Scope of organisation

Description

Our Foundation informs and accompanies those affected by severe blood diseases as well as their families and relatives and is available with advice and support. No one should have to go down the path of stem cell disease alone. The SFK informs patients and the public about the possibilities, limits and technical means of stem cell or bone marrow transplantation, which confronts those affected with a profound decision, raises hopes, but also raises fears. Instead of knowledge, there are still misconceptions with unfounded fears – but also premature hopes. Support groups are safe places to share fears and frustrations, as well as ask questions without feeling judged or misunderstood. Participants in a support group can understand their experiences in ways that others may not know.

The SFK offers participation in self-help groups for leukaemias, myelodysplastic syndromes, multiple myeloma/plasmacytoma and lymphomas.

Our organisation also supports research projects in the field of stem cell diseases and awards the SFK Research Prize every two years.

Support services offered and available resources