CALOR

CALOR Serving Chicagoland to bridge underserved communities to HIV/AIDS prevention services, including HIV testing, PEP/PrEP services, and HIV treatment North Avenue.

Setting the Scene

In the 1980s and 1990s the Latino neighborhoods of Chicago experienced the devastating impact and frightening spread of HIV/AIDS. At the peak of this epidemic, many residents in these areas had a family member or knew of someone touched by HIV/AIDS. At that time, diagnosis and treatment options were confusing, particularly among Latinos, and complications from the disease were often devastating to those diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and their families. In response, in 1990, a group of HIV and Latino activists formed a service initiative they named CALOR (Comprensión y Apoyo a Latinos en Oposición at Retrovirus). Early History

CALOR began as a grassroots organization, focusing on the Latino community on Chicago's West Side. At that time, culturally relevant HIV services were not available to Latino communities. For the first few years CALOR offered support groups for Latinos affected by the HIV virus and for Hispanic HIV/AIDS service providers. The emphasis was on providing intervention initiatives and building a support system for people recently diagnosed HIV+. For CALOR, 1993 was a turning point. With the help of grants, the organization began offering case management services and mental health services. Later, essential prevention initiatives were developed along with employment placement services. Merger with Anixter Center

In 1997 CALOR merged with Anixter Center, a well-respected and established eading provider of services for people with disabilities of all ages. The merger allowed CALOR to increase the programs and services it offered to people with HIV/AIDS and to reach out to people with other disabilities. CALOR began offering substance abuse services and added a vocational program to provide employment and training to Latinos with disabilities, including HIV/AIDS. In the years that followed, CALOR continued to expand. It opened Casa Contreras, a 17-unit residential building named after two of CALOR's founding members—Salvador Contreras and José Luis Contreras. Then a new HIV/AIDS prevention and education program was started targeting young Latino men who have sex with men. That program, A.C.E., is now one of CALOR's signature programs. Today

Having moved to a new location at 3201 W. CALOR is still growing. Today there is an even greater emphasis on serving all people of color impacted by HIV/AIDS. And there is a push to build key strategic relationships with other community organizations so even more people can be reached.

🌟 Join Us for World AIDS Day! 🌟We’re proud to partner with Blue Doors Neighborhood Center to host a special World AIDS D...
11/25/2025

🌟 Join Us for World AIDS Day! 🌟
We’re proud to partner with Blue Doors Neighborhood Center to host a special World AIDS Day event dedicated to awareness, community, and support.
🗓 Date: Monday, December 1, 2025
⏰ Time: 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Blue Door Neighborhood Center, 2551 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
Come out and take part in an afternoon of education and empowerment.
✨ Free food
✨ Free HIV testing
✨ Educational presentation


🌟 ¡Acompáñanos para honrar el Día Mundial del SIDA! 🌟
Nos enorgullece colaborar con Blue Door Neighborhood Center para organizar un evento especial del Día Mundial del SIDA dedicado a la concientización, la comunidad y el apoyo.
🗓 Fecha: Lunes, 1 de diciembre de 2025
⏰ Hora: 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Lugar: Blue Door Neighborhood Center, 2551 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
Acompáñanos para una tarde de educación y empoderamiento.
✨ Comida gratis
✨ Pruebas de VIH gratuitas
✨ Presentación educativa

📢 FREE VACCINE EVENT at CALOR! Protect yourself before the holiday season.Join us at 3201 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL 6065...
11/21/2025

📢 FREE VACCINE EVENT at CALOR! Protect yourself before the holiday season.
Join us at 3201 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL 60651 for a community vaccine clinic hosted in partnership with RUSH! 💉✨
We’ll be offering:
✔️ COVID-19 Vaccines
✔️ Flu Vaccines
✔️ Mpox Vaccines
🗓 Date: November 25th, 2025
⏰ Time: 4 PM – 7 PM
🚶 Walk-ins welcome — no appointment needed!
Come protect yourself and your loved ones.


📢 ¡EVENTO DE VACUNACIÓN GRATUITO en CALOR!
Acompáñanos en 3201 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL 60651 para una clínica de vacunación comunitaria en colaboración con RUSH. 💉✨
Estaremos ofreciendo:
✔️ Vacunas contra COVID-19
✔️ Vacunas contra la gripe (flu)
✔️ Vacunas contra mpox
🗓 Fecha: Noviembre 25, 2025
⏰ Horario: 4 PM – 7 PM
🚶 No se necesita cita — ¡atendemos sin cita previa!
Protege tu salud y la de tus seres queridos.

💫 You are cordially invited to Transgiving 2025! 💫Join us for an unforgettable night of unity, joy, and celebration as w...
11/14/2025

💫 You are cordially invited to Transgiving 2025! 💫
Join us for an unforgettable night of unity, joy, and celebration as we gather for an evening filled with food, drinks, performances, music, and community love.
Transgiving has grown into a cherished tradition—a space of elegance, connection, and reflection. As we honor Transgender Day of Remembrance, we remember those we’ve lost, uplift one another, and celebrate the resilience, brilliance, and beauty of our trans community. 🌹✨
We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who makes Transgiving possible, including our incredible sponsors who help bring this event to life. 🙏
Thank you , .info , , , Be the transformational change, and Miss International Queen USA.
🔗 RSVP using the link below or through the link in our bio:
https://transgiving2025.eventbrite.com
🗓️ November 20, 2025
⏱️ 6 PM – 11 PM
📍 22 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654

Transgiving 2025 🌈🗓️ Thursday, November 20th, 2025⏱️ 6 PMJoin us for a night of music, dancing, drinks, food, community,...
11/04/2025

Transgiving 2025 🌈
🗓️ Thursday, November 20th, 2025
⏱️ 6 PM
Join us for a night of music, dancing, drinks, food, community, and to honor Transgender Day of Remembrance. 🌹
Sponsors, performers, speakers, and more will be announced soon.
RSVP using the link below or link in our bio:
👉 https://transgiving2025.eventbrite.com

Transgiving 2025 🌈
🗓️ Jueves, 20 de noviembre de 2025
⏱️ 6 PM
Acompáñanos a una noche de música, baile, bebidas, comida, comunidad y para honrar el Día de la Memoria Transgénero. 🌹
Pronto anunciaremos patrocinadores, artistas, oradores y más.
Confirma tu asistencia en el enlace abajo o en nuestra biografía:
👉 https://transgiving2025.eventbrite.com

10/17/2025

Did you know testing at CALOR is always FREE and confidential? 🩷
Whether you’re getting tested, learning about PrEP, or connecting to other support services — we’ve got you covered.
Come through and take charge of your health! 💪🏽

We’re hiring at CALOR!Want to make a difference in our community?We’ve got openings for:📱 Social Media Administrator 💼 R...
10/08/2025

We’re hiring at CALOR!
Want to make a difference in our community?
We’ve got openings for:
📱 Social Media Administrator
💼 Ryan White Case Manager
💬 Community Health Worker
If you’re passionate about health, advocacy, and community love, we’d love to have you on the team 💜
👉🏽 Apply now through the Linktree in our bio or hit this link:
🔗 careers-aidshealth.icims.com/jobs/search?searchCategory=208033

🏠 Get tested your way! HIV self-tests make it easy, quick, and convenient in the privacy of your own space. Take control...
09/29/2025

🏠 Get tested your way! HIV self-tests make it easy, quick, and convenient in the privacy of your own space. Take control of your health. 🌟 . Click the 🔗 https://bit.ly/takemehome_1 to order free HIV self-tests.

Talking about HIV with your partner(s) can be challenging, but it also strengthens bonds! 💬💪“Communication has been very...
09/29/2025

Talking about HIV with your partner(s) can be challenging, but it also strengthens bonds! 💬💪

“Communication has been very important because our relationship started off long distance. And so… all we had was communication.” —Ocean

Find tips to start the conversation: https://bit.ly/nmac_togetherENG

¿Estas preparado para PrEP? Tú tienes el control. Haz clic en el 🔗 https://bit.ly/nmac_togetherENG para aprender si PrEP...
09/25/2025

¿Estas preparado para PrEP? Tú tienes el control. Haz clic en el 🔗 https://bit.ly/nmac_togetherENG para aprender si PrEP funcionará para ti.

🙅‍♀️ Break the silence on HIV stigma!Don’t let it stop you from getting tested or finding prevention or treatment option...
09/24/2025

🙅‍♀️ Break the silence on HIV stigma!

Don’t let it stop you from getting tested or finding prevention or treatment options that work for you. Together, we can by spreading knowledge and sharing the facts. 💪

Click the 🔗 https://bit.ly/nmac_togetherENG to learn how to talk openly about HIV.

09/15/2025

✨ Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 🌎
🌟 Honoring our cultura, comunidad & raíces
💪 Empowering Latine voices for health & justice

Las personas con VIH se enfrentan a menudo al estigma y la discriminación en la atención médica. Podemos ser parte de la...
09/15/2025

Las personas con VIH se enfrentan a menudo al estigma y la discriminación en la atención médica. Podemos ser parte de la solución hablando contra el estigma del VIH. Aprende cómo: https://bit.ly/NMAC_CDC

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3201 W North Avenue
Chicago, IL
60647

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+17733859080

Website

https://linktr.ee/calorchicago

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