Support Resource Directory Down Syndrome General Information
General Information
Down Syndrome Online
Down Syndrome Online offers comprehensive information about Down syndrome, including articles, books and scientific papers. Down Syndrome Online is published by Down Syndrome Education International, a leading research and information organisation. Publications currently available include: Articles from the journal Down Syndrome Research and Practice Books in the Down Syndrome Issues and Information series New information is regularly added.
Down Syndrome Research Foundation & Resource Center
Located in Vancouver, BC, the Down Syndrome Research Foundation & Resource Center is dedicated to improving life for people with Down syndrome through research, education and services.
J. P. Das Developmental Disabilities Centre
J. P. Das Developmental Disabilities Centre in Alberta, Canada has resources on developmental disabilities research, inclusive education, abuse, and resources for parents and teachers.
National Down Syndrome Society
The National Down Syndrome Society supports young researchers seeking the causes of, and answers to, many of the medical, genetic, behavioral and learning problems associated with Down syndrome; sponsors internationally renowned scientific symposia; advocates on behalf of families and individuals affected by this condition; provides information and referral services through its toll-free number; and develops educational materials, many of which are distributed free of charge.
The Association For Children with Down Syndrome
The Association For Children with Down Syndrome - ACDS is dedicated to providing lifetime resources of exceptional quality, innovation and inclusion for individuals with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities and their families! As Long Island's leading service provider for children and adults with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities, ACDS provides a continuum of year-round programs and services that include diagnostic evaluations and treatment, early intervention, day care/ nursery, preschool, special education and clinical services for children, from infancy to age 5; individualized residential services (IRA) for adults, age 21 and over; and evening and weekend recreation and socialization services for children, age 5 and over. The agency also provides nursery/day care programs in an integrated setting, with typically developing children