Sickle Cell Disease Association of Illinois

Sickle Cell Disease Association of Illinois Do you have Sickle Cell Disease? Was your baby diagnosed with Sickle Cell Disease? Join Us!

What SCDAI does:
* Provides leadership to create awareness of the negative impact of sickle cell disease on the health, economic, social and educational well-being of the individual and his or her family and to create awareness of the requirements for resolution.

* Prepare and distribute substantive educational materials, written and visual, about the sickle cell disease problem for all relevant segments of our society.

* Organize and/or participate in national and regional educational conferences.

* Develop and promote the implementation of service programs that will be in the best interest of the affected population.

* Develop positions and promote favorable resolution of issues and activities that could have an adverse effect on sickle cell programs or the affected population.

* Assist in the organization and development of local chapters.

* Provide ongoing technical assistance to members and other interested groups or organizations.

* Encourage adequate support for research activities leading to improved treatment and eventual cure.

11/19/2025

In response to the recent incidence at Orville Bright Elementary School- SCDAI stands firmly with the mother living with Sickle Cell Disease and her children who were recently targeted and attacked.

Bullying, violence, and discrimination have NO place in our communities — and we condemn these acts wholeheartedly. No one living with SCD should ever feel unsafe or alone. This incident is heartbreaking and unacceptable, and it highlights the ongoing stigma our community continues to face.

To the family: We see you. We support you. We stand with you.

To our community: Let’s continue to speak up, show up, and protect one another.

If you or someone you know is facing bullying, violence, or discrimination related to Sickle Cell Disease, SCDAI is here with resources, advocacy, and support.

Together, we rise against stigma. Together, we stand stronger.

11/15/2025

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Thank you in advance ❤️ We appreciate you🙌🏾‼️
11/15/2025

Thank you in advance ❤️ We appreciate you🙌🏾‼️

The Chicago West Loop Chapter Sickle Cell Committee invites you to support our Annual Sickle Cell Blanket Drive 2025! We’re collecting NEW, cozy blankets to provide comfort and warmth to Sickle Cell Warriors supported by the Illinois Sickle Cell Disease Association (SCDA).

📅 Donation Deadline: Friday, December 5th
🛒 Amazon Wish List:
👉 Click Here to Donate: https://shorturl.at/VvRGG 

Thank you for helping us uplift our community with compassion and care. 🧡🩸

11/13/2025
11/13/2025
11/04/2025

Registration is now open for the first-ever Sick Cells Therapeutics Conference which will be held in Washington DC from November 12-13, with a virtual option available for those who choose to join remotely. Scan the QR code or visit sickcells.org/therapeutics-conference and click “Register.”

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8108 S Western Avenue
Chicago, IL
60620

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+17735265016

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