Our Mission
Down Syndrome Network Oregon is a faith-based support group that provides comfort and acceptance for families, friends and individuals with Down syndrome. It is our goal to use community outreach events to create a vision of hope and awareness to demonstrate that every life brings value to the world.
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36th National Down Syndrome Congress Convention
July 11 - 13, 2008
The conference will be held in Boston, Massachusetts and is a great opportunity to learn more about Down syndrome.
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National Institute on Recreation Inclusion
September 4 - 7, 2008
The National Institute on Recreation Inclusion (NIRI) in Eugene, Oregon is a key event for those seeking knowledge about the inclusion process. The conference provides hands-on learning though workshops and training as well as a forum for discussion on inclusion issues, cutting-edge ideas and new learning opportunities. Attendees will learn valuable tools and techniques necessary to design, implement and evaluate recreation programs for customers with and without disabilities; explore new ways to enhance current programs; learn how to best utilize staff resources while building partnerships within the community for greater impact; and receive updates on the Americans with Disabilities Act - specifically issues dealing with playgrounds, facilities and recent court decisions.
All NIRI 2008 program sessions are identified and divided into the following themes/levels of practice:
Bri Maier The Karen Gaffney Foundation PMB 199 25 NW 23rd PL, STE 6 Portland, OR 97210 |

“When Megan was born, I was unprepared and totally overwhelmed. The early months of her life were filled with many trips to the doctor, unanswered questions and feelings of isolation.
By meeting other parents of children with disabilities, I began to realize that Megan was my mission. Megan has brought laughter, joy and endless love to my husband, myself, her three older brothers and those around her. She is the sparkle in our lives.”





