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Community and Internet Resources


Community: Support Groups and Disability Specific Organizations

Down Syndrome

National

Down Syndrome Information Network offers a range of information resources and online services to the international Down syndrome community. It aims to provide information and services for families, carers, professionals and researchers worldwide. They offer a very comprehensive website including information on the syndrome itself, the latest news concerning the syndrome, and links to many helpful resources and publications. For more information, visit their website.

National Association for Down Syndrome provides critical counseling and support for parents of newly diagnosed infants with Down syndrome as well as advocacy, and information and referral services. In addition, NADS sponsors conferences and educational programs for parents and professionals. Their website features a number of helpful resources, the latest news and legislative updated as well as an informative fact sheet on Down Syndrome. For more information, visit their website or call (800) 221-4602.

National Down Syndrome Congress is the national voice for state and local groups, individual members, persons with Down syndrome, and all other interested persons. It also serves as the clearinghouse on Down syndrome, offering information on the syndrome itself and all areas of concern related to persons with Down syndrome. They offer information via their Q&A web section and their toll-free hotline - (800) 232-6372.

National Down Syndrome Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing the awareness and acceptance of people with Down syndrome. They focus on education, research and advocacy by distributing timely and informative materials, encouraging and supporting the activities of local parent support groups, sponsoring conferences and scientific symposia and undertaking major systems advocacy efforts. Their website features an Advocacy Center that empowers people with Down syndrome and their families to take action on the issues that affect their lives as well as current news and events. For more information, call (800) 221-4602.

State Listings

Illinois

National Association for Down Syndrome (NADS) is the oldest not-for-profit organization in the country serving children and adults with Down syndrome and their families in Chicago, Illinois. They provide counseling and support for parents of newly diagnosed infants with Down syndrome as well as advocacy, referral and information services. In addition, NADS sponsors conferences and educational programs for parents and professionals. For more information, call (630) 325-9112.

New Jersey

New Sign Family Resources Associates Down Syndrome Support Group is a New Jersey non-profit agency located in Shrewsbury, NJ that offers services and a center for families with infants, children, adolescents and adults who are developmentally delayed or disabled. FRA's mission is to enhance the competency of the family and to strengthen the capabilities of each individual with a disability. FRA provides home-based early intervention for infants, therapeutic recreation programs and assistive technology services, along with family and sibling support groups. Their service area for home-based therapy is Monmouth County, NJ. Many of their assistive technology services are provided throughout the State of New Jersey. FRA offers services for any family with a child or family member with Down syndrome. These services include parent support, peer support, library, information, news, workshops and scholarships. To contact FRA call (732) 747-5310 or e-mail them at webmaster@familyresourceassociates.org.

Ohio

The Upside of Downs of Greater Cleveland serves the greater Cleveland area by offering support, advocacy, and resources to individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Their website features a very informative newsletter as well as a listing of resources that the center offers to its members. For more information, visit their website or call (216) 556-4021.

Wisconsin

Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin (DSAW), located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has a mission to guarantee access to a full life for all individuals with Down Syndrome, their families and friends, through support and education. They offer many programs and services in support of this mission, which include an informative newsletter, new parent information packets, parent match services, community education, special events and more. For more information, call (414) 355-1404 or e-mail info@dsaw.org.

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