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.Down Syndrome Association of Houston (DSAH)
DSAH's mission is to build a brighter future for children and adults with Down syndrome. The organization services members in Houston and all surrounding communities. DSAH understands that people in each community need to have a way to reach out to others within their local area, for friendships, support, play dates, and to share information that is pertinent to that area. Katy Community Group Committee Spring Community Group Committee Pearland Community Group Committee The Woodlands Community Group Committee Baytown Community Group Committee Greater Clear Lake Families Exploring Down Syndrome (GCLFEDS) GCLFEDS' mission is to provide support and resources to individuals with Down syndrome and their families and to promote awareness, understanding and inclusion in their communities. Father’s Joy Father’s Joy is a non-profit Christian organization whose mission is to minister and provide support and information to families of children with disabilities. National Association for Down Syndrome Contains a great resource page with many useful links National Down Syndrome Society This site is a comprehensive information source about Down syndrome. Down Syndrome Research Foundation and Resource Center This center is dedicated to improving life for people with Down syndrome through research, education and services. Down Syndrome: Health Issues Coupon Chief A retail savings guide for people with disabilities. Tuck Sleep Their primary mission is promoting sleep health awareness, and most recently, they’ve explored how people with mental and physical disabilities can get a better night’s rest. You can check out a few of our in-depth guides here: Mattress and bedding accommodations for physical and mental disabilities How autism impacts sleep timing and quality Dealing with sleep disorders and Down syndrome |
Woodbine House
Books on disabilities for children and teens National Down Syndrome Congress The purpose of the Congress is to create a national climate in which all persons will recognize and embrace the value and dignity of persons with Down syndrome National Association for the Education of Young Children The Rise School is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Handwriting Without Tears The easy-to-teach, easy-to-learn curriculum that makes handwriting mastery joyful for students and their teachers Family Education Network Cerebral Palsy Guide An organization that shares educational materials to families and individuals affected by Cerebral Palsy, including information about different therapies and financial resources Cerebral Palsy Guidance Cerebral Palsy Guidance was created to provide answers and assistance to parents of a child with cerebral palsy. Our goal is to reach as many members of the cerebral palsy community as possible, building up a network of support, as well as providing necessary assistance. Cerebral Palsy Group Provides free educational information and support to those who have been affected by cerebral palsy. Conscious Discipline Comprehensive self-regulation program that integrates social-emotional learning and discipline. Conscious Discipline is a longtime leader in the integration of classroom management with social-emotional learning, utilizing everyday events as the curriculum and addressing the adult's emotional intelligence as well as the child's. Conscious Discipline empowers adults to consciously respond to daily conflict, transforming it into an opportunity to teach critical life skills to children. Conscious Discipline is evidence-based and was named as a national model for character education by the Florida State Legislature. Career Guide for People with disabilities Provides help on seeking employment in various industries for people with disabilities. |
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