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Down syndrome is a genetic condition that occurs in approximately one of every 800 to 1,000 live births. It affects
people of all ages, races and economic levels and is the most frequently occurring chromosomal abnormality. It
occurs when three, rather than two, number 21 chromosomes are present in each cell of the body. Instead of the
usual 46 chromosomes, a person with Down syndrome has 47. It is this additional genetic material that alters the
course of development and causes the characteristics associated with the syndrome. Down syndrome affects over 350,000
people in the United States alone. Recent advances in our understanding of Down syndrome have resulted in dramatic
improvements in the life span and potential of those who are affected.
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National Down Syndrome Society
A national advocate for the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.
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National Association for Down Syndrome
The oldest organization in the country serving individuals with Down syndrome, and their families. Primarily serving the Chicago metropolitan area.
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Talk Tools
A source for user-friendly
products and resources for oral placement therapy, sensory, feeding therapy, and the popular brand TalkTools®.
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Coordinated Movements
Specializing in pediatric Occupational, Physical, and Speech Language Therapy.
Serving Southern Maryland.
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Special Olympics Maryland
Year-round sports training
and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for persons eight years of age and older with intellectual
disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience
joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes,
and the community.
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Signing Time
Baby Sign Language & ASL Baby Sign Language Learning Tools.
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Woodbine House
Your trusted source for books
on disabilities.
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Kennedy Kreiger Institute
Internationally recognized
institution located in Baltimore, Maryland dedicated to improving the lives of children and adolescents with pediatric
developmental disabilities through patient care, special education, research, and professional training.
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Down Syndrome Health Issues
Medical Essays and Information
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Down Syndrome for Parents
A resource for those who love
someone with Down syndrome.
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Link for New or expectant parents
Link from the National Down Syndrome Society for New and Expectant Parents.
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Charles County
Infants and toddlers program
June Castro. (301) 609-6808
Calvert County
Infants and toddlers program.
Mon-Fri 8.00am - 3.30pm (410) 414-7034
St. Marys County
Infants and toddlers program
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What is the Buddy Walk?
The Buddy Walk is a multi-city advocacy walk in which people with Down syndrome invite “buddies” to walk with them.
The goal of the BUDDY WALK is to celebrate National Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October, and promote acceptance
and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. Nationally, the BUDDY WALK raises more than $8.5 million.
Funds are raised through corporate sponsorship and walkers’ pledges in our local walk and walks around the country.
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BUDDY WALK
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Thank you to our 2010 Supporters and Participants. |
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- A multi-city advocacy walk in which people with
Down syndrome invite "buddies" to walk with them.
- The goal of the Buddy Walk is to celebrate National Down Syndrome Awareness month in October and promote acceptance
and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.
- Funds raised through corporate sponsorship and walkers' pledges raise more than $8.5 million nationally.
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CONTACT US
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Angels Forever Up!
PO Box 868
Waldorf Md 20604
(240) 412-1922
Contact Us Via Email
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Charles County
Infants and toddlers program
June Castro. (301) 609-6808
Calvert County
Infants and toddlers program.
Mon-Fri 8.00am - 3.30pm (410) 414-7034
St. Marys County
Infants and toddlers program
(301) 475-4393
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