Free Sickle Cell
Trait Screenings
Michelle's House is scheduling
appointments effective immediately.
Our Mission
At Michelle's House, home of the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Connecticut (SCDAA.CT), we embrace prevention strategies to enhance the quality of life and well-being of the community affected by sickle cell disease (SCD), traits and related conditions and provide individuals and families with critical education and access to support services through
partnerships and advocacy.
MARAC Advisory: COVID-19 and Sickle Cell Disease
1 out of 10 African Americans and 1 out of 25 Hispanics carry the sickle cell trait
Michelle's House is offering FREE screenings for sickle
cell trait.
Our Vision
To enhance all aspects of the quality of life of the sickle cell community inclusive of finding a cure!
Recent state data shows
a 17% increase in the number
of babies born with the sickle cell trait (SCT).
National annual percentage of students that repeat a grade: 4.5% without SCD, up to 40% with SCD.
In Connecticut, nearly 40,000 residents carry the sickle cell trait (SCT).
EVERY DOLLAR MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Help create hope within the Sickle Cell Disease Community.
Contact Us
Michelle's House is the first Sickle Cell Disease Community Center in Connecticut. We're here to help you and your family navigate the challenges associated with SCD and/or SCT. Please reach out to one of our staff members for more information.
SCDAA.CT | Michelle's House
1389 Chapel St., New Haven, CT 06511
Main Office: 203-859-5355
Our Services
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Public Awareness Program
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Hours
Monday 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Tuesday 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Wednesday 9:00am -5:00pm
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Thursday 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm
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