Down Syndrome

Information

Association for Children with Down Syndrome
        "ACDS is a parent founded early intervention program whose basic premise is that early intervention is critical in the lives of children with Down syndrome. Continued family support and ongoing services for the child are necessary for maximizing each child's ability to become a functioning and contributing member of society."

National Association for Down Syndrome (NADS) 
     "National  Association for Down Syndrome (NADS), a not-for-profit organization, was founded in Chicago in 1961 by parents of children with Down syndrome who felt a need to create a better environment and bring about understanding and acceptance of people with Down syndrome."

National Down Syndrome Society 
     "Through education, research and advocacy, the National Down Syndrome Society works to ensure that all people with Down syndrome have the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential"

Resource Centers

Down Syndrome Research Foundation and Resource Centre

    "Located in Vancouver, BC, the Down Syndrome Research Foundation is dedicated to improving life for people with Down syndrome through research, education and services."

Down Syndrome Resource League

    Goals:

• "To encourage and support parents of children with Down syndrome

• To develop a better public understanding of Down syndrome
• To promote full participation of people with Down syndrome in all aspects of community life
• To serve as a resource center for accurate information about Down syndrome"

Internet Resources for Special Children (IRSC)

    "Welcome to the Internet Resources for Special Children (IRSC) web site. The IRSC web site is dedicated to communicating information relating to the needs of children with disABILITIES on a global basis"

Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress

    "The Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress (MDSC), established in 1983, is a non-profit organization made up of parents, professionals and anyone interested in gaining a better understanding of Down syndrome."

Other Links

Literature

ATRC