Individuals with Down syndrome and their families face many challenging issues. These issues include but are not limited to health, education, socialization, employment, and independent living. Professional and personal support is often needed to fully contend with these fundamental and critical issues. The Centre du syndrome de Down
supports individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the professionals who work with them, to promote awareness and understanding of these issues.
The mission of the Centre du syndrome de Down
isto provide parent-to-parent and professional services and support to individuals with Down syndrome and their families and to educate the broader community on Down syndrome. The services and support are provided to enable individuals with Down syndrome the opportunity to reach their fullest potential and to become fully included members of their communities.
The DSAHRC is a not-for-profit organization, incorporated in the State of New York, with an all-volunteer Board of Directors, modern office space, and a staff that includes an Executive Director, a Program Development Coordinator and an Administrative Assistant to provide support and services to people with Down syndrome, their families, and the professionals (physicians, teachers) involved in their care.
For the latest information on DSAHRC events and seminars, check the Calendar of Events.
DSAHRC Staff
Executive Director
Program Development Coordinator
Administrative Assistant
Newsletter Editor
DSAHRC Board of Directors
President
William Van Evera Vice-President
Mary Grace Secretary
David Yule
Treasurer
Brian Collier
Gayle Farman
Joanne Fitzgerald
Renee Hallock
Virginia MacPhee
Namita Modasra
Patrick Morgan
Brie Nobis
Brian Temperine
Kandi Terry
Board Meetings are held the first Monday of every month from 6:30-8:30 pm at the DSAHRC Office, 1 Marcus Blvd., Suite 105, Albany. All members are welcome to attend and participate. Check the Calendar of Events for specific dates and times.
Contributions to the DSAHRC
Contributions to the DSAHRC are essential to carry out our mission.
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