
Letter to Friends of
DSAL
Dear Friends of DSAL:
The Down Syndrome Association of the Lowcountry
(DSAL) was founded in 1991 by a group of parents, family
members and professionals. The primary focus of DSAL over
the past decade has been to be a support group for new
parents of children with Down syndrome in the form of
information-sharing and by offering social and
recreational activities throughout the year to persons
with Down syndrome and their families. DSAL is also
active in sponsoring community-based events and programs
aimed at improving the quality of life of children and
adults with Down syndrome.
We would like to continue to provide education
and information for parents of newborn children with Down
syndrome through our newsletter and new parent program.
The materials that are included in the new parent packets
need to be purchased from various publishers and
organizations.
We would like to continue providing medical
professionals with input from families and friends to
assist them with better care and understanding of our
children.
We would like to continue sponsoring
recreational outings, special educational events and
social events such as:
- Fall and spring middle- and high-school teen
dances
- Fall Picnic
- Easter Egg Hunt
- Spring Picnic
- Summer pool party
- Winter holiday gathering
In addition, there are many other projects and
fund-raising activities that positively affect our
children, family and friends with Down syndrome. In the
past, many babies with Down syndrome have been born in
the Lowcountry and surrounding areas, and we would like
to help new parents of babies and toddlers get some
playgroups started.
Our membership contributions are at an all-time
low and we need your help! Without an immediate increase
in donations, we will not be able to sponsor the above
activities and programs.
DSAL is run by a small group of dedicated
volunteers. Your membership dollars go a long way in this
organization. Please show your commitment by renewing
your membership or making a donation to DSAL. The
Membership Application is available online by clicking
here.
Thanks for helping us help you and
yours!
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