Day 5 of October Down Syndrome Awareness Month! We are celebrating people with Down syndrome by sharing our local individuals with Down syndrome every day this month with their stories. Help spread awareness, acceptance, and meaningful inclusion in schools and community!

Devon was born in the country of Panama. He’s been diagnosed with both Down syndrome and Autism. At 12 years old, he’s our little pipsqueak, a tiny guy who’s happy most of the time. Devon loves dancing to music, his favorite DVD’s – the Backyardigans, VeggieTales, and Baby Einstein – and getting horsey-back rides from his big sister in the ocean or pool. Our family has participated in the Buddy Walk/Step Up for Down Syndrome since he was 2 – which he typically enjoys while being pulled in his beloved little red wagon. Don and Jenn King.
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Day 4 of October Down Syndrome Awareness Month! We are celebrating people with Down syndrome by sharing our local individuals with Down syndrome every day this month with their stories. Help spread awareness, acceptance, and meaningful inclusion in schools and community!??

Penny is such a doll. She’ll be one on October 23rd and it’s been a magical year. In that timespan Penny has taught us so much about resilience and joy. From a 5-week stay in the NICU to a heart operation to the lockdown Penny has shown us how to slow down, take things one day at a time, and love each other unconditionally. As the adults worried about the lockdown, Penny was thrilled that everyone would be home now, especially her big brother. She’s very mischievous and has a contagious laugh. We love to observe her as she observes the world, darting her eyes from one exciting thing to the next. On her To-Do List: join the fun in the deep end of the pool, swing from the monkey bars, and eat a slice of pizza.
Doris Bravo-Hieger
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Day 3 of October Down Syndrome Awareness Month! We are celebrating people with Down syndrome by sharing our local individuals with Down syndrome every day this month with their stories. Help spread awareness, acceptance, and meaningful inclusion in schools and community!??

Noah is 11 years old. He loves all things to do with the ocean! Surfing, swimming, playing with dolphins and stingrays, etc.. He was a silver medalist in basketball at the Florida State Special Olympics earlier this year and enjoys playing soccer and baseball too. He enjoys traveling with mom and can’t wait till their next adventure! He especially loves dancing, acting and making people laugh. Rain Ruth
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Dear family and friends,

Due to our current situation with the Coronavirus (COVID-19) we cannot celebrate together in person on this day, but that won’t stop us from celebrating from wherever we might be! Let’s show our love and support to people with Down syndrome across the globe, join us this Saturday VIRTUALLY, share with us of how you’ll be celebrating World Down Syndrome Day!

We can’t wait to see your photos