Preparations For A.I.D.S. Spread (Press, 21 August 1985)
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Summary: Preparations For A.I.D.S. Spread (Press, 21 August 1985)
The A.I.D.S. Support Network in Christchurch is preparing for a future where A.I.D.S. becomes more prevalent in the community. To facilitate this, the network is organising its second training weekend aimed at individuals interested in counselling A.I.D.S. victims and their families. Mr Ian Smith, one of the coordinators, noted that the inaugural training weekend held earlier in the year attracted 20 participants, with 16 continuing their training. The training programme includes lectures and workshops focused on topics such as death, grief, and how to cope with relatives affected by A.I.D.S. The upcoming training weekend is scheduled for Saturday, 31 August, and Sunday, 1 September 1985, in Christchurch. Ms Kate Leslie, the chairman of the New Zealand A.I.D.S. foundation, will come from Auckland to assist with the workshops. After the weekend training, participants will embark on an eight-week course that will take place one night each week, featuring contributions from professionals like psychologists. Mr Smith emphasised that the network is seeking volunteers from the broader community, as A.I.D.S. is increasingly recognised as an issue that affects more than just the homosexual community. Those interested in the training course are encouraged to contact the network at the phone number 65-865. Since its establishment in Christchurch four months ago, the network has received a steady stream of phone calls from individuals concerned they may have A.I.D.S. or seeking information about the disease. Additionally, some referrals have come from the A.I.D.S. foundation, which operates a toll-free telephone service based in Auckland.
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