You want to feel fantastic and live a long and healthy life with HIV?
HIV Wellness is a six-week program that can help to feel great and live a long and healthy life.
The program includes weekly yoga classes, meditation sessions, and workshops focused on lifestyle strategies for wellness. You’ll also get access to our online support group where you can connect with other people who are living well with HIV.
Sign up today for HIV Wellness and level up your health.
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Discover nutrition for immune health
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Improve gut health
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Develop a meditation practice
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Maximize the healing benefits of sleep
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Incorporate superfoods, vitamins, and minerals
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Learn about exercise for your unique body and interests
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Create a lifestyle practice that supports brain health
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Enjoy group support
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The Pillars of HIV Wellness
Once you and your healthcare provider have found the right medicines to control your HIV infection, your wellness work can begin. In this program, we will focus on the five pillars of HIV wellness.
Food as Medicine
Deepen your understanding of how you can use nutrition to feel best in your body and get the health results that you need.
Deep Sleep
Sleep is a necessary tool for immune health. Learn which supplements and rituals actually work to get you a restorative eight hours.
Embodied Exercise
Get a clear understanding of what an effective and personalized exercise regimen looks like for your unique body as you develop strength and longevity.
Mindfulness Practice
Mindfulness permeates every aspect of how we’ll talk about wellness. Using breathing, meditation, and yoga, we will teach you how to make mindfulness an integral part of being your most robust self.
Community Support
Community creates connection and is critical to developing lasting habits that will cheer you on when you struggle and celebrate your efforts. Enjoy the company of your peers within our HIV Wellness workshop while you learn, brainstorm, and practice active listening together.
Frequently asked questions
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Can I keep my doctor?This program is not a replacement for medical care and receiving the care and support of a healthcare provider is a prerequisite for this course.
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Will you suggest supplements that work with HIV medications?Nutrition is an important aspect of HIV wellness that we will address.
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Can I do your program instead of taking medications?This program complements traditional medicine and is not a replacement for treatment. It’s important that you are taking HIV medication as directed.
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What if I don’t have time to cook?Whether or not you are comfortable in the kitchen, you will get simple yet powerful tips for getting the nutrients you need to thrive.
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What role does exercise play in this program?Exercise is key to your well being and we will encourage you to find an exercise program appropriate for your body.
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What role does sleep play?Because adequate sleep is necessary for longevity, you will learn a number of tools for optimizing your sleep.
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Will I learn to meditate?Yes. With simple and clear instruction, anyone can learn to meditate. In this program, you will learn proven techniques for quieting the mind.
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Will there be group support?Yes! Group support is an important tool for helping us to meet our wellness goals and we will meet online weekly.
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Do you offer financial help?Yes. Please contact us if you would like to apply for financial support.
Jill Baker
Nurse Practitioner
For over twenty years, Jill has been caring for HIV+ patients in SF by integrating groundbreaking medicine with holistic practices like diet, exercise and nutrition.
Darren Main
Yoga and Meditation Instructor
Darren has been teaching yoga and meditation for over thirty years and has worked extensively with the HIV+ community. He has been living well with HIV for over 25 years.