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Welcome to Down Syndrome Advocates in Action Nebraska! 

​We are a 501(c)3 not for profit formed by advocates with over 20 years of experience, who want to promote inclusion and acceptance of individuals with Down syndrome of all ages in the state of Nebraska.  We hope to encourage families to be an active participant in helping all individuals with Down syndrome to achieve their full potential.  ​By working together we can accomplish many great things!  

​New Parents


​Congratulations! We would like to welcome your family to our community.  If you did not receive our welcome bag at the hospital, please complete the New Parent Gift Bag Request .  While you may be overwhelmed at the news of a new diagnosis, you are not alone.  We are here to provide you with current and accurate information about Down syndrome and can match you with a trained parent mentor.  We have resources for prenatal diagnosis, postnatal diagnosis, and Grandparents.  In 2016 we helped to pass the Nebraska Down Syndrome Information and Support Act to regulate information new families receive at the time of diagnosis.  If you were not given this information or a link to the NE DHHS website by your medical provider please contact us so that we can reach out to them to make sure they have the correct information to support future families receiving a diagnosis in Nebraska.  
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DSAANE Kindness Rocks. 
If you find a rock hiding in Nebraska that says dsaane.org on the back it was likely from our Buddy Walk Rock hiding day on September 1st 2020.  It was a day to spread awareness, joy and kindness to our community.  If you found a rock please post on Facebook and tag Down Syndrome Advocates in Action Ne or #dsaarocks so we can see who received our messages of hope and encouragement.
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Events

EVENTS AT A GLANCE

Buddy Walk T-shirt Deadline May 19th
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Give to Lincoln Day- May 26 DSAA Page

Lincoln Buddy Walk - June 4, 9-12 Gateway Mall
Register Here

Kearney Buddy Walk- June 12th, 12-3 Yanney Park
Register Here
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Next Chapter Book Club: We want to bring a Next Chapter Book Club Chapter to Lincoln and possibly beyond. Register to volunteer or participate here.
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Afternoon Club Zoom Meetings, Monday, Wednesday and Fridays at 4 pm. Mondays-Ladies Only, Wednesdays-Just the Guys, and Fridays Everyone - Password Action
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Kearney Monthly Meeting- typically 1st Sunday , 4 pm.

Parent Zoom Chat- 1st Thursday of the Month, 8:30 pm

Join us for Virtual Covid Camp in a Box.
Date TBD - Home Depot Camp. - We have secured more supplies to host another camp! 4 years old and up with support. Camp is limited to 10 campers. Claim a spot.
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Click to view videovimeo.com/236265155

​Want to connect with other families, but can't seem to fit events into your busy schedule?  Family Connection Webinar series may be able to help.  We will meet  on various topics of interest to families in our community. To find out more join our private Facebook group here or fill out this online form to get an email invitation to each webinar.

Resources


​We are happy to provide you with access to both local and national resources that are available to you or your family.  The links to these organizations are provided to help you access the information you need in a timely manner.  
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National Organizations we Support and Partner with. 

Shop Our Down Syndrome Awareness Items.
Show your support with Down syndrome awareness buttons or magnets, or choose a Lucky Few Tattoo inspired necklace or car decal. Choose from one of our favoirte styles, or work with us to create a custom design. See more.