positive HIV and STI testing at our Ames Clinic!
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 11
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 3510 Lincoln Way, Ames
Schedule at phctheproject.org/free-testing
A huge thank you to everyone who came out to play World AIDS Day Bingo with us this past weekend! Your participation and energy made it a memorable event, and we’re grateful for your support in raising awareness.
#WorldAIDSDay #EndHIV
#WorldAIDSDay #EndHIV
December 4, 2024 at 2:26 AM
A huge thank you to everyone who came out to play World AIDS Day Bingo with us this past weekend! Your participation and energy made it a memorable event, and we’re grateful for your support in raising awareness.
#WorldAIDSDay #EndHIV
#WorldAIDSDay #EndHIV
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our World AIDS Day Commemoration at The Capitol this past Sunday. A special thank you to the two Michaels for courageously sharing your powerful stories – your voices truly made this day unforgettable.
#WorldAIDSDay #EndHIV #TogetherWeRise #CapitolEvent
#WorldAIDSDay #EndHIV #TogetherWeRise #CapitolEvent
December 4, 2024 at 2:25 AM
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our World AIDS Day Commemoration at The Capitol this past Sunday. A special thank you to the two Michaels for courageously sharing your powerful stories – your voices truly made this day unforgettable.
#WorldAIDSDay #EndHIV #TogetherWeRise #CapitolEvent
#WorldAIDSDay #EndHIV #TogetherWeRise #CapitolEvent