On October 3, the StibbeFam and Princess Claire will be walking in our first-ever Buddy Walk! I am so excited and we are looking forward to this day. We had some awesome shirts made, will have a large group walking, and most importantly we are raising funds to benefit the Down Syndrome Alliance of the Midlands. If you feel moved to do so, a donation to this amazing organization would mean a lot to Claire Perie 🙂  https://www.ds-stride.org/omahabuddywalk/profiles/team/48

The DSAM has been invaluable to us over the past few months. Here is a little more about them:

The Down Syndrome Alliance of the Midlands is committed to connecting those touched by Down syndrome through education, advocacy and support. Our efforts include:

Parent Outreach

• Newborn Gifts & Parents Guides
• New Parent Connection Events
• Moms, D.A.D.S. & Grandparents groups
• Social events to promote a sense of community

Education Advocacy

• Down Syndrome Education Series that brings national experts in the fields of Down syndrome education, research, and health care to address Omaha families
• Self Advocate Scholarship Program
• Family Stipends for Conferences
• Down Syndrome Specialist Program in 20 local school districts
• Events to raise awareness and promote inclusion

Medical Outreach

• Presentations to OB-GYN, Perinatal, Maternal-Fetal Practices; Labor and Delivery and NICU Departments; Social Workers, Nursing Organizations, and Pediatric Practices
• Presentations to Metro Hospital Grand Rounds
• Engagement of nationally reknowned genetisists and researchers for presentations to local health care providers
• Support materials for MDs, RNs, and prenatally-diagnosed parents
• Resources on diagnosis of Down syndrome