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WHO WE ARE

York Area Down Syndrome Association (YADSA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities, with a primary focus on those with Down syndrome, and their families.

WHAT WE DO

We provide information and support to parents and the community through meetings, guest speakers, and educational workshops.

OUR VISION

Our mission is to promote acceptance and inclusion, empowering individuals with Down syndrome to live healthy, happy, and fulfilling lives.

UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

YADSA has several activities throughout the year.  These activities are listed under our activities section on the website.  They provide wonderful opportunities for growth, development and friendships.

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YADSA Christmas Party

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NEWS & UPDATES

Congress should give it up for Down syndrome research

January 25, 2018

On levels both moral and practical, Congress has for years been failing those born with Down syndrome and their families. We hope the new year brings about a stark reversal in the second-class treatment this unique population is receiving. Lawmakers should greatly increase Down syndrome funding for research and assistance. According to analysis by the … Read more

21-year-old with Down syndrome builds successful business with his father

January 25, 2018

HUNTINGTON, New York, January 24, 2018 (LifeSiteNews) – A successful business co-founded by a young man with Down syndrome to make people happy is attracting more attention after a video was posted online recently that told its uplifting story. The media had paid some attention to John’s Crazy Socks since its December 2016 founding, but … Read more

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