The Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville (DSAJ) is a non-profit organization committed to helping people with Down syndrome achieve their full potential and to helping create a community that is educated, supportive, and inclusive of individuals with Down syndrome.
Vision StatementWe envision a community where all people with Down syndrome are actively included, given opportunities to participate and contribute as valued citizens, and have the choice to create their own path to fulfillment and success.
HistoryIn 1989, the Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville was founded by a handful of families who recognized the need to have a support group in the Jacksonville community. The focus was, and continues to be, to provide awareness and education 
and to help individuals with Down syndrome reach their potential. Our association has continued to grow with over 1,500 individuals, families and community members.
2010 Buddy Walk!
We have set our goal at $150,000 for our 8th Annual Buddy Walk® which will take place Saturday, October 2, 2010.
*Team captains will choose color for team shirts with team name on back!
Shirt Colors | Get Details | Register Online
DSAJ All-Star Beach Run 5K!
The DSAJ is proud to announce our first annual 5K run on the beach preceding theBuddy Walk festivities. The run will begin at 8am on Saturday, October 2nd. Packet pickup will occur at Jacksonville Running Company on Friday, October 1st from 11am to 7pm. Same day registration will begin at 7am. For more information and to register click here.
Upcoming Events
Lil' Stars September Meeting-Saturday September 18, 2010. Details:
St. Mark's Episcopal Preschool Building
4114 Oxford Ave.
Jacksonville, FL 32210
10:00am - 12:00pm
Tickets Fore Charity-October 18-24th; click here for flyer.
The National Down Syndrome Congress has created a guide to assist physicians facing the challenge of informing parents that a child has or may have Down syndrome. For this invaluable guide,
click here.
Informational packets for parents are provided by the DSAJ at all local Jacksonville hospitals. These packets offer local resource information as well as valuable support information. They are available on the Obstetrics floor of the hospital. You may also contact us at 904.353.6300 or email us to have one delivered directly to you.
The Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville gives presentations to the medical community on best practices for delivering the diagnosis of Down syndrome. We would be glad to present to you and your staff. Please contact us if you are interested.
Download our Sharing the News brochure here. This may be helpful to you and your staff.
