Project Aware

Storm Update Due to the impending storm, Lifeline will be closed on Tuesday, 2/13/24. Lifeline patients are asked to bring their locked boxes on Monday, 2/12/24 for take-home dosing for Tuesday, 2/13/24. Secondary to the impending storm expected on 2/13/24, most of our outpatient clinical services will be transferred over to telehealth. Our Opioid Treatment Center and our In-Patient units will be open in the morning to take care of patients who need services. Our telephones will be operational and will be staffed to answer any questions. Our main number is 508-675-1054

What can we help you with:

Project Aware

Project Aware provides no cost STI testing and treatment, PrEP navigation, Hep C navigation, HIV case management, as well as street outreach to Latinx communities. We provide low barrier medical and substance use treatment from an RV on the streets of Fall River and New Bedford.

STI Counseling and Testing: Project Aware offers free and confidential sexual transmitted infection testing and counseling and treatment for HIV, HEP C, Syphilis, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia. We also provide free condoms and lube and harm reduction supplies.

HIV Case Management: Project Aware case managers work with each person to support them to achieve their best quality of life. Services include access to benefits, medication management, housing and transportation support and utility assistance. We are here to help you thrive with HIV/AIDS.

Mobile Health Team: We bring our services to you! We provide STI testing, primary health care, targeted harm reduction and substance services use in Fall River and New Bedford. Hours and locations vary. Call 508-558-3548 for information.

Fuerza Latina: Uso de Sustancia y Salud Mental. Gratis Consejeria, Prueba rapida de VIH

Llamanos: 774-322-6975

“Que tus sueños sean mas fuerte que tus miedos.” Our Fuerza Latina program provides culturally competent STI testing, substance use and mental health treatment to Latinx communities in the Southcoast. “May your dreams be stronger than your fears.”

Hep C Navigation: Project Aware provides intensive care coordination for patients who are diagnosed with Hep C to get you treated quickly and with respect.

PrEP Navigation: PrEP is a once-a-day pill that helps prevent HIV infection. We help patients schedule appointments for PrEP and access medication assistance to pay for PrEP. Click here for more information.

Harm Reduction Services: No appointment needed. Drop-in services are available for syringe access and disposal, Narcan, harm reduction supplies and more. Services are free and confidential.

Call for an appointment 508-324-3561.

Monday – Friday

8:30am – 4:30pm

Project Aware: 508-324-3561

Fuerza Latina: 774-322-6975

Mobile Health Team: 508-558-3548

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Our Team

Testimonials

"I’m glad I contacted SSTAR when I did. Other alternatives kept shuffling me around, but at SSTAR, I was treated like a real person."

Tim S.

"I’m so thankful for SSTAR. I go there for therapy and i have a psychiatrist i see every other month. This place has changed my life in ways i never thought possible. Between having my medication managed and talking with someone one on one they have the perfect treatment plan based on my needs. I’m very thankful."

Jessica T.

"I love Dr. Rice he's such a great doctor he really cares about his patients I'm so grateful for him."

Katie F.

"Rebecca was really nice & really helpful. She always called to keep me updated. She also made an appointment I needed to happened. She’s the best!"

Serenity S.

"Employees very caring very kind if you're looking for help with anything that has to do with your emotional well-being your physical health this is definitely the place to go and I promise you all of your needs would be met here."

Bernadette T.

"Helped me recover and find myself."

Darrian W.

"Solid, competent, professional counselors and staff management is top notch."

Wayne C.

"People are SO well taken care of here. The level of kindness and compassion is over and above."

Anonymous

"They are in the business of saving lives. Saved mine thank you."

Jeffrey G.

News & Updates

Employees of the Month for August

We are excited to announce that: Elizabeth Furtado and Peter Freitas are the August Employees of the Month!

SSTAR Award

Stanley Street Treatment and Resources, Inc. (SSTAR) has been awarded recognition by the National Committee for Quality Assurance for delivering high quality, Patient-Centered Care Medical Home Program. Special thanks to Buzzi Gilliam (Director of Population Health) for being a major driver in our success.

Employees of the Month for July

We are excited to announce that: Tercida Lora and Natercia Furtado are the July Employees of the Month!

CHECK-OUT IF YOUR ELIGIBLE FOR AFFORDABLE MOBILE BROADBAND

SSTAR has partnered with Link Health, a government program reducing internet fees for eligible homes. Check-out if you’re eligible!

Employees of the Month for June

We are thrilled to announce that : Christine DeSousa and Stephanie Miranda are the June Employees of the Month!

Employees of the Month for May

We are excited to announce that : Betty Amarelo and Ashley Frasier are the May Employees of the Month!

Employees of the Month for April

We are excited to announce that: Vinny Celona and Tammara Fernandes are the April Employees of the Month!

SSTAR’s Research Department Enrollments

The research department at SSTAR just celebrated enrolling the 100th participant into the Retention phase of our RDD study.

We’ve been selected by the Shaw’s GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Reusable Bag Program!

Today is launch day for the Shaw’s GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Reusable Bag Program! Starting today and for the entire month of May when you purchase a $3.00 GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Reusable Bag at the Shaw’s located at 4171 North Main Street, Fall River MA, $1 is donated to SSTAR.

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What can we help you with:

Project Aware

Project Aware provides no cost STI testing and treatment, PrEP navigation, Hep C navigation, HIV case management, as well as street outreach to Latinx communities. We provide low barrier medical and substance use treatment from an RV on the streets of Fall River and New Bedford.

Project Aware Videos

Our Team

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Sarah Meyers

Testimonials

"I’m glad I contacted SSTAR when I did. Other alternatives kept shuffling me around, but at SSTAR, I was treated like a real person."

Tim S.

Jessica T.

"I love Dr. Rice he's such a great doctor he really cares about his patients I'm so grateful for him."

Katie F.

"Rebecca was really nice & really helpful. She always called to keep me updated. She also made an appointment I needed to happened. She’s the best!"

Serenity S.

"Employees very caring very kind if you're looking for help with anything that has to do with your emotional well-being your physical health this is definitely the place to go and I promise you all of your needs would be met here."

Bernadette T.

"Helped me recover and find myself."

Darrian W.

"Solid, competent, professional counselors and staff management is top notch."

Wayne C.

"People are SO well taken care of here. The level of kindness and compassion is over and above."

Anonymous

"They are in the business of saving lives. Saved mine thank you."

Jeffrey G.

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