Incorporated in 1979, the Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association was established from the need to provide a payment mechanism for adults with Sickle Cell Disease who were medically indigent; with the focus, and intent to solve Sickle Cell Disease, in the context of broader, societal issues, facing Ohio’s children, minorities and poor.

Our services include:
-Education
-Testing
-Counseling
-Support
-Referral
-Advocacy

Mission:
To provide Education, Advocacy and Support to persons and families affected and at-risk for Sickle Cell Disease through effective approaches to Sickle Cell Services.

Purpose and Objectives:
-To have a stake in and be concerned about health problems as they relate to underserved population in Ohio
-To serve as coordinating body for Sickle Cell Trait, Sickle Cell Disease and other health activities across the state of Ohio
-To serve as a resource base for Sickle Cell Programs and health Organizations
-To develop support for affected individuals and families
-To educate and inform the professional and lay communities about the Sickle Cell Phenomena and other health issues