NADS thanks Gerber for recognizing the beauty in Lucas Warren, as well as all children born with differing abilities. All babies are precious and worthy of our celebration. From Gerber: Congratulations to our 2018 Gerber Spokesbaby, Lucas! Welcome to the ... Read more
As the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down syndrome, the National Down Syndrome Society believes the importance of caregivers should not be underestimated, which is why we are happy to celebrate November as National Caregivers ... Read more
The University of Illinois Intellectual Disabilities Communication Lab is looking for participants for a research project to find out more about how language skills develop in children between the ages of 6-11 who have Down syndrome. Click here to view th... Read more
Target releases adaptive apparel for children with disabilities and sensory friendly clothing for children with sensory processing sensitivities. They have expanded their Cat and Jack line of clothing featured at https://www.target.com/c/adaptive-clothin... Read more
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
