Talk to a Parent Who
Understands
Receiving a Down Syndrome diagnosis or navigating a new stage in your child's life can bring questions, uncertainty, and many different emotions.
You do not have to figure it out alone.
CMDSS can connect you with a parent who has faced similar questions, understands what this journey can feel like, and is ready to listen.
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You Are Not Alone
It's okay to have questions. It's okay not to know what to ask. There is not "right" way to feel. We're here whenever you're ready.
Talk about anything.
No judgement. Just Support.
Free and confidential
From a parent who gets it.
What Can We Talk About
A prenatal or recent diagnosis
Feeding and early medical care
Childcare, preschool, and school
Siblings and family relationships
Everyday family life
Preparing for your baby's arrival
Medicaid and insurance
IEPs and educational support
Social activities and CMDSS programs
I mainly need someone to listen
Hospital and newborn experiences
Early intervention and therapies
Speech and communication
Adolescence and adulthood
Other questions or concerns
Every child and every family is different. We'll do our best to connect you with a parent whose experiences relate to your current questions.
How It Works
Tell Us About You
Complete a short, private form. Share only what you're comfortable sharing.
We Find a Match
A CMDSS team member will connect you with a parent whose experience may be helpful.
A Parent Reaches Out
Choose how you would like to connect by phone, text, mail, video call, or in person when available.
A Community That Understands
CMDSS is a parent-driven organization serving families throughout Central Mississippi. Our parent volunteers have personal experience raising a child with Down syndrome and understand that every family's story is unique.
They are here to listen, share what they've learned, offer encouragement, and remind you that support is avialable.