The Change Point Clinic at Northern Nevada HOPES is home to our sexual health services, including sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing, PrEP and PEP for HIV prevention. We offer inclusive, compassionate care for all members of our community, embrace diversity and advocate for medically underserved groups.
Location: 580 W 5th Street, behind the HOPES clinic on Ralston at W 5th Street
Appointments & information: 775-997-7519
Hours:
Monday: 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm (Walk-in HIV/Hep C Clinic)
Tuesday: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm (Walk-in HIV/Hep C Clinic),
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm (STI Clinic & Walk-in HIV/Hep C Clinic)
Wednesday: 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm (STI Clinic & Walk-in HIV/Hep C Clinic)
Thursday: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm (Walk-in HIV/Hep C Clinic),
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm (STI Clinic & Walk-in HIV/Hep C Clinic)
Friday: CLOSED
Note: If you need to get tested, outside of our regular hours, please contact the HOPES clinic or our friends a Washoe County Health Department.
Paying for care: Appointments are covered by medical insurance (including Medicaid) or charged according to HOPES’ Sliding Fee Scale.
Services
PrEP and PEP
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is a daily pill or monthly injection that can reduce the risk of HIV infection. If you are at risk of HIV exposure, make an appointment to discuss if PrEP should be part of your health care routine. Change Point is currently scheduling new PrEP appointments.
Change Point also offer Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP), medication which can prevent HIV infection if taken within 72 hours of a possible HIV exposure event. Call to speak with a team member for more information.
STI Testing
Change Point offers chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis testing by appointment only. Call the clinic to schedule.
Rapid HIV/Hep C testing
Confidential, free HIV and Hepatitis C testing. Results in 20 minutes. No appointment necessary. Walk in during clinic hours.
Safe Sex Kits
Condoms, lubrication and dental dams offered free of charge. Walk in to pick one up during clinic hours.
