Exploring HIV/AIDS Case Management and Client Quality of Life

Despite other investigations into the impact on the quality of life (QoL) of people living with HIV, the effects of HIV/AIDS case management services have not been directly investigated in the professional literature. A small HIV/AIDS case management program conducted an analysis of the services provided over a 6-month period with preassessments and postassessments of client QoL. A convenience sample of 78 clients completed the Multidimensional Quality of Life questionnaire for people with HIV. Demographics and QoL scores show expected relationships, such as higher QoL scores among clients with higher income, which are consistent with prior research. The study found significant relationships between elements of case management and specific domains of client QoL. Direct case manager interventions, such as counseling clients about coping with depression, had the strongest relationship with client QoL.