2020 - SEA by My Friend Jen

Supporting Sickle Cell In Birmingham

The team at OSCAR Birmingham put in an amazing effort to prepare, pack and distribute treats and care packages across Birmingham bringing joy and smiles to children, families and adults during the festive period.

In And Out Of Hospital During The Covid Pandemic

Chandelle in hospital during the Covid-19 Pandemic

I started to hate myself and who I was. I just wanted to be normal for once and pain free. I felt like less of a woman. I wasn’t able to care for my children let alone myself. I was ready to give up on myself and everything altogether.

Working from home with Sickle Cell

Whitney Joseph My Friend Jen Contributor

never in a million years did I envision a time where my entire office would all be working from home for an extended (and what feels like an indefinite) period of time.

Surviving COVID-19: The Story Of A Sickle Cell Goddess

She is a Philanthropist and humanitarian as well as an International Cake Artist and a single mum of 4 Kids. She calls herself ‘The Sickle Cell Goddess’ due to her selfless humanitarian works in her community and this is her story of surviving COVID-19.

Black Ballad

Award winning author Jenica Leah shared some insight into her lockdown experience and how she feels about going out now restrictions have been lifted.

Black Business Series with My Friend Jen

Jenica Leah joined podcast host Sanyu Tlks in an enlightening conversation about becoming an award winning author, setting up her publishing company and how she manages her sickle cell along side it all.

SWBH NHS Trust

COVID-19: Useful Links & Advice From SCAT Centre Birmingham We know this is an extremely worrying time for you and you will have a lot of questions. Here are some key points on COVID-19 along with useful links & advice: 1. If you develop a temperature or a new persistent cough: please contact your local team. Out […]

Year: 2020