It was over tea with Sapna Didi that we were talking about Thalassaemia and how little people knew about it. As we talked, we realized that something needed to be done about it, and that we could do something about it ourselves. This is how We Care Trust was founded ten years ago.

When we started, we had practically no money but a lot of enthusiasm, passion and faith that we would find the support for our cause. It was a labour of love of all the trustees and members who came forward to contribute in their own unique ways.
 

We started by conducting Thalassaemia Awareness Programmes in schools and colleges and later by orgainizing awareness camps at various location such as housing societies and parks.

As the supporters came forward, we started testing and counseling facilities at our Centre. Today our activities include free blood tests for those who wish to determine whether they are carriers. We council parents who have thalassaemia Major children Our councillor also advise couple intending to have children and those who have recently discovered they are carriers. Our Mobile Van equipped with audio/visual facility, is a unique way in spreading awareness.



 



In the near future, we may be able to set up our own Variant Machine for the mass screening programme. All this has been made possible by generous donors, active volunteers and highly spirited individuals who believe in our cause.

The Government considers Thalassaemia a minor illness and does not necessarily fund the entire expense of the treatment for Thalassaemia Major Children. We try and provide medical care by way of Desferal, Kelfer, Filters, Infusion Pumps etc.

With Aids and Hepatitis rampant, blood transfusion is a risky affair even though BMC hospitals are providing blood, free of cost to Thalassaemics In this scenario, we hope to work towards creating a Day Care Centre that will provide safe blood transfusion, chelation support and a friendly environment. This can only become possible if we have your support and active involvement.

On behalf of We Care Trust, I wish to express our deepest gratitude for giving a new lease of life to the Thalassaemics and making our journey so meaningful.