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Kyle Monroe-Spencer is the Director of HIV Prevention for AIDGwinnett, a non-profit organization providing supportive services and prevention education to AIDS victims and their support network. After receiving a BS degree in Community Health in college, Kyle moved from Ohio to San Francisco. She then joined the Peace Corps and spent a number of years in Jamaica, initially involved in general health counseling, and then becoming very interested in HIV prevention. In 1996, Kyle moved to Atlanta to continue her work in AIDS education and prevention. Kyle tells us that an astonishing 28% of the new AIDS cases are in adults over age 55. Further, she notes that “most seniors believe this is a disease for the younger generation.” Her best advice is to become educated and take the simple measures to prevent the disease. Kyle can be reached at 678-990-6430, or visit their website at www.AIDGwinnett.org.
Adrienne Noble is the Information and Referral Specialist for Gwinnett County Senior Services. Originally from New York, Adrienne has become a vital force in her community by immersing herself in opportunities to serve the area’s seniors. From directing residents to County service locations, to assisting them in availing themselves of Gwinnett County’s senior services, to helping families think through the impact of an aging loved one that can no longer stay safe alone, Adrienne’s role is to provide answers! One of her roles is sitting on the Senior Issues Task Force. The topic of AIDS in the senior community is one of two key issues identified by this task force, and one in which Adrienne is particularly interestsed. Adrienne can be reached at (678) 377-4150, or via email at adrienne.noble@gwinnettcounty.com. Find about more about the services available to seniors through Gwinnett County at their website: www.gwinnettcounty.com.
