You Belong Here! Supporting, Educating, and Advocating in the Green River Area.

Empowering individuals with Down syndrome to reach their full potential, while providing a lifetime of compassionate support, advocacy, and guidance for their families.

GRADSA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

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Where Are You on Your Journey?

Navigating a diagnosis should never feel overwhelming. Explore tailored programs, resources, and community circles crafted specifically to support your loved one's direct milestones from infancy through adulthood.

Green River Area Down Syndrome Association

Early Years (Ages 0-5)

Empathetic new diagnosis support guides, clinical developmental milestones, early intervention networks, and parent networking playgroups.

Green River Area Down Syndrome Association

School Age (Ages 6-12)

Classroom inclusion strategies, individualized education program (IEP) support resources, youth events, and community development.

Green River Area Down Syndrome Association

Teens & Transitions (Ages 13-17)

Adolescent social networking clubs, life-skills program paths, transition structures out of grade school, and healthy peer relationship builders.

Green River Area Down Syndrome Association

Adults (Ages 18+)

Independent lifestyle strategies, comprehensive self-advocacy workshops, peer social networks, and inclusive employment search tools.

Community Outreach

We champion inclusive, loving environments by equipping public leaders with modern training and advocacy tools.

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For Educators

Access comprehensive classroom inclusion blueprints, arrange a peer integration presentation at your school, or request a customized workshop today.

Get Educator Resources →

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For Medical Providers

Enhance clinical patient care with updated, empathetic guidelines for presenting initial diagnoses to parents. Request our resource folders for your clinic.

Request Down Syndrome Information Folders →

Upcoming Calendar Events

Oct 14

Annual Buddy Walk

Smothers Park | Owensboro, KY

Oct 22

New Parent Social Hour

GRADSA Regional Office

Nov 5

Teen Transition Bowling League

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