Embracing all those affected by HIV and AIDS.
RAIN (Regional AIDS Interfaith Network) was founded in 1992 by Deborah C. Warren and a group of committed
volunteers who sought a way to engage the faith community in addressing the challenges presented by HIV and AIDS. In the early 1990’s there was stigma, fear, and misinformation about the disease. The goal of RAIN, at that time, was to begin changing attitudes while at the same time helping people dying with AIDS to not die alone.
Since then, RAIN’s focus has shifted from caring for people dying with AIDS to providing compassionate care for
individuals living with HIV/AIDS. RAIN continues to educate and advocate for all people with HIV/AIDS and to work for a greater understanding of HIV and how it affects all people regardless of race, gender or sexual orientation. RAIN embraces all people who are living with HIV/AIDS.
RAIN is now the largest full service AIDS organization in the Charlotte metropolitan area. RAIN is widely recognized for its unique model and expertise in working with persons
living with HIV/AIDS and with volunteers within the faith community. RAIN has received a number of national and state awards for accomplishments and innovative practices.
Keywords: HIV, AIDS, Case Management, support groups, positive, youth, faith, congregations
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