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Who is Delco DSIG?

The Delaware County Down Syndrome Interest Group (DSIG) was formed in 1990 by a group of families touched by Down Syndrome, and we are dedicated to living successfully.

We believe our children’s’ futures are bright. We reject the notion that a diagnosis of Down Syndrome predetermines a person’s value or future. We strive to promote professional and public awareness and encourage inclusion for those with Down Syndrome. 
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Our Mission Statement

  • To reach out to expectant and new parents of a child with Down Syndrome in the manner of Parent to Parent.
  • To be supportive of and provide social interaction for people with Down Syndrome, their families, friends and acquaintances.
  • To aid and challenge each family to constantly evaluate and re-think how new ideas, information and technology may help or affect their child with Down Syndrome.
  • To educate the general public by assisting members of our community in learning to see people with disabilities as people, not as their disability.
  • As a group, we respect individual choices regarding the education, living arrangements and employment choices made by the individual members of the group. We recognize that each family is doing their best to provide for their child and that no one knows their child better that they do themselves.

Board of Directors

Patty White - President

President
Patty White

Yuhanna Bishar - Seceratary

Treasurer
Yuhanna Bishar

Megan Califano - Event Coordinator

Event Coordinator
Megan Califano

Shirley Bishar - Board Member

Board Member
Shirley Bishar

Board Member
Kelsey Mango

Christa Ventura

Board Member
Christa Ventura

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Secretary
Lauren DiPasquale

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New/Expecting Parents

There are a vast number of resources available to new/expecting parents on our site.

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We are always looking for new DSIG Board Members, so if you feel that you have the time to commit to this great organization, please contact us for more information.

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Delco DSIG is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code. Donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. Unless specifically requested by the donor, donations are not considered restricted and all donations are confirmed with a receipt for tax reporting purpose.

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