National Resources
National Organizations
Global Down Syndrome Foundation
globaldownsyndrome.org
National Academy for Child Development (NACD)
nacd.org
1-801-621-8606
National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC)
ndsccenter.org
1-800-232-NDSC (6372)
National Down Syndrome Society
1-800-221-4602
ndss.org
Additional Websites
Down Syndrome: Health Issues
Created by Len Leshin, M.D., pediatrician and father of a son with Down syndrome. It contains great information on health-related issues faced by children with Down syndrome.
National Challenged Homeschoolers Associated Network (NATHHAN)
NATHHAN’s purpose is to provide support and information for homeschooling families with special needs children.
Reece’s Rainbow
Reece’s Rainbow advocates and finds families for orphans with Down syndrome and other special needs by raising funds for adoption grants and promoting awareness through an online community.
National Down Syndrome Adoption Network
Provides information to birth families who may be seeking alternatives to parenting as they prepare for the arrival of their child.
Jack’s Basket
Provides new and expectant parents i resources and avenues of support within the community. They aim to educate medical providers on how to discuss the diagnosis in an unbiased way in hopes that having a baby with Down syndrome is celebrated like any other.
