Building Healthier Lives, Stronger Futures, and Safer Communities.
South Side Help Center(SSHC)
South Side Help Center empowers Chicago’s South Side with comprehensive HIV prevention services designed to reduce new infections and support healthier lives. Through education, testing, counseling, and access to proven prevention tools like PrEP, we help individuals take control of their sexual health. Our team meets people where they are with culturally responsive care, confidential support, and community‑driven outreach that makes prevention accessible for everyone.
Our Programs
Serving People • Strengthening Communities
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Direct HIV Care
HIV care, case management, home delivered meals
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Social Support
food pantry, career certificates, community health worker program
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Youth Development
after school, summer and parent mentor