We're a lot like you.

Central Mississippi Down Syndrome Society is dedicated to the health, awareness, and acceptance of Mississippians with Down syndrome.

Supporting more than 350 families in Central Mississippi

New diagnosis? You're not alone.

Central Mississippi Down Syndrome Society is dedicated to the health, awareness, and acceptance of Mississippians with Down syndrome.

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Start Here

Award-winning guide with answers to immediate questions and parent testimonials.

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Mississippi Medicaid

Don't pay hospital bills until you learn your insurance options. We can help.

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Talk to Parents

Connect with CMDSS families who have similar experiences and can offer additional support.

How We Help

CMDSS provides comprehensive support services for Central Mississippi families through programs, resources, and community connections.

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Buddy Center

Community center in Ridgeland providing resources and programming for people with Down syndrome and their families.

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Buddy Blend Coffee

Skills for life program where adults with Down syndrome learn job skills through coffee packaging.

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Events and Programs

Annual Buddy Walk, Moms & Dads Night Out, and community events that bring families together.

Grants

Teacher grants for classroom education for individuals with Down syndrome.

Scholarships

Education and educational scholarships for individuals with Down syndrome.

Awareness Calendar

Beautiful full-color calendar featuring local adults and children with Down syndrome.

Opening Hearts, Changing Minds

One of our greatest resources is our community of parents and families. We're helping to share their collective wisdom.

  • Asher Baucom

    My wife, K'Anna, and I are parents to Bren, Asher and Ella. Asher has Down syndrome, a diagnosis that has changed how we see special needs.

  • Brady Bennett

    In September of 2003, our only son was welcomed into our family. It only took a few minutes after birth that the Doctor diagnosed...

  • Kate Cox

    God brought our Kate, also known as Katie-bug, into our lives on December 20, 2011! We were informed that there was a possibility that she may...

350+

Families Supported
Across Central Mississippi

1000+

Buddy Walk Participants
Annual awareness event

Award-Winning

Parent Guide
Recognized resource
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