People Living With AIDS (PLWAs) support groups meet monthly in 4 outlying areas of the Ofafa Valley.There are currently about 350 members of these 4 support groups in total. Jane Nxasane faciltiates these support groups with the assistance of local CCWs from each particular area. Topics covered include ARV treament literacy, coinfection of HIV and TB, side effects of ARVs, practical matters like how to find funds for taxi fares to and from the hospital and preparing Wills and making succession plans. These meetings also provide a space for emotional support and sharing. PLWAs support group meetings usually begin with some general discussion where various practical matters are addressed or new information and notices given. The group will then follow set guidelines.
Woza Moya