Founded in 1882, The Actors' Fund of America is the only national, nonprofit human service organization that provides for the welfare of all entertainment professionals in television, film radio, music, opera and dance, as well as theatre. The Fund provides comprehensive social services, vocational counseling and supportive housing, with offices in New York City, Chicago and Los Angeles. The program can help pay for health insurance, medical care, rent, utilities, travel and other essential living expenses. All services are absolutely confidential. Professional social workers provide crisis intervention, information and referral to community and industry resources, and advocacy with government or private benefits and entitlements.
Staff when needed make home and hospital visits.
Individual, couple, family and group counseling is offered as well as referrals for affordable and specialized mental health and chemical dependency services. Actors' Fund staff assist individuals addressing a range of issues including financial management, medical services, health insurance, housing, and legal issues. Care partner groups are available for family members, partners and friends. There are bereavement groups for those coping with the loss of a loved one. Seminars are offered throughout the year around issues such as health care, medications, holistic therapies, financial management, estate planning, and other HIV-related topics .