OTHER ORGANIZATIONS

While not directly related to the syndrome, these organizations can be of assistance to families having a handicapped child.

THE ARC
With more than 1,100 affiliated chapters and 140,000 members across the United States, The Arc (formerly Association for Retarded Citizens of the United States) is the country's largest voluntary organization committed to the welfare of all children and adults with mental retardation and their families. The Arc, with its rich history in advocacy and services, is comprised of individuals with mental retardation, family members, and professionals in the field of disability and other concerned citizens. The Arc has adopted various positions on issues that affect people with mental retardation and their families, and the organization's mission statement forms the basis for the organization's activities.

GENETIC ALLIANCE (formerly The Alliance of Genetic Support Groups)
Genetic Alliance is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families who have genetic disorders. Our toll-free helpline is a resource for consumers and professionals who are looking for genetic support groups and genetic services.

NORD
NORD is the only organization of its kind--a unique federation of more than 140 not-for-profit voluntary health organizations serving people with rare disorders and disabilities. Thousands of affected individuals and their families--as well as support groups, health care and human service professionals, and advocates for people with rare disorders and disabilities--rely on NORD's assistance and leadership. NORD is a charity and continues its mission through the kindness and generosity of its our donors.

A.N.D.
The Association for the Neurologically Disabled of Canada (A.N.D. Canada) is a Canadian non-profit charitable organization. We dedicate ourselves to providing functional rehabilitation programs to individuals with non-progressive neurological disabilities. With the help of A.N.D., higher achievement is within reach. Our goal is to help the neurologically disabled reach their full potential by treating the cause of the neurological disability rather than the symptom. Our unique home-based, non-institutionalized rehabilitation program attempts to stimulate the brain's ability to develop despite injury or inadequate development. It is a program which is individualized to meet the needs of each client and the abilities of each family.

CHROMOSOME DELETION OUTREACH, INC.
P.O. Box 724
Boca Raton, FL 33429-0724
(561) 395-4252
lindasorg@hotmail.com
CDO is a non-profit organization providing support & information to families affected by rare chromosome disorders. Information contained in any electronic mailing should be used for informational & supplemental purposes only. Please visit our website for detailed privacy policy and disclaimers. Please always contact your personal healthcare provider if you have questions or concerns. Our medical advisors and parent volunteers cannot be aware of the intricacies and uniqueness of your personal situation.

Viewpoint Mobility, L.L.C.
1815 Palmer St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49001 USA
Tel: 877-368-6022 Fax: 269-344-5649
info@viewpointmobility.com

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Mississauga, ON, L5L5 S8 CANADA
Tel: 905-828-1996 Tel: 800-561-9600
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