The Down Syndrome Association of Central Kentucky exists to celebrate our Down syndrome community, support individuals with Down syndrome and their families in our region, and educate ourselves and others about the true joys and challenges of Down syndrome.

Our Mission

We envision communities where people with Down syndrome are valued and included throughout their lives.

Our Vision

We believe no one should ever stop learning, that's why we provide life-changing programs such a cooking, tutoring, book clubs, summer programs and more for students with Down syndrome. In addition, we support and educate families and professionals in Central and Eastern Kentucky. We do this through: providing customized presentations for parents, teachers, therapists, and medical professionals; publishing a quarterly magazine that celebrates accomplishments of individuals with Down syndrome and provides pertinent information for families and caregivers; providing peer presentations to schools, post-graduate and undergraduate classes, and the community about acceptance of those with Down syndrome and other disabilities; and hosting several celebrations throughout the year to bring together families and friends for support and advocacy. Every program and resource we provide is free-of-charge to our families.

Our Impact

OUr Impact

We believe no one should ever stop learning, that's why we provide life-changing programs such a cooking, tutoring, book clubs, summer programs and more for students with Down syndrome. In addition, we support and educate families and professionals in Central and Eastern Kentucky. We do this through: providing customized presentations for parents, teachers, therapists, and medical professionals; publishing a quarterly magazine that celebrates accomplishments of individuals with Down syndrome and provides pertinent information for families and caregivers; providing peer presentations to schools, post-graduate and undergraduate classes, and the community about acceptance of those with Down syndrome and other disabilities; and hosting several celebrations throughout the year to bring together families and friends for support and advocacy. Every program and resource we provide is free-of-charge to our families.

We believe no one should ever stop learning, that's why we provide life-changing programs such a cooking, tutoring, book clubs, summer programs and more for students with Down syndrome. In addition, we support and educate families and professionals in Central and Eastern Kentucky. We do this through: providing customized presentations for parents, teachers, therapists, and medical professionals; publishing a quarterly magazine that celebrates accomplishments of individuals with Down syndrome and provides pertinent information for families and caregivers; providing peer presentations to schools, post-graduate and undergraduate classes, and the community about acceptance of those with Down syndrome and other disabilities; and hosting several celebrations throughout the year to bring together families and friends for support and advocacy. Every program and resource we provide is free-of-charge to our families.

The Down Syndrome Association of Central Kentucky has been helping and supporting families since 1993, when a small group of parents envisioned better opportunities for their children with Down syndrome. Today, that vision and our organization have expanded, enabling us to provide numerous programs and services.

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