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Organization:
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Down Syndrome Association - National Capital Region
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Phone Numbers:
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613-737-0658
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Address:
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Stn T
PO Box 8025
Ottawa, ON
K1G 3H6
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Ottawa
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Hours:
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Irregular hours
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Public Contacts:
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Sue Doyle - Chair, Board of Directors
Kim Doyle - Vice-Chair, Board of Directors
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Service Description:
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Non-profit group working to help people with Down syndrome to live full and rewarding lives * provides support for people with Down syndrome and their families * forms collaborative support networks with relevant organizations
Services: weekly newsletters * meetings * information sessions for parents, caregivers or teachers of children with Down syndrome * linkage to other parents * parent info-pack for parents, caregivers, teachers * on-demand visits at the hospital for people who just had a baby with Down syndrome, to offer information and support * links to other community groups dealing with people with special needs * annual picnic
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Fees:
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Membership fees * Families: first year is free, then $20 per year * None for adults with Down syndrome
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Application:
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Visit website
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Parents and families of children with Down syndrome as well as interested individuals
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Languages:
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English ; French
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Area Served:
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Ottawa (City of)
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Last Updated:
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2/3/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=210336
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