The IRS recently published their proposed rules for ABLE Accounts to guide states as they implement the ABLE law on the state level. The IRS will be holding a public hearing on their proposal. For more information, click here.
NADS and/or Down Syndrome News
Caregivers of Family Members with Down syndrome: Study Participants needed Quality of Life and Stress: How has your life been affected? If you are a caregiver of a family member with Down syndrome, we want to know how your quality of life and stres... Read more
The U.S. Department of Education announced a new round of Transition and Postsecondary Education Programs for Students with Intellectual Disabilities (TPSID) grants. The deadline for applying is August 10, 2015. For more information, click here
See local rhythmic gymnast Regan on the news for her participation in the State Games in Normal, Illinois earlier this month: watch interview
Design for America DFA is a national network of college students using design to create local and social impact. We are bringing together 80 students from 29 universities to design for: Enhancing the lives of those aff ected by Down Syndrome We are seeki... Read more
The ABLE Act was introduced in the US Senate and US House of Representatives on Feb. 13, 2013. On December 3, 2014, the ABLE Act passed in the US House of Representatives (404-17). Two weeks later, on December 16, the US Senate voted to pass the ABLE Act ... Read more
HB3158, The Down Syndrome Information and Aware Act has been filed in the Illinois House of Representatives. The bill is co-sponsored by State Representatives Robyn Gabel (18th District) and Michelle Mussman (56th District). The Illinois Down Syndrome Adv... Read more
This below list of Grandparent support suggestions will help you provide assistance to your son or daughter who is parenting a child with Down syndrome. Every family will have unique support needs, so please do not hesitate to contact NADS if you have any... Read more
Anne Reinertson WOW the ENTIRE school was cheering for our Regan! The world is changing…that is what I truly felt the day Regan came home from Kindergarten all excited to show me what was in her backpack. She helped me open her backpack, and there it wa... Read more
