San Francisco AIDS Foundation Syringe Access Services

Medical Supplies, Community Services/Non-Profits
Hours:
117 6th St, San Francisco CA 94103

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Monday
3AM - 7PM
Tuesday
10AM - 7PM
Wednesday
10AM - 7PM
Thursday
10AM - 7PM
Friday
10AM - 7PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

About San Francisco AIDS Foundation Syringe Access Services

San Francisco AIDS Foundation Syringe Access Services provides a full selection of gear for safer injection and safer sex, supported by a respectful, knowledgeable, and generous staff of volunteers. The organization offers daily needle exchange services at a convenient location near 6th Street, next to Chicos Pizza, and operates a mobile needle exchange that visits different locations each weekday. The staff is consistently praised for being respectful, fast, and caring, providing not just needles but also items like foil, bubbles, straight shooters, and hammers—limited to one each per day. The services go beyond simple needle exchange, with staff offering guidance on safe use and Narcan instruction, emphasizing safety and concern rather than judgment or preaching. Many reviewers appreciate the community service aspect of the work, noting the volunteers’ dedication despite limited pay and recognition. The organization is highly valued for its positive impact on the community, supporting both safety and dignity for people who use drugs. Volunteers and community members alike see the service as essential and deserving of more appreciation, recognizing the staff's kindness and the importance of their work in helping those often abandoned or judged by society.

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