The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with Matthew 25 AIDS Services to provide free, confidential HIV and Hepatitis C testing to individuals currently incarcerated at the facility. This joint initiative demonstrates a shared commitment to public health by expanding access to early diagnosis, education, and medical care for those most in need.
Testing is conducted on-site by trained Matthew 25 staff using quick and reliable finger-prick tests, with results available in as little as 15 minutes. Individuals who receive a reactive result are immediately offered support services, including counseling, medical referrals, and case management to ensure access to appropriate follow-up care.
“This partnership is about more than just testing, it’s about ensuring that every person, regardless of their circumstances, has access to the tools and support necessary to protect their health,” said Sheriff Noah Robinson. “Public health and public safety go hand in hand. By identifying and addressing these conditions early, we’re not only supporting individual well-being, but also reducing risk to the broader community.”
The collaboration seeks to reduce the transmission of infectious diseases both within the jail and after release, reinforcing the principle that effective correctional health care benefits the entire community. It also reflects a broader goal of promoting the well-being of all members of the community, whether incarcerated or not.
Both the Vanderburgh County Jail and Matthew 25 are proud to lead by example in ensuring access to stigma-free health services and strengthening community health outcomes through collaboration.
Matthew 25 provides free HIV and Hepatitis C testing, funded through donations, grants, and insurance reimbursements (including Medicaid/Medicare). To learn more, visit: https://matthew25clinic.org/
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