About the Planning Council
The San Antonio TGA (Transitional Grant Area) Ryan White Part A Planning Council is a federally-mandated community group of dedicated volunteers appointed by the Bexar County Judge to identify and plan for the delivery of Ryan White Part A HIV/AIDS healthcare related core and support services.
Part A funds are used to meet the health care needs of people living with HIV/AIDS that are not met by any other health care programs.
The Planning Council helps guide HIV services and makes sure different voices are heard. Its members bring a range of experience and include people from communities most affected and underserved by HIV.
To join the Planning Council, you must submit an application. The Membership Nominations & Elections Committee reviews applications before they are voted on by the full Council. Once approved, the Bexar County Judge makes the official appointment.
The Planning Council completes its work through a structure of committees and subcommittees all of which are open to the public.
The Council gathers information through needs assessment activities for use in making decisions to provide federal funding for medical care and support services to people living with HIV/AIDS.
The Council makes decisions that impact how federal HIV funds will be used for San Antonio TGA such as:
case management
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emergency financial assistance
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housing
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insurance assistance
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medical care
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medication assistance
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outreach
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transportation
Everyone is welcome to get involved with the Planning Council, especially people living with HIV, their families, and organizations serving the HIV community.
You can participate by attending meetings, taking surveys, joining focus groups, sharing your experiences, or connecting others to HIV services.
Your voice helps us understand community needs and improve HIV services across San Antonio.
Find more information in Client Services.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the San Antonio HIV Health Services Planning Council, download the Membership Application and follow the instructions for submission.
For additional information on all things Planning Council, download HRSA's Planning Council Primer
How Ryan White Part A Funding Works
Each year, Congress provides funding for the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, including Part A Formula and Supplemental funding.
To receive Part A funding, eligible communities such as the San Antonio TGA submit an annual grant application to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).
The Recipient prepares and submits the grant application according to federal requirements and timelines.
The Ryan White Part A grant year runs from March 1 through the last day of February each year.
