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.

Happy Sickle Cell Awareness Month 🙌🏾❤️ We have just concluded another successful Golf ⛳️ Outing on 8/31/2026! Photos and...
09/01/2026

Happy Sickle Cell Awareness Month 🙌🏾❤️ We have just concluded another successful Golf ⛳️ Outing on 8/31/2026! Photos and video footage will be shared soon 🏌🏽‍♀️

09/01/2026




🫶🏾 Caring for someone with Sickle Cell Disease requires so much love, resilience, and responsibility. But you don’t have...
08/21/2026

🫶🏾 Caring for someone with Sickle Cell Disease requires so much love, resilience, and responsibility. But you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Join us for our Care Café, a safe and supportive space to share, connect, relax, and build community with other caregivers. Come enjoy a light lunch, get resources, and take a moment to pour back into yourself. ☕❤️

🔗Register Here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/943z8ma/lp/de41cb86-8434-43b9-9eaa-8ffaae005aaf

August 2026 Care CafeSaturday, Aug. 22, 202612:00 PM - 3:00 PM https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/943z8maAre you...
08/20/2026

August 2026 Care Cafe

Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/943z8ma

Are you the caregiver for someone diagnosed with Sickle Cell Disease? If yes, join us for Care Cafe'! The Care Cafe' is a support and networking space for caregivers of individuals with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)! Free street parking, light lunch and refreshments will be served and new participants will receive a care bag. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

08/19/2026

Exciting news: Legal guardians who transport individuals with disabilities who're incapable of driving will now be able to apply for and renew disability parking placards at 14 of Illinois' driver services facilities, including Chicago's South, West, North and Flagship locations! This new walk-in option is critical for expanding timely access to the services parents and guardians of individuals with disabilities rely on to safely travel with their loved one.

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8108 S Western Avenue
Chicago, IL
60620

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+17735265016

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