National Down Syndrome Congress

General Organizational Information

Organization Name:

Organization Acronym:

NDSC

Year Established:

1971

Type of organization:

Condition(s)-specific organization

Mission Statement:

The mission of the NDSC is to provide information, advocacy and support concerning all aspects of life for individuals with Down syndrome.

Professional/Medical Board?:

501(c)3 Status?:

Yes

Paid staff?:

Yes

Board of Directors?:

Yes

Serves the following conditions

Organizational Contact Information

First Name:

David

Last Name:

Tolleson

Address:

1370 Center Drive #102

Atlanta, GA, 30338

Phone:

+1 770 604 9500

Fax:

+1 770 604 9898

Toll Free Number:

+1 800 232 6372

Email:

info@ndsccenter.org

Website Address:

http://www.ndsccenter.org

Resources and Services Provided

Languages spoken:

English

Spanish

Printed materials available in:

English

Spanish

Range of services include:

Referrals to local chapter or group

Referrals to matching individuals/families

Help with adoption or placement

Referrals for non-medical services

Advocacy

Training

Speakers

Telephone helpline

Educational materials include:

Fact sheet(s)

Pamphlet(s)

Booklet(s)

Newsletter

Bibliography

Audiotape(s)

Conferences/workshops for:

Affected individuals and/or families

Public

Researchers

Professionals