activities · 12
what they do
direct service · 11
- Behavioral and Mental Health Services Substance Use Disorder TreatmentOffers integrated behavioral health services within its comprehensive care model, including mental health support and specialized treatment for sex and porn addiction, particularly for gay men.
- Clinical Research and Trials Clinical Trial Facilitation in Community ClinicsOffers clinical trials to patients through a partnership with Mills Clinical Research at its West Hollywood location.
- Offering STI and HIV testing and treatment HIV & STI Testing and Treatment ServicesProvides rapid STI and HIV testing and treatment services to patients, with ongoing utilization since at least 2021, as part of its low or no-cost public health offerings.
- Operating youth community centers LGBTQ+ and Family Support ProgramsOperates SoCal Club® youth community centers in South LA and West Hollywood, offering wellness classes and events for gay and trans youth of color since 2018.
- Primary and Specialty Medical Care Services HIV & STI Testing and Treatment ServicesProvides primary care to over 10,000 patients annually through clinics in West Hollywood and South LA, in partnership with Southern California Men’s Medical Group and Mills Clinical Research. Services include holistic health, HIV treatment and prevention, PrEP/PEP access, rapid STI/HIV testing and treatment, and medical care coordination for individuals living with HIV.
- Providing HIV care coordination HIV & STI Testing and Treatment ServicesOffers medical care coordination services specifically for individuals living with HIV.
- Providing behavioral health treatment for addictionProvides behavioral health treatment for sex and porn addiction, particularly for gay men.
- Providing primary healthcare services Mobile and Fixed Community Medical ClinicsProvides primary care services to over 10,000 patients through clinics in West Hollywood and South LA, in partnership with Southern California Men’s Medical Group. These services include holistic health, HIV treatment, HIV prevention, and integrated behavioral health services.
- Public Health Education and Outreach Public Health Awareness CampaignsConducts public education campaigns on mpox prevention and vaccination through expert outreach, and produces a podcast series covering men's health topics such as mental health, HIV care, and sexual health.
- Public health education and outreach Public Health Awareness CampaignsProvides public education on mpox prevention and vaccination through expert outreach and produces a podcast series focused on men's health topics including mental health, HIV care, and sexual health.
- Youth Wellness and Community Programs LGBTQ+ and Family Support ProgramsOperates SoCal Club® youth community centers in South LA and West Hollywood that have provided wellness classes and events for gay and trans youth of color since 2018.
research · 1
- Conducting clinical trials Clinical Trial Facilitation in Community ClinicsOffers clinical trials to patients through a partnership with Mills Clinical Research in West Hollywood.
strategies · 10
how they think
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- Community-centered outreach and access support community_centered_outreachThe organization uses targeted outreach and creates safe spaces—particularly for gay youth of color—and supports access to care regardless of insurance status through insurance acceptance and navigation assistance.
- Community-centered outreach and care access support community_centered_outreachThe organization connects at-risk men to care through community-centered outreach, safe space creation, and practical support for insurance access, including acceptance of PPO plans and assistance for uninsured patients.
- Comprehensive, integrated model of men's health care comprehensive_mens_healthThe organization uses a specialty-focused, comprehensive care model that integrates treatment for chronic disease, sexual health, behavioral health, and preventive care, recognizing the interconnection between mental and physical health as part of a holistic approach.
- Comprehensive, integrated model of men's health care comprehensive_mens_healthThe organization uses a specialty-focused, comprehensive care model that integrates treatment for chronic disease, sexual health, behavioral health, and preventive care, based on the understanding that men’s health requires addressing interconnected physical, mental, and social factors.
- Inclusive healthcare model for underserved men inclusive_healthcare_modelProvides tailored primary and sexual healthcare that is inclusive of diverse male identities and experiences, particularly in Los Angeles, ensuring services are accessible and relevant to at-risk and marginalized populations.
- Patient-centered, affirming care model patient_centered_careThe organization prioritizes compassion, dignity, open dialogue, and the unique experiences of patients—particularly marginalized men—through a care model that evolves with patient needs to foster comfort, understanding, and respect.
- Patient-centered, inclusive care model affirming diverse patient experiences reimagining_healthcareThe organization reimagines healthcare through a patient-centered, inclusive approach that emphasizes compassion, dignity, open dialogue, and cultural affirmation—particularly for gay youth of color and other marginalized men—to foster comfort, understanding, and respect.
- Physician-led specialty care with national expertise physician_led_specialty_careHigh-quality, specialized care is delivered by nationally recognized physicians, ensuring clinical excellence in holistic men’s health and HIV-related services.
- Physician-led, high-quality specialty care physician_led_specialty_careSpecialized care in men’s health, including holistic and HIV-related services, is delivered by nationally recognized physicians to ensure clinical excellence and trust in care delivery.
- Transparency and accountability in operations transparency_and_accountabilityMaintains organizational integrity through annual reporting and audited financial statements to ensure transparency and accountability in program delivery and outcomes.
named programs · 16
what they call their work
Behavioral Health
Integrated behavioral health services supporting overall well-being, addressing issues like body dysmorphia ("bigorexia"), sex and porn addiction, and seasonal affective disorder.
Clinical Trials
Partnership with Mills Clinical Research to offer clinical trial opportunities in HIV medicine and prevention
Data-2-Care (D2C)
Program related to HIV care coordination.
DoxyPEP
Post-exposure preventative medication to treat syphilis and chlamydia within 72 hours after potential exposure.
HIV Care
Expert medical care and treatment for people living with HIV
HIV Testing/Treatment
Services for HIV testing and treatment, including access to PrEP and PEP for prevention.
Health Insurance Assistance
Assistance for uninsured or underinsured patients to access health insurance.
Insurance Assistance
Support for individuals navigating health insurance enrollment and access
Medical Care Coordination (MCC)
Support service for people living with HIV to navigate care barriers such as stigma and housing instability
Mental Health Services
Integrated behavioral health services provided by licensed clinicians, including treatment for body dysmorphia, sex and porn addiction, seasonal affective disorder, and relationship challenges
Mpox Vaccination
Services for mpox vaccination and education on prevention.
PrEP and PEP Access
Low or no-cost access to pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis for HIV prevention
Primary Care
Comprehensive healthcare services including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, HIV, hepatitis, aging, holistic health, cancer, behavioral health, ED, and integrative medicine.
Rapid Results
Fast STI and HIV testing and treatment services
SoCal Club
Youth community centers in South LA and West Hollywood offering wellness classes and events for gay and transgender youth of color ages 12–29
SoCal Club®
Youth community centers offering wellness classes and events for gay and trans youth of color (ages 12-29) in South LA and West Hollywood.
relationships · 10
who they work with
- Aetna Partner — Accepted insurance provider for patient care services
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Partner — Accepted insurance provider for patient care services
- Cigna Partner — Accepted insurance provider for patient care services
- Health Net Partner — Accepted insurance provider for patient care services
- Mills Clinical Research Partner — Long-standing partner through which Men's Health Foundation offers clinical trials in West Hollywood.
- Mills Clinical Research Partner — Partners with Mills Clinical Research to conduct HIV clinical trials and advance HIV medicine.
- SoCal Club Partner — Collaborates with SoCal Club to support gay youth of color in South LA through wellness programs and community outreach.
- Southern California Men’s Medical Group Partner — Clinic partner operating primary care services with Men's Health Foundation in West Hollywood and South LA.
- Southern California Men’s Medical Group Partner — Clinical partner providing primary care services under the Men's Health Foundation network.
- United Healthcare Partner — Accepted insurance provider for patient care services