First Downs for Down Syndrome (FDFDS) partners
with the Kansas City Chiefs Offensive Line to promote a greater
awareness of individuals with Down syndrome. FDFDS provides a
significant portion of the budget necessary to operate the
Children's Mercy Down Syndrome Clinic, and is committed to ensuring
the Clinic's long-term viability. First Downs raises money through
their annual fundraising events.
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Phone: (913) 722-2499.
Down Syndrome Guild of Greater Kansas City
is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide support
and resources for individuals of all ages with Down syndrome and
their families.
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Phone: (913) 384-4848.
Adults with Down Syndrome Specialty Clinic
at the University of Kansas Medical Center.
Phone: (913) 588-1915
Mission Project enables capable adults with
Down syndrome and other developmental or cognitive disabilities the
opportunity to live independently and safely in the community with
minimal support.
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Phone: (913)
492-7505.
American Academy of Pediatrics
2011 Revision of the Health Supervision Guidelines (pdf) for children with Down syndrome
National Down Syndrome Congress
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