APO Community Health Center

APO Community Health Center AIDS Project of the Ozarks (APO) is a non-profit community-based organization serving a 29 county reg

AIDS Project of the Ozarks (APO) is a non-profit community-based organization serving a 29 county region in southwest Missouri. We offer walk-in testing for HIV and Syphilis, along with case management services to help individuals that are HIV+.

🎉✨ OH. WHAT. A. CELEBRATION. ✨🎉Last Thursday, we didn’t just mark a milestone…we THREW A PARTY 40 YEARS IN THE MAKING! 🥳...
04/27/2026

🎉✨ OH. WHAT. A. CELEBRATION. ✨🎉

Last Thursday, we didn’t just mark a milestone…we THREW A PARTY 40 YEARS IN THE MAKING! 🥳

APO officially celebrated our 40th Anniversary with a ribbon-cutting that was nothing short of incredible. Our campus was filled with friends, family, clients, community partners, business leaders, elected officials, Chamber staff, and so many others who showed up to help us truly Honor the Journey. 💛
And what a journey it has been…
From a time marked by fear, loss, and so many unknowns…
To today—a place of hope, healing, innovation, and LIFE.
We celebrated the strength of our clients, the dedication of our staff (past and present), and the unwavering commitment of our board and supporters who have walked alongside us every step of the way.
We were deeply honored to have Mayor Jeff Schrag present a proclamation officially declaring it APO Community Health Day—a moment we won’t soon forget. 🙌

And let’s talk about the PARTY itself…
✨ Huge shoutout to our presenting sponsor VYTLONE for helping make this celebration one for the books!
🎈 Dena The Balloon Lady—your magic turned our space into a full-on celebration dream!
🧀 Stephanie Scott-Huffman—that charcuterie display?! Too pretty to eat…almost. 😍

But above all—this celebration belongs to YOU.
To everyone who joined us…
To those who couldn’t be there but have been part of these 40 years…
Thank you.
Thank you for trusting us.
Thank you for believing in us.
Thank you for cheering us on, lifting us up, and yes…for all the hugs along the way. 🤗

Here’s to 40 years of impact…
…and to the journey that’s still unfolding. 💫

FYI, APO will be closing at 3 PM today so we can throw a party! 🍾🎉🎊🎈
04/23/2026

FYI, APO will be closing at 3 PM today so we can throw a party! 🍾🎉🎊🎈

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday to the incredible Brandon Jenson! 🎂🎉Today we’re celebrating one of the newest members of the APO Board...
04/23/2026

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday to the incredible Brandon Jenson! 🎂🎉

Today we’re celebrating one of the newest members of the APO Board of Directors (54 days new to be exact)—and already someone who is making a lasting impact in all the right ways.

Brandon has a rare and powerful gift: he doesn’t just hear people—he truly listens. He shows up with intention, compassion, and a deep respect for every voice in the room. And in a world where it’s easy to redirect the spotlight, Brandon consistently keeps it where it belongs—on others.

His determination to find solutions, paired with an unmatched work ethic, makes him a force for good. But it’s his heart that really sets him apart. Brandon leads with empathy, sensitivity, and a quiet strength that reminds us what servant leadership really looks like.

He’s passionate about the underdog becoming the top dog.
He believes deeply that “the least of these” deserve more.
And he stands firmly in his commitment to equality, fairness, and respect for all.

At APO, we don’t take it lightly how fortunate we are to have Brandon on our board. We know he will always seek to learn more, grow more, and help us be better—so that every person we serve receives not just healthcare, but compassionate, quality care.

Today, we celebrate you, Brandon. The way you pour into others day in and day out does not go unnoticed. So today, we’re pouring a little bit back into you. 💙

Help us wish Brandon the happiest of birthdays—and what we’re pretty sure should officially be recognized as…

🎉 National Brandon Jenson Day 🎉👇

📸: Kimera Gimson

🎉 BIG NEWS, APO FAMILY! 🎉We are beyond excited (and honestly, a little humbled!) to share that APO Community Health Cent...
03/31/2026

🎉 BIG NEWS, APO FAMILY! 🎉

We are beyond excited (and honestly, a little humbled!) to share that APO Community Health Center AND our incredible Medical Director, Dr. Stephen Adams, have both been nominated for Best of Southwest Missouri! 🙌

For 40 years, APO has proudly called Springfield home—serving our neighbors, families, and community with care, compassion, and commitment. And Dr. Adams? He’s been part of that heart and mission since 2008, stepping in full-time in 2017 and making an impact every single day. 💙

To even be nominated is such an honor… but we’d LOVE your help getting to the finalist round!

🗳️ You can vote once a day through April 17
👉 Click the link to cast your vote! https://www.voteswmo.com/

Here’s where to find us:
✨ Health & Beauty → Doctor → Dr. Stephen R Adams
✨ Health & Beauty → Medical Facility→ APO Community Health

https://www.voteswmo.com/

Every vote means the world to us and helps shine a light on the work happening right here in our community.

Thank you for supporting APO and for walking this journey with us! 💙



https://www.voteswmo.com/

Vote once per day from March 30 through April 17.

03/07/2026

Live in Rural Missouri?
You may qualify to participate in the TrueLevel HIV Feasibility Study through APO Community Health Center.

If you’re living with HIV and reside in rural Missouri, you could:
- Participate in a private, secure study
-Use a self-administered monitoring option in the comfort of your own home
-Receive $75 for your time

Your voice can help make viral load monitoring more accessible for people in rural communities.
100% confidential.
Visit https://www.truelevelmo.org/ or scan the QR code in the graphic to learn more.

03/02/2026

APO needs your help!

The Missouri Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), and University of Missouri (MU), are conducting a research study/needs assessment to better understand HIV prevention and care and how well these services work together in Missouri. The research study is funded by DHSS.

The interview will last 30-45 minutes and interviewees will be compensated for their time with a $50 check. All you need to do is click the link below and provide an email address and your preferred interview times.

Utilize the link below that's appropriate for you.

Living with HIV: https://missouri.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1A0KAakJuskEXFY

HIV-negative, have done HIV testing: https://missouri.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1GnB7W0Zy3rhGSi

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Today is the last day to RSVP for our free community Annual Dinner on Tuesday, February 24th. We have just a few seats r...
02/13/2026

Today is the last day to RSVP for our free community Annual Dinner on Tuesday, February 24th. We have just a few seats remaining, so if you would like to attend, please email your rsvp to Wade Shelton at wade.shelton@apo-ozarks.org. If you have any dietary restrictions we need to know about for your meal, include that in your email as well.

It's always great evening at this annual event and we hope you will join us for a very special evening.

We still have seats available for our annual free community wide event. Please reach out to us to make your reservation...
02/03/2026

We still have seats available for our annual free community wide event. Please reach out to us to make your reservation by using the contact info in the graphic. It's always a great time at the APO Annual Dinner and we would love for you to be part of it!

APO is looking for your input!The Integrated Planning Counsel is a statewide group working to assess the gaps in HIV ser...
01/29/2026

APO is looking for your input!

The Integrated Planning Counsel is a statewide group working to assess the gaps in HIV services across the state from prevention to engagement in medical care. Below are the needs assessment surveys for the 2027- 2031 Missouri Integrated HIV Prevention and Care Plan. This survey will help us ensure we can focus on providing the services and resources needed most for HIV care and prevention.

If you work in the medical field or are providing services to the community, please take the Provider Survey by clicking on ---> https://bit.ly/MOProvider or scan the QR code in pic #1.

If you are a community member living in Missouri, please take the MO Resident
Survey by clicking on ---> https://bit.ly/MOResident or scan the QR code in pic #2.

We appreciate your time and input.

✅ APO IS OPEN TODAYAll services are back up and running —including pharmacy 💊Thank you for your patience!
01/27/2026

✅ APO IS OPEN TODAY

All services are back up and running —
including pharmacy 💊

Thank you for your patience!

Update 01/26 9 AM: The fearless and incredible APO Pharmacy team gave it their best shot and gave it their all, but unf...
01/25/2026

Update 01/26 9 AM: The fearless and incredible APO Pharmacy team gave it their best shot and gave it their all, but unfortunately they are not able to get to the pharmacy and therefore APO Pharmacy will be closed today.

❄️🥶 APO said “community health,” not “Arctic survival challenge.”

Because it is aggressively cold and snow has fully committed to the drama, APO Community Health Center will be CLOSED tomorrow, Monday, January 26th.

🩺 Clinic appointments:
If you had an appointment scheduled, our clinic team will be reaching out to reschedule (if they haven’t already).

📞 Fear not:
The clinic WILL still be answering calls and putting in prescription refills—from a much warmer location.

🧊 And yes…
We are already planning to schedule an appointment for a certain individual in a certain photo who thought an Arctic plunge was a good idea.
However, due to HIPAA, we are unable to disclose what may or may not be frozen or experiencing frostbite.

Stay safe. Stay warm. Make better choices than that guy. ❄️😌

Address

1636 S Glenstone, Ste 100
Springfield, MO
65804

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14178811900

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Our Story

AIDS Project of the Ozarks (APO) began in 1983 when a group of concerned folks began meeting at a local church to discuss how to help those with AIDS who were returning home to the Springfield area to die. At that time, the group called themselves AIDS Project of Springfield. Soon, the virus made its way to people living in the area and the needs for emotional, as well as practical support grew significantly. APO incorporated in 1985 and has provided HIV care and prevention services to the 29 county Southwest Missouri region ever since. In 1991, APO was among the first agencies to receive a Ryan White HIV medical care grant from HRSA. Services provided include: primary medical care; specialty medical care; dental care; mental health and substance abuse services; nutritional counseling; case management for both infected and affected clients; adherence services; counseling and testing services; and emergency client assistance. APO has grants from the federal government, Missouri Department of Health Senior Services, K.C. Care Clinic, & Doorways of St. Louis. When APO was formally established in 1985, there were two part- time employees. APO currently has 43 full-time employees (including a full time Medical Director on site) and two part time employee working at five locations throughout the area. APO serves approximately 800 HIV positive clients per year, provides HIV testing to over 700 individuals, and provides prevention materials to 10,000 people yearly.

But, in addition to all the above, we are also able to see ALL people. All meaning ALL. We are not just a clinic for those with HIV or AIDS, but we are so much more for so many people in our community. Those with insurance, those without. Those who are poor, those who are middle class, those who are rich. Those who identify as LGBTQ, those who call themselves allies of the LGBTQ community. Those who identify with the gender that is on their birth certificate, those who identify themselves as someone else. Those who have AIDS or are HIV+, to those who walk thru the doors but don’t know their status. When we say we are for ALL, we mean it. We are one of the few clinics that are able to see you as a patient or client regardless if your insurance plan says you must do so with an in-network provider of either Cox or Mercy. We can file with both with ZERO “out-of-network” cost to you.

We would love to visit with you in much more detail about what we do here at APO, but we also would be honored to be your place in receiving quality health care from amazing doctors, nurses and support staff. Please consider us when you need or know of someone in need of finding a doctor. APO is here to serve ALL of YOU!