AIDS Project of the Ozarks, also known as APO, is a nonprofit, community-based organization that serves the residents of more than 25 counties in southwest Missouri. Established in 1983, it oversees a staff of over 30 full- and part-time employees and provides services to nearly 600 individuals and their families with HIV/AIDS. AIDS Project of the Ozarks offers services related to primary and...
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...