Support

The Bleeding Disorders Association of South Carolina’s “CARE PROGRAM” exists to support and empower women and girls who are affected by a bleeding disorders whether they have been diagnosed as having a bleeding disorder, are a caretaker of someone with a bleeding disorder; child or spouse/significant other, brother or sister, or they themselves are carriers of a genetic bleeding disorder. The objectives of the program include but are not limited to:

• Empower and equip women with knowledge and support by learning from others with shared practical knowledge from personal experiences in a safe, warm, and inviting atmosphere activity.
• Helping to facilitate conversations on issues relating to being affected by a bleeding disorder and working within the group to find practical solutions for their everyday life situations.
• Gain knowledge from participants and guest speakers about bleeding disorders and how to manage them in particular ways.
• Empower women and girls to obtain the best medical care and supportive services and resources.
• Build bonding relationships for future advocacy needs, support, and friendships.
• Help to facilitate and increase knowledge and awareness about the symptoms and treatment of bleeding disorders and share ways to encourage more awareness to the general public and healthcare professionals.