About Us
Our Mission
The Southeast Alabama Sickle Cell Association, Inc. (SEASCA) is a nonprofit organization supported by state funds and private donations. The association was established in 1974 and incorporated June 18, 1975 in Lee County, Alabama. The corporation was established to provide services related to sickle cell anemia in Southeast Alabama. The corporation's Articles of Incorporation and By-laws provide for the management of its' affairs by a Board of Directors.
Our MissionTo stimulate and develop awareness concerning sickle cell hemoglobinopathies, thereby promoting positive healthy attitudes concerning sickle cell testing, counseling and education.
To direct persons who are at risk for sickle cell disease to the proper screening and diagnostic center.
To provide specific counseling and education for persons found to have sickle cell trait, sickle cell anemia and/or related hemoglobinopathies.
To provide a common environment for the discussion of sickle cell problems, as they relate to family activity, education, social problems of the affected person and his family.
Board of Directors
Mr. Willie L. Strain, President
Mr. George Tabb, Treasurer
Ms. Ruth Hunter, Vice-President
Mr. John S. Pulliam, Assistant Secretary
Dr. Robin Bynum, Member
Ms. Linda Garrett, Member
Dr. Shelby B. Powell, Member
Ms. Rosetta Smith, Member
Mr. James Aarington, Member
Staff
Dr. Shelby B Powell, Interim Executive Director
Janie Cowan, Administrative Assistant
Jerome Johnson, Accountant/Bookkeeper
Wendy Boykin, Communications Consultant
Counties We Serve