Services We Provide
The New York State Sickle Cell Advocacy Network, Inc. (NYSSCAN) is a 501 (c)(3) non-for-profit broad-based community organization conveniently located at 207-08 Hollis Avenue, Queens Village, NY 11429; one short block from Francis Lewis Boulevard. The Center is very accessible by public transportation and is open Monday through Friday; and on Saturday, by appointment only. While the published hours are 9 AM to 5 PM, the director and volunteers are often in the center until 7 PM, even 9 PM for support group meetings or if clients are in need of services.
For over three decades, NYSSCAN has been providing an array of support services and programs to children, caregivers, families, and individuals affected with sickle cell disease, thalassemia, and the trait in the Tristate and Metropolitan areas. All of our services are provided FREE OF CHARGE.
We Can Help With:
Information about sickle cell disease, thalassemia, and the trait
Referrals to hospitals and other healthcare facilities
Referrals and linkages with governmental agencies, community organizations, immigration, and legal services
Hospital/Home visits
Advocacy for patients between their hospitals and providers
Help to sponsor a child for summer camp/respite care
Referrals to family or individual consultation and counseling
Entitlements: SSA, SSI, Medicaid, SNAP (formerly Food Stamps), and other governmental programs
Referral to GED, College, 504/IDEA, job readiness, technical training, life skills, and enrichment programs
Assistance to families in need
Family financial assistance (when funds are available)
The prescription financial assistance program
Clothing assistance
Goods and services