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Charity organisation supporting families living with Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Blood Disorders.

06/10/2026

Black History Month 2026: Celebrating the Legacy of Caring 🖤

This Black History Month, we’re proud to celebrate the legacy of caring — recognising the strength, compassion and contributions of carers, families and communities, both past and present.

Join us on Tuesday 13th October in partnership with Forward Carers Midland Mencap bringing carers together at this Black History Month Drop-In Session.

Opportunity to:
 ✨ Connect with other carers and share experiences  ✨ Celebrate Black heritage, culture and stories ✨ Recognise the often-unseen contribution of carers ✨ Learn, reflect and have meaningful conversations ✨ Celebrate the resilience and legacy passed from one generation to the next

05/10/2026

We were delighted to welcome representatives from The National Lottery Community Fund Midlands Team to OSCAR Birmingham for a special visit to see first-hand the impact of our work.

The visit provided an opportunity to share more about the support we offer and, most importantly, for our guests to hear directly from the people at the heart of what we do.

Speaking with patients and carers gave a powerful insight into the difference our services make in people’s lives — from providing practical and emotional support to helping individuals and families feel less alone during challenging times.

Hearing these personal experiences brought our impact to life in a way that statistics alone never can.

We are incredibly grateful to the patients and carers who generously shared their stories.

We’re proud of the difference we make together and grateful for the continued support that helps us reach more people and make an even greater impact. 💙

01/10/2026

Men affected by sickle cell and thalassaemia often carry challenges that aren’t always visible — from managing pain and fatigue to navigating treatment, relationships, work, mental wellbeing and everyday life.

That’s why this we are bringing men together for a dedicated Men’s Health Group — a safe and supportive space to talk openly about health, share experiences, ask questions and connect with others who understand.

🗣️ Real conversations. 🤝 Shared experiences. 💙 Support without judgement. 💪 A space for men to look after their health.

Whether you want to talk, listen, learn or simply meet others impacted with sickle cell or thalassaemia, you’re welcome.

Your health matters. Your voice matters. Your story matters.

📍 The Word Life Centre -Birmingham 👥 For men 📅 8th October 2026 ⏰ 6-8pm 
Booking essential via contacting our offices. Come along and be part of the conversation.

24/09/2026

We were delighted to deliver an engaging Sickle Cell Awareness Workshop at the YMCA, creating a safe and informative space to learn, ask questions, and challenge common misconceptions about sickle cell.

Through open discussion and education, participants gained a better understanding of the condition and the importance of empathy, awareness, and support.

A huge thank you to the YMCA for welcoming us and to everyone who took part so openly and enthusiastically. Together, we can help build communities where people living with sickle cell feel understood, supported, and empowered.

22/09/2026

Meet Stephane, a Youth Mentor with OSCAR. ❤️

Stephane Stephane Spiteri is sharing something close to his heart this month— the importance of blood donation.

For people living with sickle cell, blood transfusions can be a vital part of their care, especially during painful crises. The right blood can provide essential support when someone needs it most.

Stephane said, “I’m able to donate blood because I have the Ro blood type, which can be a particularly valuable match for people with sickle cell.

That’s why I’m encouraging anyone who is able to donate to consider doing so.

You never know whose life you could be helping. Your donation might be there for someone during one of the most difficult moments of their life — giving them the support they need to get through it.

It takes a little of your time, but for someone else, it could mean everything”.

If you can donate, please consider giving blood. ❤️

08/09/2026

Meet Fatoumata-A young warrior sharing her brief experiences living with Sickle Cell 💕

03/09/2026

🎓💙 Back to Education this Sickle Cell Awareness Month

Going back to education is a big step — and living with sickle cell should not stop young people from chasing their dreams. 🌟

Pain, fatigue, hospital appointments, and complications can affect attendance, concentration, learning and wellbeing. Symptoms can vary from one young person to another and may not always be visible or predictable.

💙 The right support can make a difference

In England, Section 100 of the Children and Families Act 2014, alongside the Equality Act 2010, provides important duties and protections relating to supporting pupils with medical conditions and making reasonable adjustments where appropriate.

Education settings should work in partnership with young people, parents and carers, and health professionals to:

* 📚 Understand how sickle cell can affect each individual young person.
* 📝 Develop and regularly review an appropriate Health Care Plan (HCP) with carer/parent input.
* 💧 Put preventative measures and reasonable adjustments in place to support attendance, participation, and learning.
* 🚨 Ensure staff know what to do if a young person becomes unwell or experiences a medical emergency.
* 🗣️ Create a safe environment where CYP can share concerns about their health, treatment, attendance, or education.
* Young people with the right support, they can build confidence, develop resilience, and continue to pursue their goals.

🌟 Every young person deserves the opportunity to learn, thrive and achieve.

Let’s work together to make education settings more informed, inclusive, and supportive for children and young people living with Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia (S**T). 💙

📖 For more information, visit our resources page at www.oscarbirmingham.org.uk and download our comprehensive partnership guide to best practice in supporting children and young people with S**T in education settings.

01/09/2026

Sickle Cell

Key awareness messages:

* 🩸 Sickle cell is inherited—it is not contagious.

* 👶 Around 300 babies are born with sickle cell disease each year in the UK.

* 🔥 Pain crises — sudden, sometimes severe pain, often affecting the bones, chest, abdomen, arms or legs.

* 🩸 Around 18,500 people in the UK are living with sickle cell disease.

* 🩸 Anaemia — tiredness, weakness, dizziness, or shortness of breath because red blood cells break down more quickly.

* ❤️ People living with sickle cell can lead fulfilling lives with appropriate care and support.

* 💊 Regular treatment and medical monitoring can help prevent complications.

* 🩸 Around 250 blood donations are needed every day to treat people with sickle cell — about 91,000 donations a year.

* 🤝 Pain experienced during a sickle cell crisis is real and can be severe. Compassion and prompt medical care matter.

* 🧬 Genetic and newborn screening can help identify sickle cell early and support informed healthcare decisions.

* 📚 Raising awareness helps reduce stigma and improves understanding in schools, workplaces, healthcare settings, and communities.

Get to know about Sickle Cell this month. Opportunity to learn, share accurate information, and support people affected by the condition.

24/08/2026

💨 Week 3 fast approached and everyone really enjoyed the Healthy Eating and Resin art workshop, a day at Dudley Zoo and Castle and ended it with exploring RAF Cosford Museum! 🛩️

Looking forward to the final week of the summer programme 🤗

08/08/2026

A great day out at Jamaica Festival 0121 raising awareness of Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia to the wider public.

Well done to the team Community Connexions for organising and bringing together a collaboration of health and community partners 👌🏾

Address

OSCAR Birmingham, 22 Regent Place, The Jewellery Quarter
Birmingham
B13NJ

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 5pm
Thursday	9:30am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 2pm

Telephone

+44 121 212 9209

Website

http://www.oscarbirmingham.org.uk/

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