Bleeding Disorders Association of South Carolina
Greenville, South Carolina, United States
About
Founded in 1973, Bleeding Disorders Association of South Carolina is a non-profit association based in Greenville, United States working on health, medical research, education +1 more.
Bleeding Disorders Association of South Carolina, formerly Hemophilia of South Carolina, is a non-profit chapter of the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation and a member organisation of Hemophilia Federation of America. Founded in 1973 by parents, it works for people across South Carolina affected by hemophilia, von Willebrand disease and other bleeding disorders. Its work covers education, support services, referral and financial assistance, scholarships, teen and family programmes, research advocacy, and advocacy for access to treatment at the state capitol and in Washington. The organisation is run largely by volunteers and has one full-time executive director.
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Teen Retreats
Children & Youth
Helps teens learn independence skills for transitioning to adulthood and build friendships with others who share a common connection.
Support Groups
Health
Support groups for men, women, young adults, teens and children, connecting members to local and national resources.
Financial Assistance & Medical IDs
Health
Emergency financial assistance and compassionate care programmes, plus medical identification support.
College Scholarships
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Connects students with resources for higher education and provides annual academic scholarships.
Ambassador Program
Health
Teaches self-advocacy and supports members in understanding and navigating their bleeding disorder.
Camp CoAg
Children & Youth
Inaugural summer camp for campers and counselors affected by bleeding disorders, held at Camp Cole.
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Five-Star Chapter of Excellence
Award of Distinction in Communications Website Design and Outreach Video
Award of Distinction in Health Education
John Indence Award of Excellence
Chapter Spotlight Award
Advocacy & Public Policy Chapter of Excellence
Fundraising & Development Chapter of Excellence
Board Governance & Leadership Chapter of Excellence
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National Bleeding Disorders Foundation, Hemophilia Federation of America, Prisma Health Children's Hospital Midlands, Medical University of South Carolina
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