The Sussex Beacon supports people in Sussex who are living with HIV. Changes in medication now mean that an HIV diagnosis is no longer the issue it once was, however for the most vulnerable, its a constant challenge. Living with HIV you are much more likely to develop secondary conditions like diabetes, dementia, cardiovascular disease or kidney disease. Many of our patients need social care and help with their day to day lives as well as increasingly mental health support. A lot of our patients are also aging with HIV and are increasing frail and more prone to other infections. They are also more likely to be living alone or isolated and prone to depression and poor mental health. The Sussex Beacon is here offering specialised support for everyone living with HIV in Sussex.