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The Sickle Cell Association of New Jersey (SCANJ). State chapter of the SCDAA Mary Bentley LaMar, Founder & Executive Director. Wilson, Board Member at Large

The Sickle Cell Association of New Jersey (SCANJ) is a 501c3 community based agency that assists the sickle cell community with non - medical needs such as, support groups, transition, education, access to research, resource sharing, family follow up and other programs that improve their quality of life. Since our founding in September of 2009, SCANJ has initiated the New Jersey Sickle Cell Poster Child/Teen Spokesperson Program and assisted families affected by sickle cell disease with emergency social services. SCANJ has educated and raised awareness through its website, www.sicklecellnewjersey.org, newsletters, brochures, media appearances, road trips, workshops, seminars and special events. Recognized by the State of New Jersey Health and Senior Services for best practices for its Chronic Disease Self Management Workshops, SCANJ is noted for excellence in programming. SCANJ is here to help, advocate and educate in the fight against sickle cell disease. SCANJ is the New Jersey chapter of the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America (SCDAA). Dr. Ansley LaMar, President
Vallerie Cleveland, Treasurer
Beverly Lucas, Secretary
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11/03/2026

Dear Community Partners,

Unified Vailsburg Services Organization invites your support in connecting students to The Trailblaze Summit for Young Professionals, a free UVSO program presented in collaboration with Queen Corps Charm School.

Thursday, November 5, 2026 | Noon–4 PM
1033 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ 07106

With Newark Public Schools closed that day, the summit offers a meaningful opportunity for young people to build confidence and prepare for school, college, interviews, and the workplace. Workshops will cover first impressions, professional presentation, public speaking, and adapting to change.

The program welcomes students in eighth grade, high school, college, trade school, or entering the workforce.

We’re asking schools, youth-serving organizations, faith communities, and neighborhood partners to share the attached flyer, refer students, and encourage families to register. If your organization would like to coordinate participation, please reply so we can discuss arrangements.

Reserve a seat: https://bio.site/TheTEDucatorInc
Program inquiries: (732) 993-8550
[email protected]

We appreciate you helping us bring this opportunity to young people throughout Vailsburg and Newark.

11/03/2026

We are making an impact!

The Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia is helping amplify the voices of sickle cell warriors both in Georgia and around the country.

ABC News recently featured Georgia sickle cell warrior Marcus McGhee and SCFG CEO Dr. Tabatha McGee in a national news story highlighting concerns about CDC staffing cuts and their potential impact on critical sickle cell data collection programs.

The story underscores why accurate patient data is essential to connecting sickle cell warriors with the specialized care they need.

This is an important story for our entire sickle cell community!

More than a year after cutting 30% of its workforce and disrupting dozens of public health programs, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is lagging in hiring.

10/21/2026

💗 SPONSOR A SMILE THIS THANKSGIVING! 💗

The Sickle Cell Association of New Jersey (SCANJ) is proud to share this special care package drive by Love for Sickle Cell Kids! 🩷

This holiday season, let’s come together to bring comfort, encouragement, and joy to children living with sickle cell disease. 🧸🎁

Love for Sickle Cell Kids is collecting age-appropriate items to create care packages for pediatric sickle cell patients at the Rutgers Pediatric Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center in New Brunswick, NJ.

✨ Here’s how you can help:
🛍️ Donate supplies from their Amazon wishlist.
💝 Sponsor a care package with a monetary donation.
🧸 Give blankets, socks, stuffed animals, coloring books, puzzles, and other kid-friendly items.

Every contribution, big or small, can help brighten a child’s Thanksgiving and remind them that they are loved and supported! ❤️

📅 Donations are needed before Thanksgiving 2026.

Let’s spread love, lift spirits, and put more smiles on the faces of our young sickle cell warriors! Please share this flyer and help spread the word. 💗

09/24/2026

When one person is affected, we are all called to care. Let’s stop looking at Sickle Cell as someone else’s struggle. Let’s recognize the family behind the diagnosis. Let’s recognize the community behind the family.
We need compassionate healthcare providers, informed educators, supportive employers, understanding families, strong communities, researchers, advocates, and people willing to listen without judgment, because no one should to fight Sickle Cell alone. ❤️
Before today, did you realize Sickle Cell Disease affects more than the person diagnosed?

09/20/2026

❤️💛 Awareness. Compassion. Action.

What an incredible day at the 5K Color Run in Trenton, New Jersey, hosted by the Top Ladies of Distinction! The energy was beautiful, the community was strong, and the mission was bigger than the run.

Everyone who came out had the opportunity to learn more about sickle cell disease, the challenges faced by those living with it, and the importance of standing together in this fight.

Sickle cell disease affects millions worldwide, but it does not define Sickle Cell Warriors. Every person who took the time to listen, ask questions, share information, or offer support became part of something greater than themselves.

Because behind every diagnosis is a person. Behind every crisis is a family. Behind every warrior is a story of strength, courage, and hope.

The fight against sickle cell disease needs more than awareness. It needs compassion, action, research, blood donors, and communities willing to show up.

To the Top Ladies of Distinction, thank you for creating a space where education meets empowerment. To all the partners and everyone who participated, thank you for showing that when we come together, we can make a difference.

We run for awareness. We stand for our warriors. We give hope to the fight. Together, we can shine a light on sickle cell disease. ❤️💛

09/11/2026

🇺🇸 REMEMBERING 9/11 — NEVER FORGET 🕊️

Today, the Sickle Cell Association of New Jersey (SCANJ) pauses to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to honor the brave first responders, service members, and everyday heroes who showed extraordinary courage.

We remember the families whose lives were forever changed.
We remember the strength that emerged from tragedy.
We remember the unity that brought communities together.

In Remembrance.
In Gratitude.
In Unity.

May we continue to carry forward the values of compassion, courage, kindness, and community—and never forget those whose lives and sacrifices continue to shape our world.

🕊️ Their lives mattered. Their courage mattered. Their legacy lives on.

With remembrance and gratitude,
The Sickle Cell Association of New Jersey, Inc. (SCANJ)

🌐 www.sicklecellnewjersey.org

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PO Box 9501
Newark, NJ
07104

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19734829070

Website

http://www.sicklecellnewjersey.org/

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