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Central Arkansas Buddy Walk
Central Arkansas celebrates its first ever Buddy Walk, a 1-mile walk to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down Syndrome. Buddy Walk is a national organization whose events raise money to support local and national education and advocacy initiatives. Participants will meet on the North Little Rock side of the Big Dam Bridge at 5 p.m. After walking across the bridge and back, stick around for food and activities.  Learn more here.

Family Focus Groups
Arkansas Children’s Hospital Research Institute - Arkansas System Improvement Project (ARSIP) is hosting a group discussion for parents of Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs. We are looking for parents of children up to 18 years of age with any long-term health issue such as cerebral palsy, autism, cystic fibrosis, Down syndrome, asthma, or diabetes.  Parents will be asked to share their experiences and express their opinions on how to improve the health care system in Arkansas for their children.  We are looking for a diverse group of parents.  The group discussion will be on the topic of the health care system and will last two hours.  Parent participants will be compensated for their time.  Learn more here.
 

Infancy and Early Childhood

With early intervention, babies with Down syndrome can achieve the same milestone as any other child.  Though relatively delayed, their progress in physical, cognitive, language, social and self-help skills should reflect a predictable development pattern.

Childhood and Adolescence

Thanks to the partnerships of parents, teachers, and therapists, children with Down syndrome may look forward to growing up to experience the best life has to offer with laughter, learning, and love.

Adulthood

In addition to living longer, adults with Down syndrome are now living fuller, richer lives than ever before.  With assistance, many adults with Down syndrome have developed the skills required to hold jobs, to live semi-independently, and even to marry.