Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for HIV & Hepatitis C Care in Tulsa
Founded in 1991, Tulsa Cares has dedicated over three decades to addressing the evolving needs of individuals affected by HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C. Our organization emerged during the height of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, transforming from a crisis response into a comprehensive care provider focused on medical treatment, prevention, and social support. We specialize in wrap-around services that address social determinants of health, including housing, nutrition, mental health, and medical care. Our team of experienced professionals combines clinical expertise with community engagement to deliver client-tailored programs rooted in empowerment and inclusion.Through initiatives like the NOURISH-OK study, we advance research on food insecurity's impact on health outcomes while maintaining a commitment to reducing stigma through education and advocacy. Our leadership in Oklahoma's public health landscape is built on partnerships, innovation, and a relentless focus on improving quality of life for vulnerable populations.
Services
Care Coordination
Food & Nutrition
Housing Assistance
Medical Care
Mental Health
Prevention Programs
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of specialized experience in HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C care.
- Our bilingual staff provides culturally competent services to Latinx communities.
- We address social determinants of health through integrated housing and nutrition programs.
- Our NOURISH-OK study advances innovative research on food insecurity and health outcomes.
- We maintain partnerships with medical institutions for comprehensive client care.
What people say
Saved my life
Wonderful support
Fresh food options
Compassionate response
Personal journey to well-being
Services
Medical Care
Our medical program provides specialized HIV/HCV care with telehealth options and PrEP services. A dedicated physician and medical assistant team coordinates comprehensive treatment plans, including lab work and specialist referrals. This service addresses both chronic disease management and preventive care through personalized clinical support.
Food & Nutrition
NOURISH-OK initiatives deliver fresh food boxes and nutrition education to combat food insecurity among HIV-positive individuals. Our programs address insulin resistance through dietary interventions and research-based meal planning. Clients receive both immediate food assistance and long-term nutritional guidance tailored to their health needs.
Housing Assistance
We establish safe, stable housing solutions as a foundation for health improvement. Our programs connect clients with affordable housing resources and prevent homelessness through case management. Stable housing is integrated with other services to improve treatment adherence and overall health outcomes.
Mental Health
Personalized mental health support addresses trauma, anxiety, and other psychological challenges faced by clients. Licensed professionals provide individual and group therapy sessions focused on wellness and resilience. Our approach integrates mental health care with medical treatment for holistic well-being.
Prevention Programs
Our prevention initiatives combat stigma through awareness campaigns and PrEP education. Outreach programs promote testing, safe practices, and community engagement. We train healthcare providers and conduct research to advance prevention strategies for HIV and Hepatitis C.
People
Casey Bakhsh
Chief Programs Officer
With 20+ years at Tulsa Cares, Casey leads program development and serves as site Principal Investigator for the NOURISH-OK study. A licensed clinical social worker, they focus on innovative care models and community partnerships to improve client outcomes through comprehensive service delivery.
Marianne Wetherill
Lead Researcher
An associate professor at OU Tulsa, Marianne directs the NOURISH-OK study examining food insecurity's health impacts. Her decade of experience at Tulsa Cares includes founding the farmers market program and developing nutrition interventions for HIV-positive clients.
Lacey Caywood
Study Coordinator
Lacey manages the NOURISH-OK research study with expertise in food insecurity interventions. Formerly leading health programs at YWCA Tulsa, she focuses on creating accessible food-as-medicine solutions for Oklahoma's HIV-positive population through this research initiative.
Questions
What services does Tulsa CARES offer?
We provide medical care, housing assistance, nutrition programs, mental health support, and prevention education for HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C patients.
How can I access medical care?
Contact us at 918-834-4194 to schedule an appointment with our HIV specialist physician or discuss telehealth options after initial consultation.
Do you offer food assistance programs?
Yes, our NOURISH-OK program provides monthly food boxes and nutrition education to address food insecurity among HIV-positive individuals.
Is housing assistance available?
We help clients find safe, stable housing through case management and community partnerships to support treatment adherence and overall health.
How does Tulsa CARES handle client privacy?
We maintain strict confidentiality with separate storage of personal information and research data, following all institutional review board requirements.
Can I participate in research studies?
The NOURISH-OK study offers compensation for participation in research examining food insecurity's impact on HIV treatment outcomes through surveys and blood tests.
