Throughout the state of Wisconsin, DSAW consists of more than 1000 members. In early 2005, DSAW moved into a new office in the same building we've occupied since 2001, near 92nd and Beloit Avenue on the southwest side of Milwaukee. The daily office responsibilities are handled by our Office Administrator, Ellen Mayer, who has been with the Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin since 2001. Ellen's grandson, Tyler, is a lively seven year old with Down syndrome.
Currently, we have eleven members on the Board of Directors as well as over twenty statewide Advisory Board members. We're always looking for feedback and different ways to help, so be sure to contact us!
Mission
Our mission at the Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin (DSAW) is simple. We are here to provide support to families and individuals with Down syndrome through education, information, and the exchange of ideas and experiences.
New-parent information packets at hospitals and clinics throughout Wisconsin
Family matching services
Community education for members and health professionals
Special events that bring families and individuals together
Vision
The vision of DSAW is that we all understand the value of those with Down syndrome in our lives and our communities. We will continue to strive toward full acceptance, full access, full life and full potential.
As a policy, DSAW does not endorse any medical, therapeutic or special education alternatives. We are a primarily a volunteer organization that wishes to create an optimistic outlook about Down syndrome for our families and others. The purpose of this website is provide our members and the general community an educational background about and a source of information on issues related to Down syndrome.
Mission