While not everything in this toolkit is applicable since it was designed for those in Pennsylvania, it is full of great resources and ideas that you can customize for your own young adult. http://www.chop.edu/services/trisomy-21-toolkit-transitioning-adul... Read more
The DMV is Bringing State IDs to Chicago Public Schools! The Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services (ODLSS) and the Department of Motor Vehicle’s Mobile Unit is hosting several “State ID Day” events throughout the district durin... Read more
“Why Fit in When You Were Born to Stand Out?” ~ Dr. Seuss The Emmett Kyoshi Chicago Art premier was a huge success, a heartfelt thank you to the friends and family that made it all possible. We’ve had an outpouring of requests to hold ... Read more
A new disability awareness card was introduced this year as part of a law sponsored by Democratic Rep. Stephanie Kifowit of Oswego and Democratic Sen. Linda Holmes of Aurora to help people with intellectual, developmental or mental disabilities to communi... Read more
In My Own Words: People with Down Syndrome is a newly launched blog “dedicated solely to the stories, reflections, and experiences of people with Down syndrome.” Katherine Anderson and her son, Sam, who has Down syndrome, created the blog together as ... Read more
New documentary film about the lives of people with Down syndrome “Perfection in Imperfect Lives“ By Emilia Walasik Hear incredible stories first hand from individuals with Down syndrome as well as from their family and friends. From Emilia: ... Read more
New Growth Charts for Children with Down Syndrome Children with Down syndrome grow differently from other children. However, advances in medical care, access to care, and improved life expectancy suggest that contemporary growth patterns may have improved... Read more
The Illinois Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act has passed and been signed by the Governor. Following the passage of the ABLE Act at the federal level in December 2014, the Illinois ABLE Act made its way through the state legislature and became... Read more
ATTENTION DOWN SYNDROME ADVOCATES We need your help to increase the membership of the newly-formed Congressional Task Force on Down Syndrome! The Congressional Down Syndrome Caucus co-chairs Congressman Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Congresswoman Cathy McMorri... Read more
