Angie Mosley, the President of the Down Syndrome Family Allience, educates us about Down Syndrome, shares some very moving stories with us and informs us that this Alliance is run by parents of down syndrome children.
It is stunning the researches these parents did in order to come up with solutions for parents that are in the same situation as they are.
Angie tells us about her own experiences with her son, and how he participates in all the same activities as his friends.
- Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder that usually causes delays in physical and intellectural development.
- The leading clinical cause of mental retardation in the world, Down Syndrome occurs approximately once in every 600 - 1000 births.
- It is not related to race, nationality, religion or socioeconomic status.
- People with Down syndrome benefit from appropriate medical care, early intervention, education and vocational programs.
- There is a wide variation of mental abilities and physical development in individuals with Down Syndrome.
- Most individuals are educable with many being included in public school settings and employed in the community as adults.
- Children with Down syndrome are more similar to the average child in the community than they are different.
Please watch Angie Mosley's Interview!
Visit the WebSite of the Down Syndrome Family Allience at: http://www.dsfagreenville.org/
- Get the facts about Down Syndrome
- Review reading lists
- Visit feature links to revelant web sites
- Study pertinent medical information
- Advocate for legislation affecting individuals with Down Syndrome
- Read heartwarming essays
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