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WHO WE ARE

The Northern Colorado Down Syndrome Association (NCDSA) started off with just a couple of parents who were determined to bring together families in Northern Colorado who have a loved one with Down syndrome. Since then, we have grown to an organization that serves hundreds of people throughout the Northern Colorado area.

WHAT WE DO

NCDSA exists to provide support and connection for individuals with Down syndrome and their families through advocacy, awareness, and relationships.

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Advocacy

We empower individuals with Down syndrome—and their families—to use their voice in creating the life they desire.

Advocacy

We empower individuals with Down syndrome—and their families—to use their voice in creating the life they desire.

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Awareness

Creating a deeper understanding in our communities of those with Down syndrome, their capabilities, and needs.

Awareness

Creating a deeper understanding in our communities of those with Down syndrome, their capabilities, and needs.

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Relationships

Believing that authentic relationships are at the center of supporting and connecting our self-advocates and families.

Relationships

Believing that authentic relationships are at the center of supporting and connecting our self-advocates and families.

Providing opportunities with Scholarship Funds

Are you thinking of enrolling your toddler in a dance class or need to buy a new bike helmet for your growing middle schooler? Maybe the PT said new AFOs are on the horizon or you just read about a great online reading program you’d like to try. All these things - and more - are eligible for our scholarship program! The NCDSA would love to support your family by offsetting the cost of these kinds of items with one of our small, one time scholarships.

NCDSA wants to give your family a scholarship for an expense in one of these categories—Recreation, Education, Medical, and Unified Sports. Almost any expense qualifies in one of these categories. Apply now!

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october 2024

19oct10:00 am12:00 pmElementary Aged Group: Pumpkin Patch

19oct10:00 am12:00 pmFirst Steps: Pumpkin Patch

november 2024

02nov6:00 pm8:30 pmWe Belong: Halloween Party

12nov5:00 pm9:00 pmLoveland Laser Tag

december 2024

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NEW PARENT BASKETS

Northern Colorado Down Syndrome Association provides baby baskets to families with a new baby born with Down syndrome. These baskets contain new items such as books, knitted blankets, clothing, toys, informational pamphlets, and other useful items.

All of these items are provided by Northern Colorado Down Syndrome Association and generous donors from the community. Please contact us if you, or someone you know, would like a basket or you would like to donate items.

World-DS-Day

What is World Down Syndrome Day?

World Down Syndrome Day—March 21—is a global awareness day observed since 2012. It is to create a single, global voice for advocating for the rights, inclusion and well-being of people with Down syndrome!

 

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