Families dealing with Sickle Cell Disease face the challenges of the illness and the trauma of discrimination and ignorance by schools, camps and other programs.

 

To provide resources and supports for families, the Center for Children’s Advocacy partnered with Citizens for Quality Sickle Cell Care for a “Back to School” training for parents and children last evening in conjunction with Connecticut Children’s Medical Center. Justice Department attorney Vanessa Avery provided valuable information about the American’s with Disabilities Act. A training on the educational rights of children with Sickle Cell Disease and a corresponding Informational guide were developed for the event. The guide is attached as well as the Center’s new guide on helping parents advocate for their children in the school setting.

 

If you would like additional information or if your agency would be interested in a training on the American’s with Disabilities Act please contact  [log in to unmask].

 

Bonnie

 

Bonnie B. Roswig

Senior Staff Attorney

Medical/Legal Partnership Project

Center for Children’s Advocacy

(860) 545-8581

 

 


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