Sickle Cell Association

Sickle Cell Association, Inc. - Hampton Roads, VA

Supporting & Educating

While Transforming Communities and Improving Lives

ABOUT SICKLE CELL ASSOCIATION, INC.

Sickle Cell Association HRVA is a 501c3 non profit community based agency established on November 13, 1972 to assist the sickle cell community, especially adults, with non – medical needs such as, support groups, transition, education, latest research information, resource sharing, family follow up and other programs that improve their quality of life.

Sickle Cell Association HRVA seeks to work in partnership with the many dedicated health care professionals who provide much needed care for the sickle cell community and is open to individuals, sickle cell treatment centers, health care providers and organizations that support sickle cell disease services in the Hampton Roads Virginia region.

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Join us in making a difference! Explore volunteer roles, fundraising events, and advocacy efforts. Hear inspiring stories from our community. Get involved today!

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Give hope, make an impact

Partnership

Join forces, amplify change.

Volunteer

Empower, inspire, transform.

You Can Make A Difference With A Donation Of Any Size

Your donations fuel our mission, providing vital support and resources to individuals affected by sickle cell disease. With your generosity, we can offer crucial assistance, expand our programs, and bring hope to those in need. Together, we can make a tangible difference in the lives of our community members, empowering them to thrive despite the challenges they face. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps us create a brighter future for those battling sickle cell disease. Thank you for your support!

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Support Services

We offer social services to assist patients with a successful transition from pediatric to
adult care.

Transportation Assistance

We offer free transportation assistance for patients who are in need of medical appointments related to their sickle cell disease.We offer free transportation assistance for patients who are in need of medical appointments related to their sickle cell disease.

CALL 757-466-0332

Counseling and Support Services

We offer genetic trait testing and counseling. People who inherit one sickle cell gene and one normal gene have sickle cell trait. Get Connected with the facts about test results.

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Utility and Emergency Assistance

We offer utility assistance for patients who are in need of help. All requests for assistance are by application review and documentation of emergency.

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Advocacy

We support advocacy on the local, state and national levels by sharing personal stories from sickle cell families and their health care needs. Focus on health care policy legislations its impact and the community needs are addressed.

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UPCOMING EVENT

WALK FOR SICKLE CELL

Date	Address
September 28, 2024	Norfolk State University, Dick Price Stadium

Stadium Walk – 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM Join family, friends and sponsors to raise money and awareness to fight Sickle Cell Disease. Proceeds will benefit sickle cell patient emergency assistance fund, disease management counseling and educational and support counseling programs.

Register for Walk for Sickle Cell - September 28, 2024 - Norfolk State University