Chattanooga CARES » About CARES

Our focus is AIDS: education, prevention and support for all people affected by HIV.

Chattanooga CARES (Council on AIDS, Resources, Education and Support) was organized in 1986 and received its non-profit status in 1988. Overseen by a board of directors, the agency employs 19 staff members and uses more than 200 trained volunteers to provide resources to anyone affected by HIV/AIDS. The agency maintains a strict policy of confidentiality and treats every client with dignity and respect, neither condemning nor condoning behaviors that place individuals at increased risk for HIV infection. We strive to be the leader in providing resources for people in our area infected or affected by HIV and AIDS, while continuing our emphasis on prevention as the best tool for fighting HIV infection. We look forward to the day when a cure for HIV/AIDS is found, and we can close our doors.

Administrative Offices

Mon-Fri — 8:30am-5:00pm

Prevention/Education

Mon-Fri — 8:30am-5:00pm
* Evening and weekend Prevention/Education programming is also available.

FREE Rapid HIV & Hepatitis C Testing

Mon-Fri — 8:30am-5:00pm
* No appointment necessary for HIV testing. Appointment required for Hep C testing.

Infectious disease & Primary Care Clinic

The Clinic is open Monday and Wednesday 8:00am until 5:00pm.
The hours for Tuesday are extended from 8:00am – 6:00pm.
Patients are seen on Thursday from 1:00pm until 5:00pm and on
Friday 8:00am-12:00pm.

Case Management

Mon-Fri — 9:00am-5:00pm