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Welcome to the Gold Coast Down Syndrome Organization, serving Palm
Beach County, Florida
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Santa visits South
Florida and a great time is had by all!
 Our organization has
a wonderful
resource library! Check it out by clicking the Education
tab above.
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You can MAKE A DONATION NOW by clicking
on the Buddy Walk logo box!
Thank you to our many 2008 Buddy Walk
supporters. Click the Buddy Walk tab at the top of the
page for newsletter, more information and photos!
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A 501(c)(3)
non-profit corporation dedicated to making the
future brighter for individuals with Down syndrome and other disabilities, donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law and can be
mailed to
the following address:
Gold Coast Down
Syndrome Org.
2255 Glades Road, Suite 342-W
Boca Raton, FL 33431
561-912-1231
Fax 561-912-1232
email gcdso@bellsouth.net
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History
 The
Gold Coast Down Syndrome Organization was started in 1980 by three mothers who had a common need to make a
better life for their children with Down syndrome. The group first met in
the home of one of the founders. No other group dedicated to advocating
specifically for persons with Down syndrome existed in Palm Beach County at
that time, nor does today. The founders agreed that an organized group with
members focused toward making positive changes would create a powerful and
effective organization. In 1982, Gold Coast Down Syndrome Organization was
incorporated, elected its first board of directors and began meeting
regularly.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to be a proactive, dynamic support group
to all people who have Down syndrome and their families. Our purpose is to:
- Empower parents of children with Down syndrome, young and old, by
providing up-to-date information and resources.
- Pursue inclusion of individuals who have Down syndrome in all areas of
life so they embrace opportunities to contribute and be valued members of
society.
- Dispel myths, promote positive awareness, and emphasize abilities of
people with Down syndrome to parents, educators, physicians, therapists,
and the general public.
- Advocate and defend the human and civil rights of persons with Down
syndrome.
Vision Statement
The Gold Coast Down Syndrome Organization will be a
driving force in our community, generating acceptance and belonging of
individuals with Down syndrome. We will create a society in which people
with Down syndrome can involve themselves in activities that will assist in
their personal development. This will include their choice to pursue a
higher education level, better employment opportunities, and a variety of
recreational activities, all without prejudice or discrimination.
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