New Parent Outreach

Congratulations on the birth, or expected birth, of your baby! As a parent group, managed by parents of children with Down syndrome, the DSA of Delaware knows you have lots questions, concerns and fears. The most important thing to keep in mind is that a diagnosis of Down syndrome is not as life changing as the fact that you have a new baby. And in many ways, your baby will be just like other infants. Every baby needs to be fed, held and most of all, loved. When you are ready, the Down Syndrome Association of Delaware will provide you with a new parent packet, with the most up to date medical information and research as well as resources available in Delaware for your child with special needs. An Outreach Coordinator is available to meet with you and your family to answer questions and discuss concerns you may have. Experience shows that contact with peer families can be very beneficial. Through this type of support and encouragement, families become empowered to be the best possible advocate for their children.

For more information, please contact our Outreach Coordinator!

Teen and Young Adult Programs

TAGG (Teen and Adults Gathered for Good) Team is an exciting part of the Down Syndrome Association of Delaware’s Outreach program. TAGG Team consists of a group of teens and young adults ages 14+ of all abilities, their siblings, friends, colleagues, co-workers, etc. who gather together at least once a month with activities or speakers geared to the interest of young adults. The goals of TAGG Teams are to provide support; encourage independence, community service, and interaction; and most importantly to have FUN!

For more information on these events, please contact our TAGG Vice President!

Monthly Educational Meetings

The Down Syndrome Association of Delaware holds monthly informational and training meetings for families of children and adults with Down syndrome. Meetings cover a variety of issues and topics related to all individuals with Down syndrome from birth through adulthood.

For more information on these meetings, please contact our Vice President!

Family Events

The Down Syndrome Association of Delaware provides many social opportunities for families throughout the year including: a Valentine’s Dance, Easter Egg Hunt, Semi Formal Dinner Dance, Annual Dinner Meeting, Buddy Walk, Blue Gold Football Tailgate Party, Summer Swimming Picnics, Fall Hayride, Children’s Christmas Party and Adult Christmas Party.

For more information on these events, please contact our Vice President!

Southern Delaware Connection

The "Southern Connection" of the Down Syndrome Association of Delaware consists of families from Southern Delaware and the Middle Eastern Shore of Maryland. They meet monthly in an informal gathering to discuss topics of interest in with the mission of supporting individuals with Down syndrome and their families. The Southern Connection sponsors many family events, including a summer picnic, a winter bowling activity and various trips promoting Down syndrome awareness.

Please join us at any of the meetings. For more information and meeting locations and times, please contact our Southern Delaware Vice President!

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