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Who We Are

We are Greater Cincinnati’s nonprofit devoted to positively changing lives in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

What We Do

Through HIV prevention, housing and care, our work to end the HIV epidemic is essential to a healthy community.

Who We Are

Caracole is an AIDS service organization providing comprehensive HIV prevention, housing and case management services.

Our Mission

We positively change lives in the fight against HIV/AIDS through prevention, housing and care.

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Our Vision

To be a relentless force
for health equity

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Our Values

At Caracole, our values define our enduring character and act as a guiding force as we evolve. We take our values to heart, living them every day in service of each other, our clients and the community.

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Unconditional Inclusivity

We believe that being open-minded, nonjudgmental and empathetic creates an environment of safety essential to preserving dignity.
Relentless Advocacy

We champion causes to eliminate negative outcomes and stigma from our local communities and beyond.
Practical Innovation

We are problem solvers who find new solutions to improve the lives of those we serve.
Absolute Accountability

We uphold the highest standards to not only be the best we can be but also the most effective.
Radical Optimism

We allow humanity and hope to have a visible presence and be a driving force in all we do.

How We Started

Founded in 1987, Caracole started as a small, non-medical hospice for people dying of AIDS. Over the decades as the disease and diagnosis changed, we’ve played an essential role in helping people live well—and thrive—with HIV.

What Our Name Means

The name “Caracole” is derived from the Spanish word for “snail shell.” As a snail grows, the shell will grow with it. Like a shell, Caracole provides a safe space that grows to meet the changing needs of the people we serve.

Our History

The HIV epidemic began more than 40 years ago. We’ve been in the fight for 35 of those years.

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Employment

We are a progressive, dynamic human services organization and a great place to work.

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Annual Reports & Financials

Transparency and fiscal accountability are key to delivering superior services for our clients.

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