Columbus Area Down Syndrome Support Group

About Down Syndrome

One in every 691 babies in the United States is born with Down syndrome making it the most common genetic condition. Approximately 400,000 Americans have Down syndrome and about 6,000 babies with Down syndrome are born in the United States each year.

Down syndrome occurs when an individual has a full or extra copy of the the 21st chromosome, resulting in the presence of 47 chromosomes instead of the typical 46.

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The Columbus Area Down Syndrome looks forward to answering your questions about Down syndrome. Please contact us at 812-375-9594.

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A big thank you to Stone Belt
Our Buddy Walk 2016 Signature Sponsor 

What we do

The Columbus Area Down Syndrome Support Group is a support  network that informs and educates parents, self-advocates, family members, professionals, and friends of individuals with Down syndrome. We are committed to raising awareness of Down syndrome and promoting an inclusive culture where all people with Down syndrome are valued participants in the social, recreational, educational and economic opportunities in the communities we serve.

The Columbus Area Down Syndrome Support Group operates under the fiduciary of The Arc of Bartholomew County. Founded in 1955, The Arc of Barholomew County is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that provides advocacy and resources to individuals and their families in  Bartholomew County.

The  Annual Columbus Area Down Syndrome Support Group Buddy Walk will be held on Saturday October 14th at Donner Park Shelter in Columbus, Indiana. Please join us as we celebrate National Down Syndrome Awareness month and help us by taking steps for a brighter tomorrow for individuals with Down syndrome.

Donating to the Buddy Walk has never been easier. Simply click on the donate button and you will be taken to our donation page where you can make a secure & tax deductible contribution.