As we approach our 20th anniversary St. Mary’s remains the only AIDS specialty nursing home in Harlem. Although there have been gains made in the battle against HIV/AIDS we continue to struggle to satisfy the increasing demands for care while facing diminishing resources. Minority communities remain disproportionately affected by this crisis and zip code 10027, St. Mary’s zip code, has the highest infection rate in Manhattan. Central Harlem has the second highest infection rate in New York City and we proudly provide cutting edge medical care, comprehensive social services, psychiatric care, therapeutic recreation, physical therapy and complementary therapies such as acupuncture.

World AIDS Day this year is about “Getting to Zero.” Zero New HIV Infections.
Zero Discrimination and Zero AIDS Related Deaths. “Zero New HIV Infections” and “Zero Discrimination” are equally as likely to spark high impact events from small scale community vigils to nation wide events using the universally recognised shape of zeros and the power of light to get life and death issues the attention they deserve.

For December 1st, 2011 right up until 2015 it’s envisioned that
different regions and groups will each year chose one or all of the
Zeros that best addresses their situation.

For more information about World AIDS Day 2011 please follow these links:

Love Is Calling Here at St. Mary’s we don’t miss an opportunity to get creative. We show off our talents time and time again at talent showcases. We’ve taken interior decorating to a new level with resident and client made graphic arts displays. But it’s not just about showing off. It’s about getting better and with our staff of trained LCATs (Licensed Creative Arts Therapists) we use everything from music & art to dance and drama to promote mental health. These psycho-therapeutic techniques are especially beneficial to our clients and residents who do not do as well with talk therapy. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month Here is a song written in Spanish by one of our clients. Mantente tu cabeza en alto arriba

And for something completely different here is a link to some more of St. Mary’s magic on youtube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTNUKFQemmQ

Check back for more audio and video from the St. Mary’s Crew

Autumn is almost upon us and St. Mary’s is starting it off right with an outing to the Fairgrounds: Out At Night event at Great Adventure on Friday September 23. From 6 – midnight our clients, both straight and gay will be at this annual event that benefits The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, The ASPCA, The Mazzoni Center and The Imperial Court.

St. Mary’s is Celebrating Gay Pride along with the rest of Harlem.

The Harlem Pride 2011 Event Schedule

Thursday, June 23, 2011

PANEL DISCUSSION
Breaking The Silence: Depression in Black Gay Men
Hosted by Antoine Craigwell

PANELISTS
Shane Tull, LICSW-R, GMAD
Victor Pond, Griot Circle
Rev. Stacey Latimer, Pastor, Love Alive International
DJ Baker – Radio Host, Da Doo Dirty Show

- discussing, educating, informing, and raising awareness
of depression in Black gay men to change and save lives.

Casa Frela Gallery
(47 W. 119th Street – between Lenox & 5th Avenues)

6PM – 9PM
FREE To The Public

For More Information Visit: http://www.dbgm.info

Friday, June 24, 2011

VIP LAUNCH PARTY

Come out and meet the Harlem Pride, Inc. Board of Directors,
elected officials, community leaders, and supporters.

Sponsored by El Dorado Rum
Catered by Kai & I, Inc.

Featuring DJ Mario, with guest DJ Andre Collins
and award winning recording artist Syl Simone!

Casa Frela Gallery
(47 W. 119th Street – between Lenox & 5th Avenues)
(a wonderful gallery AND a private residence!)

7PM – 11PM
Tickets: $50 each (includes open bar & buffet)

Saturday, June 25, 2011

HARLEM PRIDE DAY 2011 CELEBRATION

Opening Convocation by Pastor Joseph Tolton of Rehoboth Temple

Come show your PRIDE and celebrate with us.
We’ve got vendors, artists, elected official, and other guest speakers.
Don’t forget to check out the SAGE Health Fair as well.

Marcus Garvey Park
(Madison Avenue @ 122nd Street)

12 NOON – 6PM
FREE to the Public (Vendors $50 for a table and 2 chairs)

SAGE HEALTH FAIR

Harlem Public Library
(9 W. 124th Street, between 5th Ave. & Mt. Morris Park West)

12 NOON – 4PM
Featuring health screenings, health information,
health and wellness workshops, and medical service providers.

Sunday, June 26, 2011

HARLEM PRIDE FAMILY DAY – Come Bowl With Pride!

Harlem Lanes
(2116 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd @ 126th Street, 3rd Floor)

6PM – 10PM
Come and enjoy bowling with your friends and family.
Rental, food & beverage discounts offered.

Thanks to Dan for the use of the image

http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/images/view_photog.php?photogid=587

After the long winter St. Mary’s is back in the swing of Spring.  Our March Madness began with outings to see the Knick’s at Madison Square Garden and the Delfonics at the Beacon Theater.  The Rites of Spring continue with an outing to the Universoul Circus and the Broadway Musical Memphis.  But the really good news is that we are on target to meet our goal of 1100 Care Planned visits.  That’s right folks!  St. Mary’s Clients have been following their care plans, attending their groups and having tons of fun outings this month.  So we commend them on a job well done and we will continue to aspire in April.

St. Mary’s was acknowledged this World AIDS Day with an article on the Harlem World Website.  Dr. Patricia Ogilvie answered questions about St. Mary’s, World AIDS Day, and what it means to Act Aware.  You can read the full article here http://harlemworldblog.wordpress.com/2010/12/10/dr-patricia-ogilvie-talks-about-world-aids-day-at-st-marys-center-in-harlem/

More information is available at these websites.

HIV Prevention Justice Alliance

http://www.champnetwork.org/hiv-prevention-justice-alliance>

Have you seen this footage http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fBNx_8oapo from the original HIV Prevention Justice mobilization?

It’s taken from a documentary, *”Sex in an Epidemic”* http://www.outcast-films.com/films/sie/index.html, by HIV/AIDS activist filmmaker Jean Carlomusto.

Welcome to St. Mary’s new and improved website.  Here you can learn about St. Mary’s.   View video of our staff and clients discussing some of the services St. Mary’s has to offer.  Print out enrollment forms, upload a resume or make a donation.  Our new website will allow for a more interactive experience.  Have fun looking around.