Mission

USOD Mission

To provide support, education, and advocacy for people with Down syndrome, their families and communities.

Vision

The Up Side of Downs is committed to building a community where people with Down syndrome have the opportunity to reach their fullest potential.

History

In the early 1980’s, a handful of parents whose children had Down syndrome began to meet informally over coffee for socialization and support. Thirty years later, with the help of many supporters, their vision and hard work has taken the Up Side of Downs from a grassroots parent movement to a staffed nonprofit organization joining over 800 families throughout Northeast Ohio.

We invite you to connect with our supportive community, to join us at one of our many programs & services, do research in our comprehensive resource directory, read our latest e-newsletter, enjoy our scrapbook photo gallery and so much more.