Resource Referrals
NADS assists families by referring them to appropriate services and by assisting them in advocating for their children.
The following are some of the areas in which we have helped families:
Down Syndrome Information
- Facts about Down syndrome
- Books, videos, websites, and other sources of information
- Information about Down syndrome research
Early Intervention
- Information about the Illinois Early Intervention program
- Local Child and Family Connections Offices
Education
- School district information
- Private schools
- Advocacy
- IEP or IDEA resources
- Legal referrals
Financial Planning
- Referrals to financial planning specialists
- SSI information
Health
- Down syndrome clinic information
- Specialist referrals
- Information on specific medical topics
- Healthcare guidelines for individuals with Down syndrome
Recreation
- Special Recreation Association referrals
- Camp listings