GLOBAL is part of a group of Affiliates that work together every day to elongate life and improve health outcomes for people with Down Syndrome:
We are grateful to Alex and Ashley Singleton who are taking a stand and support GLOBAL in condemning the use of the R-word. There has been a dramatic increase in the use of the word on socials. The use is dehumanizing, dangerous, and cowardly.
In a heartfelt tribute, Michele Ritter honors her sister Lorraine — whose joyful spirit touched many — reflecting on cherished memories and GLOBAL’s vital support during their family’s challenging moments.
In Loving Memory: A Tribute to Lorraine Pope
Did you know people with Down syndrome are 200% more likely to have hearing problems? Join us for our next important GLOBAL Webinar on ‘Healthy Hearing Across the Lifespan’ with Dr. Heather Porter.
GLOBAL is grateful for a generous grant from the Albertsons Companies Foundation & Safeway Foundation to support patients at our Sie Center for Down Syndrome with grocery gift cards promoting healthy eating & nutrition.
Individuals with Down syndrome benefit from opportunities to increase physical activity as well as social participation. Dance is an activity that can achieve both of these goals
Become a Global Down Syndrome Foundation Member and receive 4 issues of the award-winning magazine, Down Syndrome WorldTM.
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