Prevention & Support Services

Caring for at-risk community members through compassionate support services that reduce risk and maximize quality of life

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At FMCS, we provide client-centered prevention and support services that promote whole-person health so you can live your best life. Our services include:

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Hepatitis C, HIV & STD Services

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Case Management & Medical Case Management

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Community Resources

Our services are available at our community health centers in Washington, D.C. and Prince George’s County, MD, and through our three community-based mobile units.
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Hepatitis C, HIV, & STD Services

If you are living or at risk of Hepatitis C, HIV, or other STDs, FMCS offers a comprehensive list of services and resources to support you, including:

  • Red Carpet Services
    Our Red Carpet Services provide immediate connection to medical care and treatment services for individuals newly diagnosed with HIV.

  • PrEP & PEP Counseling
    PrEP & PEP Counseling are available for individuals at high risk of contracting HIV through sexual behavior or injectable drug use.

    PrEP is a preventive medication that is taken regularly to lower the chance of contracting HIV. When taken as prescribed, PrEP can reduce the risk of contracting HIV by up to 99%.

    PEP is an emergency medication that must be taken within 72 hours after a possible HIV exposure. PEP is only for emergency situations and should not be taken regularly.
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Case Management & Medical Case Management

At FMCS, our experienced case management and medical case management teams manage medical care and coordinate support services to maximize your healthcare and overall well-being. Our case management and medical case management services include:

  • Case Management
    • Medical Support
    • Transportation
    • Referrals for
      • Food Resources
      • Housing Support
      • Financial Assistance
  • Ryan White Services (specialty services for people living with HIV)
  • Medical Case Management
    • Adherence Counseling
    • Referral to Speciality Medical Services
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Community Resources

At FMCS, our empathetic team offers the following community resources to eligible participants:

  • Food Bank
    Our Food Bank provides supplemental groceries to community members, including refrigerated and frozen items, pantry staples, and fresh produce.

    Distribution Hours:
    1st & 3rd Weeks of Each Month
    Monday, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Tuesday-Thursday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Nutrition Services
    Our Nutrition Services provides nutrition assessment, education, and counseling for adult and pediatric patients.
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The staff's attitude is always professional and polite. I really enjoy coming to the Food Bank. Sometimes it feels like home, and I wish I could stay all day and night! Keep smiling; it makes the neighborhood look good.

— FMCS Patient

My experience at FMCS has always been positive.  The staff are awesome, friendly, helpful, and efficient.  They always meet my needs and I like that they are secluded and handle my personal information with care.  I look forward to going to every appointment that I schedule.  I thank God for FMCS being located in Anacostia and providing needed services to the community. 

— Barbara

I've never met two staff members who work more diligently, courteously, and kindly with the utmost respect.

— FMCS Patient

In an arena of much needed medical, mental and emotional services in the heart of S.E. DC, Family and Medical Counseling Service, Inc. has become a pillar of hope and community.  My journey with them has exceeded my expectations over the 13 years of consistent guidance in my life, which has empowered me to grow within myself.  I invite all that are searching for wholeness, healing, help and hope to grasp this life-line and come aboard.  Thanks Family and Medical Counseling Services for embracing all of me.  

— Mali

The doctor was very professional with a beautiful personality. The staff was very polite and very knowledgeable -- smiles all over the place. Thanks for the experience.

— FMCS Patient

FMCS is second to none. For almost 2 decades they have provided me with expert care meeting my needs in medical, nutrition as well as up-to-date HIV information.    

— Andrew

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