The Hemophilia Foundation of Nevada is a nonprofit consumer advocacy and service organization founded in 1990 to help meet the vast education and support needs of the bleeding disorders community in Nevada.
Our Mission Statement:
"To improve the quality of care and life for persons with inherited bleeding disorders, including hemophilia and von Willebrand's Disease, through education, peer support, and advocacyl".
Our services are state-wide and include:
Education
Disseminate information on inherited bleeding disorders and their complications, including hepatitis and HIV/AIDS, to consumers, health care providers and the public.
Sponsor seminars on inherited bleeding disorders and their complications.
Publish a newsletter, "Hemophilia Foundation News and Views".
Maintain a large Library of brochures, books, articles, videos and audio tapes
Peer Support
Host picnics and social events.
Telephone Support Network
Resources/Referral
Maintain listings for specialized hemophilia care and emergency clotting factor acquisition
Sponsor youth to Hemophilia Camps.
Financial reimbursement guidance.
Consumer advocacy.
Support comprehensive hemophilia care in Nevada