SCDAA Miami-Dade County Chapter, Inc. was established to encourage and support education, testing, and genetic counseling in the hemoglobinopathies (sickle cell disease and related conditions); to encourage and support research in sickle cell diseases and related disorders; to encourage and support effective and sensitive medical treatment for persons with sickle cell diseases; to solicit and secure funds for the support of programs that provide these services; and to provide additional direct services to persons with sickle cell diseases and their families.

Services Include:

Personal and family counseling

Direct assistance, referrals, and follow-up by the CHW

Self-help, support groups facilitated by a Social Worker

Youth group founded to improve patients’ self-esteem

Financial assistance for unmet needs to families who qualify

Direct assistance for transportation and medical supplies (purchases and rentals)

Food gift certificates at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and special occasions

We do patient and family educational group engagement.

We pay for free mental help therapy sessions.

We do several patient-family events.

Social Services

The sickle cell program at the University of Miami attempts to provide a multifaceted social services program to help patients feel confident about themselves and their future, to help family members lessen the impact of this chronic disease, and to resolve any problems that may prevent patients from taking advantage of treatment opportunities.

HELP US FIGHT SICKLE CELL DISEASE

Sickle Cell Disease is a painful condition that affects everyone from babies through adults. Donations always help SCDAA achieve our goals. For sponsorship, ads and vendor opportunities, or further details, please call the Event Coordinator Naomie Pigatt 305-697-2435 or email myscdaa.um@gmail.com. If you are unable to attend the event, but would still like to make a contribution, please click https://www.scdaamiami.org/donate-today.html

The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Miami-Dade County Chapter, Inc hosts various events to bring more awareness. The post-race celebration will be filled with music, drinks, and healthy activities for the whole family. Most importantly, your participation will help raise funds in the research and treatment of Sickle Cell trait and disease in your local community through education and advocacy. Help us spread the word and make this event a powerful tool of change.