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Our grassroots work began with a needle exchange program to prevent the spread of HIV and AIDS among intravenous drug users in the South Bronx. This practice is now accepted as the international gold standard for disease prevention and endorsed by public health groups, such as the World Health Organization, the American Medical Association and the U.S. Surgeon General.

We create a safe haven where participants can consider their
personal choices
and begin to move toward manageable changes.

Today we are a multi-service agency providing a continuum of interventions that treats the whole person – at whatever stage they are. In addition to our street outreach, our center assists with basic needs, such as food and clothing. We offer a quiet sanctuary with stress-reduction services, such as acupuncture, yoga and massage. We also provide educational workshops and counseling.

Referral relationships with other service organizations and colleagues give our participants choices – both in and outside of SACHR – as they make their journey toward a healthier and safer life.

Mission

Founded in 1990, the St. Ann's Corner of Harm Reduction (SACHR) is a culturally diverse, community-based non-profit organization. We are committed to reducing the spread of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and the potential for harm associated with unsafe drug use and unprotected sex in a manner that is nonjudgmental and culturally and linguistically appropriate. We view our public health interventions as investments in our community that are immediately effective.

Philosophy

SACHR meets every person where he or she is. We recognize that people take risks and that change is never easy. We do not wait for people to choose to quit life-threatening behaviors. Instead, we create a safe haven where participants can consider their personal choices and begin to move toward manageable changes. All of our services are free and anonymous with no demands placed on those who need help. Many participants stay involved with SACHR for years, donating their time to our volunteer program, using our services, or dropping by to share their achievements. We offer a safe harbor, where they can return to replenish themselves.

Awards

1993 Pioneering Service, New York State Department of Health/AIDS Institute
1996 Robert C. Randall Award for Achievement in the Field of Citizen Action, The Drug Policy Foundation
1997 Cielo Latino Fuerza Award, Latino Commission on AIDS
2001 Outstanding Community Partner in Recognition of World AIDS Day, New York City Department of Public Health
2005 Joining Voices, Changing Lives, New York City HIV Prevention Planning Group, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
2007 Extraordinary Efforts and Ongoing Commitment to Promoting Harm Reduction, New York State Department of Health

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About Us Staff and Board Financials and Statistics Services Our Center Resources Contact Us Donate Now I've been coming here since 1994. SACHR is a place where a person can feel safe and loved. -Mirta Roman	Home > About Us Our grassroots work began with a needle exchange program to prevent the spread of HIV and AIDS among intravenous drug users in the South Bronx. This practice is now accepted as the international gold standard for disease prevention and endorsed by public health groups, such as the World Health Organization, the American Medical Association and the U.S. Surgeon General. We create a safe haven where participants can consider their personal choices and begin to move toward manageable changes. Today we are a multi-service agency providing a continuum of interventions that treats the whole person – at whatever stage they are. In addition to our street outreach, our center assists with basic needs, such as food and clothing. We offer a quiet sanctuary with stress-reduction services, such as acupuncture, yoga and massage. We also provide educational workshops and counseling. Referral relationships with other service organizations and colleagues give our participants choices – both in and outside of SACHR – as they make their journey toward a healthier and safer life. Mission Founded in 1990, the St. Ann's Corner of Harm Reduction (SACHR) is a culturally diverse, community-based non-profit organization. We are committed to reducing the spread of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and the potential for harm associated with unsafe drug use and unprotected sex in a manner that is nonjudgmental and culturally and linguistically appropriate. We view our public health interventions as investments in our community that are immediately effective. Philosophy SACHR meets every person where he or she is. We recognize that people take risks and that change is never easy. We do not wait for people to choose to quit life-threatening behaviors. Instead, we create a safe haven where participants can consider their personal choices and begin to move toward manageable changes. All of our services are free and anonymous with no demands placed on those who need help. Many participants stay involved with SACHR for years, donating their time to our volunteer program, using our services, or dropping by to share their achievements. We offer a safe harbor, where they can return to replenish themselves. Awards 1993 Pioneering Service, New York State Department of Health/AIDS Institute 1996 Robert C. Randall Award for Achievement in the Field of Citizen Action, The Drug Policy Foundation 1997 Cielo Latino Fuerza Award, Latino Commission on AIDS 2001 Outstanding Community Partner in Recognition of World AIDS Day, New York City Department of Public Health 2005 Joining Voices, Changing Lives, New York City HIV Prevention Planning Group, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene 2007 Extraordinary Efforts and Ongoing Commitment to Promoting Harm Reduction, New York State Department of Health