Resources

Useful Websites

• The National Down Syndrome Society
• Down Syndrome for New Parents
• NDSS Buddy Walk Site
• Uno Mas Site
• Early Steps, Louisiana’s Early Intervention Program 
• Families Helping Families of Louisiana 
• Easter Seals of Louisiana  
• The Arc of Caddo-Bossier  
• National Association of Down Syndrome 

Books

• Babies with Down Syndrome: A New Parent's Guide -- (2nd edition) Stray-Gundersen, K. (Ed.) (1995). Rockville, MD: Woodbine House. Especially for new parents, this book addresses the medical, emotional, educational and social issues related to Down syndrome. Available from Woodbine House at www.woodbinehouse.com or (800) 843-7323.
• Understanding Down Syndrome: An Introduction for Parents -- Cunningham, C. (1996). Cambridge, MA: Brookline Books. Offering insight on the care of young children, adolescents and older people with Down syndrome, this book emphasizes the importance of professional guidance and how to obtain it. Available from Brookline Books at www.brooklinebooks.com or (800) 666-2665.
• A Parent's Guide to Down Syndrome: Toward a Brighter Future -- Pueschel, S.M. (2000). Baltimore MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co. Aimed both at parents and professionals, this book focuses on the physical, mental, social and emotional aspects of Down syndrome, placing special emphasis on early intervention. Available from Brookes Publishing at www.brookespublishing.com or (800) 638-3775.
• A Parent's Guide to Down Syndrome: Toward a Brighter Future -- Pueschel, S.M. (2000). Baltimore MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co. Aimed both at parents and professionals, this book focuses on the physical, mental, social and emotional aspects of Down syndrome, placing special emphasis on early intervention. Available from Brookes Publishing at www.brookespublishing.com or (800) 638-3775.