Down Syndrome South Africa in the National Umbrella Body of all Down Syndrome Associations accross South Africa. We currently have 7 branches and 3 support groups in most of the major centres of the country. (Check out branches on side bar). We are a non-profit organizations (NPO 009-415)which is made up of people with Down syndrome, their families and interested persons working to improve the quality of life for those with Down syndrome.THINK of me FIRST as a PERSONYou look at me with pity, concern or indifference,for I am a disabled child.But you see only the outside me.If I could express myself,I would tell you what I am inside.I am very much like you!Think of me first as a person,who hurts and loves and feels joy.And know I am a child to encourage and direct.Smile and say hello... even that is enough.Author unknown
