December 7, 2022

PLEASE HELP US SUSTAIN OUR PROGRAMMING:

  • Supporting 46 hospitals with Congratulations Baskets that are shipped to the home.
  • Answering and assisting Calls and Emails from all across the world.
  • Providing Support and Resources to parents, siblings, grandparents and caregivers.
  • Bereavement support.
  • Offering quarterly “More Than Down Syndrome” workshops for families with dual diagnosis.
  • Bi-weekly “Self Advocates In Action" sessions for teen and adults with Down syndrome.
  • Monthly Connection Calls in both English and Spanish for families who want to be in contact with other parents and professionals.
  • Complimentary Outreach Presentations by trained parents and Self-Advocate speakers.
  • Providing Continuing Education to Hospitals, Educators and others interested in the Down syndrome community.
  • Printed Materials in English and Spanish and website translations in 10 different languages.
  • Hosting Events to celebrate the community.
  • Showcasing our community by celebrating and supporting Down syndrome awareness by offering our annual Yard Signs, Merchandise, and Apparel.



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Do You Know Someone Diagnosed with

BOTH Down Syndrome and Autism?

You won't want to miss our upcoming virtual


More Than Down Syndrome Workshop

January 21, 2023

More details to follow soon!

Let us feature YOU!

Send your pics to [email protected]

🥊 Thank You Coach Angel!! 🥊

We had a great time learning all the boxing moves!!! 

It was a nice way to exercise and Coach Angel kept us all going the entire time! 


If your interested in learning more, check out Angel's Boxing Academy here: angelsboxingacademy.com

Up Next...

Holiday Trivia

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Wednesday, December 14

7-8 pm (Central)

Interested in joining the SAIA Group?

Sign up HERE!!

Down Syndrome Stories in the News

Never-ending hope: Worcester author pens book of inspiration for Down syndrome parents

WORCESTER - What's the best gift for a family friend with a special needs child? To Worcester resident Jeff Cammuso, it's hope.

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Brave and beautiful: Teen model with Down syndrome spreads message to believe in yourself

At this year's Fashion Art Toronto event there was a lot of buzz about one young model in particular. Monika Myers became the first with Down syndrome to rock the runway.

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For the last 60 years, NADS has been a leader in the Down syndrome community. Please consider helping us carry out our mission: "To ensure that all persons with Down syndrome have the opportunity to achieve their full potential in all aspects of community life."

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