Services
Assistance for wherever you’re at on your journey
Currently, more than 5,500 people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) are supported through our services, education, and resources. From educational and employment services to life enrichment support, our programs serve individuals and families across the state wherever they are on their journey.
Accessible support for all
Whether you’ve just received a diagnosis, are navigating schools and transitioning into adulthood, or are supporting an aging individual, we’re here to help. For everyone from self-advocates, families, and teachers to employers and healthcare professionals, we provide one-on-one services, group classes, small groups, and more for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities of all ages across the state of Wisconsin.
Fraternal Support
We provide assistance for your entire family through events, programming, and support groups for parents, caregivers, and siblings. No matter where you live, we’re ready to help you and your loved one across their lifespan.
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Education & Outreach
From families, medical professionals, workplaces, students, and educators to the general public, we provide educational resources (such as hosting webinars, conferences, peer sensitivity training, and more) to help people understand more about Down syndrome.
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Employment
We provide services such as career discovery, work readiness, and work-based learning support to improve employment outcomes for people with disabilities.
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Life enrichment
From diagnosis through old age, we serve people with Down syndrome and other disabilities of all ages across Wisconsin. We offer one-on-one services, group classes, small groups, virtual education, and more for you and your loved one across their lifespan.
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Information & Referral Services
We offer gold-star resources and live navigation services to people with disabilities, parents, professionals, and more.
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Chapters Across Wisconsin
No matter where you live, there’s support available. Across Wisconsin, there are many chapters and parent support groups that are ready to connect with you
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DSAW was the first organization that taught us everything was going to be OK and helped us with the resources we needed in order to live an amazing life.
Mike, Parent, DSAW Member & Volunteer