Support Groups

Discover supportive community groups.

Explore the range of support groups that foster community, sharing, and care, highlighting their role in empowering those affected through shared experiences.

Brigstow

Brigstowe’s vision is a world in which people living with HIV and other long-term health conditions live long and healthy lives, free from poverty, stigma, prejudice and discrimination.

Brigstowe’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for people living with HIV and other long-term health conditions.

Terence Higgins Trust

Terrence Higgins Trust is at the forefront of the fight against HIV, ending new cases of HIV in the UK by 2030, and eradicating HIV stigma. Our work is underpinned by our vision, mission and values.

National Aids Trust

We work to stop HIV from standing in the way of health, dignity and equality, and to end new HIV transmissions. Our expertise, research and advocacy secure lasting change to the lives of people living with and at risk of HIV..

Positively UK

Offers support groups for people living with HIV, including a group for heterosexual men and women called Straight Talk. 

Brigstow @ Gate 36

Explore the vital role of our Southmead Gate 36 support groups in fostering connection and guidance for those living with HIV.

One to One Peer Mentoring

At Brigstowe we provide a service where you can meet regularly, either face-to-face or online, with one of our trained volunteers, a peer mentor, who is also living with HIV. 

Advice and Support

We provide advice and advocacy on a range of matters including health, housing, welfare benefits and finances.

A volunteer is also available in clinic.

Migrant Asylum Support

Claiming asylum, going through the immigration system or living with immigration restrictions can be challenging and emotional. It can be especially hard if you are also living with HIV.