Health/Disability Related Support Groups

Health/Disability Related Support Groups ( Down Syndrome )

Provider: DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF LOS ANGELES INC

The agency provides services for people with developmental disabilities related to Down Syndrome in Los Angeles County. Services include disability related counseling, disease/disability information, general activities for people with Down Syndrome, health/disability related support groups and parent support groups. There are no geographic restrictions.

Services include a variety of information, education, counseling, and support for families who have a member with Down Syndrome; information for the public and professionals; and advocacy to promote the welfare of people who have Down Syndrome and their families.

Services are provided by phone, through meetings, and during in-person appointments with peer counselors; information packets for new parents, students and the press; a list of local community resources, and a book list.

Information services for the public are offered by phone and through a speakers bureau which can provide presentations for professional organizations, schools and community groups. Advocacy services are mobilized through phone and letter-writing networks in response to issues that relate to people who have Down Syndrome and their families.

Recreational activities include acting, dance, photography, reading and other specialty groups; acting classes; and social clubs for teens.

Families, professionals, and other interested people may attend the organization's meetings which include speakers and films that relate to Down Syndrome and which provide an opportunity for participants to share and socialize with others who are dealing with similar feelings and problems. Parents who have been trained as counselors are also available to meet individually with parents or families to provide information, resources, and support. Peer counselors are available to make home or hospital visits, on request. APPLICATION PROCEDURE Call or write for information or to make an appointment. FEES/PAYMENT SOURCE There are no fees for any services for parents.
Languages
Armenian
Chinese-Cantonese
Farsi
French
German
Italian
Japanese
Spanish
Service Condition Fee

Address

P. O. Box 2535

North Hills , CA 91393 (Physical)

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Website

www.dsala.org
Service hours
Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 4:00pm, by appointment only.

Service/Intake

(818) 786-0001

FAX

(818) 786-0004

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