National Down Syndrome Society

We're celebrating #throwbackthursday by highlighting a little bit of NDSS' history! NDSS was founded on June 20, 1979 and we're taking a look back at some of our accomplishments throughout the years! Celebrate your favorite moment in NDSS history by making a gift for #NDSSDay. Donations of $42 or more earn you a free t-shirt! Every gift makes an impact.... https://give.ndss.org/campaign/ndssday-2021/c342080

"We thought you should see the girl you urged us to terminate."

Make sure you're registered! #NDSSDay Cooking class with Izabella's Gourmet Chow on Wednesday at 6PM ET: https://bit.ly/3iJ1BKI Dance party on Friday 7PM ET: https://bit.ly/3pVN9QS

"My team’s favorite part of Buddy Walk is when we all gather as one big happy family. It shows my Samantha and everyone else that they are not alone. We and many others are here to help them achieve their goals and enjoy their life. Walk day is important to us because we are welcomed with so many individuals and hear their stories of accomplishment. My team’s favorite part of the Buddy Walk is the feeling of encouragement which is a great feeling to have when you hear and see the success of others! Join Sammi’s World and our other awesome Buddy Walk teams by participating in the 2021 NYC Buddy Walk on September 18! Learn more and register: https://give.ndss.org/2021NYCBW

This mom's powerful response.

NDSS was founded on June 20, 1979. We're celebrating all week but you can help us celebrate our Founding Day, #NDSSDay, and help us mark 42 years of history supporting the Down syndrome community! Your donation helps fund another year of resources, support and advocacy for our loved ones.

We're celebrating #NDSSDay on June 20 and all week! Join us on our social media channels for prizes and fun trivia! Even better, make sure you are registered for our... Cooking class with Izabella's Gourmet Chow on Wednesday at 6PM ET: https://bit.ly/3iJ1BKI Dance party on Friday 7PM ET: https://bit.ly/3pVN9QS

#mystorymonday #ndsscommunity Father's Day is June 20 and also #NDSSDay! We will have been highlighting dads from our community throughout the month of June for #mystorymonday. Be sure to follow along! "I wish people realized how an individual with Down syndrome manages to bring out the best in people. I've seen so much love and kindness displayed towards my son, Mason, from every age group. I also realize that there will be times when people aren't so nice, but I have n...o doubt that love outweighs the other. He has also taught me, my wife and his siblings more about how to view and live life than we ever could have imagined. My favorite story is really a Mason prank. I also think it's one of my favorite things about him, which is hands down his humor. It can come at any time or any place. Every night, or every other night to keep me guessing, Mason puts his dirty socks either on, in or under my pillow (which I'll give him is funny), but sometimes he adds my wife's dirty socks as well. So then as soon as I get comfortable...boom, dirty sock party. I will yell "Mason," and if he's up I will always hear him giggling about it. He always keeps us laughing! By far the best part of being a dad, of a child with or without Down syndrome, is the way they look at you and the confidence that they have in their eyes that makes you somehow become the best version of yourself. Because of my kids I've tried and done more new things even when I didn't want to, or just wasn't ready to and almost every time I've either surprised myself or realized the blessing of that time together. The best advice I could give to new fathers out there would be to take whatever pressure you can off your spouse. We know moms love differently, so they worry differently. If we can relieve even a fraction of that by giving them some extra "them" time, or by communicating more about their concerns and worries, then we as dads can reassure them that we are present, and the best will come of any situation."

NDSS was founded on June 20, 1979. Celebrate our Founding Day, #NDSSDay, and help us mark 42 years of history supporting the Down syndrome community. Your donation helps fund another year of resources, support and advocacy for our loved ones! https://give.ndss.org/campaign/ndssday-2021/c342080

Mark your calendars and help us celebrate #NDSSDay! NDSS was founded on June 20, 1979 and this year it falls on Father's Day so we have an extra reason to celebrate! Make sure to keep your eyes out for our activities coming up this week: social media contests, a cooking class and of course a dance party! Make sure you're following NDSS on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter! https://give.ndss.org/campaign/ndssday-2021/c342080

Check this out Business Spotlights by Charlotte is a vlog series where NDSS staff member, Charlotte Woodward, interviews your favorite entrepreneurs with Down syndrome and chats with them about their businesses. She has three episodes currently live and more on the way! https://www.ndss.org/business-spotlights-by-charlotte/

"I wish people would see our side of it."

Looking for more information on what Financial Wellness is? NDSS has partnered with the Voya Cares program at Voya to create videos to complement our Financial Wellness Guide. Watch them today! https://bit.ly/3gmObRG

It’s Charlotte’s #Heartiversary! Learn more about her advocacy and exactly what a heartiversary is below! And sign up for our Action Alerts here: https://www.ndss.org//national-advoc/ndss-advocacy-alerts/

The video of Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene that has appeared on social media is heartbreaking and unacceptable. We are outraged to see an elected official use the R-word despite knowing it is offensive. Read our response: https://www.ndss.org/ndss-response-use-r-word-rep-marjorie/

1. "The hospital appointments."

#HappyHolidays from NDSS!

We’d love for you and your network to join NDSS in using Express Feedback for Good! In just a couple of minutes, you can play a big part in helping us raise $60,000 to help us advocate for and support individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/NDSS-FB

We are nearing 321 registrants for Racing for 3.21 on World Down syndrome Day! NDSS is announcing a special prize for the 321st person to register for the event. We will be giving away a pair of our cobranded goodr sunglasses to the 321st registrant. Register TODAY! https://bit.ly/2NKoqQK

"I had always assumed my own painful experience at the hands of an insensitive physician had been an isolated experience. "

Don't miss your chance to make a donation to NDSS in honor of someone. It's the perfect last minute gift! https://give.ndss.org/give/59045/#!/donation/checkout

As #NationalFinancialWellnessMonth comes to a close, we wanted to share some exciting news! NDSS is proud to partner with the Voya Cares program at Voya to provide comprehensive information and solutions to address the unique, and oftentimes fluctuating, financial needs of the disability community. Our Financial Wellness guide for individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers is available now! https://www.ndss.org//2021/01/FinancialWellnessGuide_1_202

"Might I suggest that you place a sign at the front of the chapel, clearly identifying which categories of people are welcome and which are not?"

#GivingTuesday is on December 1st! Join NDSS and show your support on this annual day of giving. Save the date or make your donation today! https://give.ndss.org/give/59045/#!/donation/checkout

What an incredible accomplishment. Chris is officially an IRONMAN!! People from across the world have been watching and it’s difficult to put into words how inspirational this is. It’s not about what we CAN’T, it’s about what we CAN! Join us in congratulating Chris!!

ICYMI, the United States Commission on Civil Rights released their report on subminimum wage and its impact on people with disabilities. Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Congressman Bobby Scott, the two lead cosponsors on the Transformation to Competitive Employment Act, agreed with the recommendations within the USCCR report. Read their statement here:... https://mcmorris.house.gov/reps-cathy-mcmorris-rodgers-and/ See more

Follow along and watch Chris make history!!

"I don't want my child exposed to her."

We are ready to cheer Chris on tomorrow! Chris Nikic - Ironman

Happy #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth! "The emotions that explain how I feel about my Marissa are indescribable. She is the light that I wake to every morning. Pure love, the kind that every human being deserves, is exactly what I receive from her. She observes the world with hopeful eyes and cheerful thoughts. I wish that everyone, at least even once in their lifetime, are blessed enough to embrace, and share such a wondrous joy as I do everyday." - Gloria

"That's why meeting other families with twins, one with Down syndrome, is so special."

ICYMI: On Oct. 15, State Treasurer Shawn Wooden announced that Connecticut residents with disabilities, or their legal guardians, can now open accounts under the ABLE Act. NDSS is thrilled that Connecticut has launched this ABLE Program! Currently 44 states [and DC] offer ABLE Accounts. Read more about Connecticut’s ABLE Account here: https://news.yahoo.com/able-accounts-help-people-disabiliti

"If you’re in your teenage years reading this, and maybe you don’t like how your extra chromosome makes you different from your peers, I want you to remember this..."

There's still time! Today only, Headsweats is giving 25% OFF all #ItCouldBeMe branded gear! 20% of the profits are donated back to us so we can keep helping all people with Down syndrome have the opportunity to enhance their quality of life, realize their life aspirations, and become valued members of welcoming communities. Show your support during #HeadsweatsGivesBack Week for all individuals with Down syndrome. ... www.headsweats.com/categories/collections/it-could-be-me/

Happy #HeadsweatsGivesBack Week! Our team is proud to work with Headsweats, who help promote the value, acceptance, and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. Take advantage of 25% OFF on the exclusive Headsweats + #NDSS collection TODAY ONLY (Wednesday 11/4). 20% of the proceeds are given back so together we can create a world in which all people with Down syndrome have the opportunity to enhance their quality of life, realize their life aspirations and become valued m...embers of welcoming communities. Check out our partner store, TODAY: https://www.headsweats.com//national-down-syndrome-society/ #Headsweatsforlife #Keepacoolhead

"We know every person is an individual."