The Cheaha Coosa Valley Community Planning Group (CPG) was organized in 1993 to provide education on HIV and prevention of HIV. The CPG is composed of both paid staff and volunteers who meet monthly to discuss where prevention efforts are needed most in our community. The CPG participates in such activities as conducting needs assessments, locating available resources, providing public speakers and focus groups. Our main goal is to save lives by providing education and prevention.
Who are the members?
Concerned Citizens
Church members
Concerned parents
Social Workers
Teachers and guidance counselors
Public Health Employees
Persons living with HIV
Minority Group members
Red Cross Members
Nurses and Medical Professionals
Students (College and High School)
Anyone willing to give his/her time and opinion
Members of at-risk groups
Everyone is invited to attend
When Does the CPG meet?
The CPG meets at least once a month. Special committees may meet at other times based on the project at hand. The location(s) of the CPG meeting may vary monthly so that all members and counties in Public Health Area VI are given the opportunity to become involved.
Is there a cost to attend? or Are there dues to pay?
No, there is no cost other than your time. CPG members meet because of a common concern: To SAVE LIVES through education and prevention efforts. Participation is on a volunteer basis. You do not have to become a member to attend a meeting.
Who can I contact for more information?
Call: Tom Robertson, Dept. of Public Health 236-3274
OR
Julie Hope, AIDS Services Center 832-0100
What does the CPG offer?