About Down Syndrome
Down syndrome is a genetic condition resulting from the presence of all or a partial extra copy of chromosome 21 – individuals with Down syndrome have 47 instead of the usual 46 chromosomes. This additional genetic material alters development and causes the physical characteristics associated with Down syndrome. …more
New & Expectant Parents
You can count on the Up Side of Downs to be supportive, informative and there for your family. As we grow as a community, we hope you will be involved in our many activities and services. Families take great comfort in sharing and talking with other families, and the USOD is proud to make these connections happen. …more
Support Groups
One of the best ways to meet other parents is to get involved with the Up Side of Downs Family Support Groups. These groups can provide you with an excellent forum for sharing your feelings and concerns as a new parent, and an opportunity to learn from the experiences of others who have been in your shoes. …more
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4Karaoke at Toth's Place
Starts: 6:00 pm
Ends: December 4, 2019 - 9:00 pm
Location: Toth's Place, 6966 Heisley Rd Mentor, OH 44060
Description: Adults with Down syndrome are invited for a night of fun & friendship.
$5 per person includes dinner.
For more info, contact Rae at 440.944.8852 or kinnaird2@sbcglobal.net. DADS Group
Starts: 7:00 pm
Ends: December 4, 2019 - 9:00 pm
Location: Maya Restaurant, 368 W Bagley Rd, Berea, OH 44017, USA
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8USOD Holiday Party
Starts: 11:30 am
Ends: December 8, 2019 - 3:00 pm
Location: Holiday Inn Cleveland-S Independence, 6001 Rockside Rd, Independence, OH 44131, USA
| 9Grandparent's Support Group
Starts: 10:00 am
Ends: December 9, 2019 - 11:30 am
Location: USOD Office, 6533-B Brecksville Road, Independence, OH 44131
| 10 | 11Medina Parent's Night Out
Starts: 7:00 pm
Ends: December 11, 2019 - 9:00 pm
Location: TWIISTED Burgers & Sushi, 985 Boardman Alley, Medina, OH 44256, USA
Description: Take a night off from the kids and meet up with USOD parents to share ideas over coffee. Text your RSVP to Kelly at 330.416.3776 or kelly@twiisted.com.
| 12 | 13Independence Moms Night Out
Starts: 7:00 pm
Ends: December 13, 2019 - 9:00 pm
Location: Panera Bread, 6700 Rockside Rd, Independence, OH 44131, USA
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| 15 | 16Westside Baby & Toddler Play Group
Starts: 6:30 pm
Ends: December 16, 2019 - 8:30 pm
Location: North Olmsted Library, 27403 Lorain Rd, N Olmsted, OH 44070
| 17 | 18 | 19East Side Baby & Toddler Play Group
Starts: 6:30 pm
Ends: December 19, 2019 - 8:30 pm
Location: Mayfield Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library, 500 Som Center Rd, Mayfield, OH 44143, USA
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