L.D. Barksdale Sickle Cell Foundation

L.D. Barksdale Sickle Cell Foundation Improving the quality of life and care for individuals and families impacted by Sickle Cell Anemia.

Giving creates opportunities that last.Support can come through donations, volunteering, partnerships or simply spreadin...
05/28/2026

Giving creates opportunities that last.

Support can come through donations, volunteering, partnerships or simply spreading awareness. Every contribution helps strengthen programs and serve families impacted by sickle cell. Generosity creates resources, hope and momentum. Possibility grows when communities invest in one another.

Listening can be life-changing.Too many women experience delayed care or dismissed symptoms. Women deserve providers who...
05/22/2026

Listening can be life-changing.

Too many women experience delayed care or dismissed symptoms. Women deserve providers who listen carefully and respond appropriately. Compassionate, informed care should be the standard. We advocate for healthcare experiences rooted in dignity.

Knowing your numbers is knowing your health.Blood pressure can offer valuable insight into your overall wellness. Monito...
05/17/2026

Knowing your numbers is knowing your health.

Blood pressure can offer valuable insight into your overall wellness. Monitoring it regularly supports prevention and healthier long-term outcomes. Many serious issues can be managed earlier through awareness. A quick check today can matter tomorrow.

Strength is often found in hard places.Hospitals can hold fear, hope, resilience and healing all at once. Patients, care...
05/13/2026

Strength is often found in hard places.

Hospitals can hold fear, hope, resilience and healing all at once. Patients, caregivers and healthcare teams show courage there every single day. Difficult moments often reveal incredible strength.

We’d like to wish our friends at and a happy hospital week! We honor everyone walking those halls with determination, thank you for all you do!

Some of the strongest battles are fought quietly.Many mothers carry emotional, physical and financial burdens while cari...
05/10/2026

Some of the strongest battles are fought quietly.

Many mothers carry emotional, physical and financial burdens while caring for loved ones. They show up through appointments, sleepless nights and uncertain days. Their resilience deserves recognition and gratitude. Today, we celebrate every mother carrying more than most realize.

Knowing the risks helps families stay prepared.Some individuals living with sickle cell may face a higher risk of stroke...
05/08/2026

Knowing the risks helps families stay prepared.

Some individuals living with sickle cell may face a higher risk of stroke. That is why awareness, screenings and regular care are so important. Recognizing symptoms quickly can save valuable time. Informed families are empowered families.

Invisible struggles deserve visible support.Managing sickle cell can impact emotional wellness just as much as physical ...
05/07/2026

Invisible struggles deserve visible support.

Managing sickle cell can impact emotional wellness just as much as physical health. Stress, uncertainty and pain can weigh heavily over time. Mental health support should be part of the conversation, not an afterthought. Warriors deserve care for the whole person.

Care leaves a lasting impact.Every warrior’s journey often includes someone in scrubs who made them feel safer. Nurses p...
05/07/2026

Care leaves a lasting impact.

Every warrior’s journey often includes someone in scrubs who made them feel safer. Nurses provide comfort, advocacy and encouragement during difficult moments. Their compassion can shape a patient’s experience in powerful ways. Today, we celebrate those who cared deeply.

Support can look different for everyone, but it often starts with understanding.Living with sickle cell disease comes wi...
04/22/2026

Support can look different for everyone, but it often starts with understanding.

Living with sickle cell disease comes with physical, emotional and mental challenges that aren’t always visible.

Listening, learning and showing up consistently can make a meaningful difference for someone navigating their journey.

Every patient has the right to be informed, respected and involved in their care.Understanding your healthcare rights ca...
04/20/2026

Every patient has the right to be informed, respected and involved in their care.

Understanding your healthcare rights can help you ask better questions, make confident decisions and advocate for yourself in medical spaces.

Your voice matters in every appointment, every conversation and every step of your care journey.

Address

645 South Church Street
Spartanburg, SC
29306

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+18645829420

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