Currently, the mailing list hosts over 40 families who are raising children and adults with Down syndrome.
Supports provided by Designer Genes include:
• Informational packets provided to both local hospitals for families of new babies with Down syndrome.
• Partnership with Missouri Valley Quilting Guild and local quilters to provide new crib quilts for new babies with Down syndrome.
• First time visits for families of new babies with Down syndrome.
• A reading library of pertinent Down syndrome materials.
• An annual picnic and Buddy Walk.
• Informational meetings and educational events.
• One-to-one networking and advocacy.
