Sickle Cell Anemia Support Group
Dear Sickle Cell Community:
The Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation of Oregon is planning to start up a monthly support group for Sickle Cell patients. We have doctors of color (two of whom have SSD) attending, as well as discussions about new pharmaceutical treatments aimed at sickle cell.
We are proposing a meeting every 3rd Thursday of the month, from 7PM to 8PM.
We will be offering $50 each to the first 20 sickle cell patients to sign up and attend at least the first 3 sessions.
If you are interested in participating, please fill out the form located here.
Multnomah County – BIPOC and immigrant focused COVID Vaccine clinic 2/19 Highland Haven
Multnomah County Public Health’s COVID Testing and Vaccine Team are partnering with Multnomah County REACH Program and community partners for this next vaccine clinic.
Greeting Beloved Community,
We need your help! Please help us – assist eligible clients, family, elders and community in signing up for the Friday 2/19/21: REACHing US Older Adult 70+ Moderna COVID Vaccination Clinic from 10:00 am – 3:00 p.m. at Highland Haven: here.
About the Friday 2/19/21: REACHing US Older Adult Moderna COVID Vaccination Clinic
Who: This event is focused on serving our elders 70+, Black, Immigrants, Refugees, Indigenous and other people of color. This vaccination clinic will be providing the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.
What: No cost. No ID needed. We’ll return in 4 weeks to provide second doses. The vaccine is Moderna. If you or a loved one qualifies, please schedule yourself for a 15 minute appointment. This is the first step of securing your vaccination appointment. Once you choose your time slot and submit your information, a link to the Health Screening Form will be sent to the email address you provided. This Health Screening Form must be completed by every person receiving a vaccine prior to their appointment. If you are registering for more than one person, please ensure the other members of your party also complete the Health Screening Form. Slots are available on a first sign-up basis.
To ensure adequate parking, and reduce time waiting in line at the event, please do NOT arrive more than 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment. Please also complete your Health Screening Form. We will have extra health screening forms onsite.
When: Friday, February 19, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Where: This event will be held at Highland Haven: 7600 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97213
Additional details:
- We will have wheelchairs to help anyone with mobility issues.
- No cost. No ID needed. We’ll return in 4 weeks to provide second doses. The vaccine is Moderna.
- The public health team is assembling a team of patient navigators to help with sign up, transport, questions, and day of appointment navigation in some key languages and can use interpreter services. More information will be available on this soon.
- The sign up form is only available in English. The health screening will be available in additional languages as identified.
We will follow up with additional outreach and communication resources; please share any specific requests.
REACHing Us Virtual Events: Please, share, promote and join us virtually for one or all of these opportunities to learn more about vaccines. We invite you to be connected in the community through our culture. Get the 411 from medical and public health professionals and ask questions about vaccines. Please find the next three events we have scheduled below:
- Feb. 18: REACHing Us: It’s Not a Game – The 411 on Vaccines Including Flu and COVID: Join us for a community game night and interactive conversation about COVID-19, vaccines and resources for our African-American/Black/African community aged 55+.
- Feb. 21: REACHing Us: A Faith in Health Virtual Conversation for Our Community This event will focus on our faith community
- Feb. 25: REACHing Us: African Immigrant and Refugees – The 411 on Vaccines Including Flu and COVID
For more information about COVID-19 vaccines, please refer to CDC Facts about COVID-19 Vaccines.
Kim Toevs, MPH
Director, Communicable Disease and Harm Reduction Programs
Multnomah County Health Department
Covid-19 Vaccine Update for Sickle Cell Patients
Covid-19 Vaccine Update presented by Dr. Lewis Hsu, Chief Medical Officer, SCDAA.
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COVID19 Vaccinations in Multnomah County
Here’s an update on COVID19 vaccinations from Multnomah County:
Two different lines for vaccinations are opening today (2/8) at 9am for seniors 80+ and anyone eligible in Phase 1A:
- Oregon Convention Center – Phase 1A/Traditional Health Care Workers and seniors 80+
- Red Economy Lot of the PDX airport – Seniors 80+
Please prioritize those who are or are supporting BIPOC communities, and Elders as supplies are limited.
Go to: www.covidvaccine.oregon.gov to sign up for an appointment.
Register for Portland’s 2020 Sickle Cell Anemia WALKATHON
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2020
VIRTUAL WALKATHON
This year the Walk-a-Thon is VIRTUAL!
WALK ON YOUR OWN TIME and WHEREVER YOU WANT!
Send us a picture of your VIRTUAL WALKATHON and we’ll post it on our facebook and website.
$20 donation fee to register
Click HERE to register…
or CALL 503 249-1366
Download the flyer here: Virtual-Walkathon-Flyer-2020
WALK FOR LIFE! BE THE DIFFERENCE WHILE HAVING FUN!
Sponsored by The Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation
4566 NE 87th, Portland, OR 97220
Blood Shortage: The American Red Cross Needs You!
The American Red Cross Needs You!
The American Red Cross Is Experiencing A Serious Blood Shortage
Thousands Of Blood Drives Are Cancelled Nationwide Due To Covid-19 Pandemic! Sickle Cell Clients Often Receive Blood To Save Their Lives.
Call 503 284 1234 To Make Your Appointment Now!
Use Healthy Practices to Protect Yourself: Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. Throw the tissue away after use. If a tissue isn’t available, cough or… Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. (This includes tables, doorknobs, light switches, handles,etc.) Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. Avoid close contact with people who are sick, even inside your home.
Sickle Cell Patients May Qualify for $4000 Credit
Hello Sickle Cell warriors! There is good news in spite of this pandemic and frustrating time! You may qualify for a $4,000 grant per year. (Note: participants will not receive a check, but a credit for those medications and/or co pays yearly.) Eligibility criteria: be under treatment for sickle cell, have medicare health insurance that covers your qualifying medication or product and your medication or product listed on PAN’s list of covered medications, your income must below 500% of the federal poverty level and you must reside and receive treatment in the United States or US territories. If you think you qualify, please contact me at marcia@sicklecelloregon.org.
Those of you who do not qualify, but need food or help with other expenses, please contact me at the email above or info@sicklecelloregon.org.
Staff are calling clients to follow-up on your well-being. If you have moved, changed email addresses or changed phone numbers since you enrolled, please let us know. Remember to get plenty of rest and fluids, eat right and wash your hands frequently and wipe down things frequently touched. Watch movies that make you laugh!
May god continue to bless each of you and keep you well.
Pastor Taylor