Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis

Address

1300 Strassner Drive
Brentwood, MO 63144

(314) 961-2504

www.dsagsl.org

AKA:

DSAGSL

Description:

To serve, support, and celebrate the lives of individuals with Down syndrome and their families, through every stage of life. Services include Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups, Children's Play Groups, Specialized Information and Referral, Libraries and Workshops/Symposiums, skill building programs for individuals with Down syndrome of all ages, social family events, online programs, benefits navigation.

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

March 6, 2024

Employer ID:

431108833

Year Incorporated:

1976

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

1300 Strassner Drive
Brentwood, MO 63144

Contacts

Erin Suelmann

Executive Director

(314) 833-7554

info@dsagsl.og

Phone Numbers

Main

(314) 961-2504

Fax

(314) 989-1579

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Accessibility:

Designated parking, Outside ramps, Wheelchair access, Public transportation access

Description

Offers family support, benefits navigation support, resources, referrals, workshops and education for caregivers of individuals with Down Syndrome.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

Call for details

Eligibility

Parents, siblings or other caregivers who are taking care of an adult with Down syndrome

Fees

Free

Intake Procedure

Call for details

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Charles and St. Louis City/County in Missouri

Geography Served

None

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Description

Small Steps Therapeutic Playgroup: Playgroup for babies and toddlers with networking for parents.

Hours

Call for Hours

Required Documents

No Documentation Required

Eligibility

Parents of infants and toddlers with Down Syndrome

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call for intake

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Charles and St. Louis City/County in Missouri

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Missouri
    • Saint Charles County
      • Saint Louis County
        • Saint Louis City County
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        Description

        Provides assistance with finding community based employment. The program offers training, internships, hand-on employment opportunities, and volunteering experiences.

        Hours

        Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

        Required Documents

        Call for details

        Eligibility

        Individuals 18 years and older with Down Syndrome

        Fees

        Call for details

        Intake Procedure

        Call for details

        Languages

        English

        Service Area

        St. Charles and St. Louis City/County in Missouri

        Geography Served

          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

        • Missouri
          • Saint Charles County
            • Saint Louis County
              • Saint Louis City County
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              Description

              Community Awareness Ambassadors: Trained parents, professionals and advocates are available to present on issues related to Down syndrome and Ability awareness.

              Hours

              Call for Hours

              Required Documents

              Call for details

              Eligibility

              Individuals who are interested in better serving and helping individuals with Down syndrome.

              Fees

              Call for details

              Intake Procedure

              Call for details

              Languages

              English

              Service Area

              Anyone living in Eastern Missouri or Southern Illinois

              Geography Served

                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

              • Missouri
                • Saint Charles County
                  • Saint Louis County
                    • Saint Louis City County
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                    Description

                    Offers a book lending library with materials on Down Syndrome.

                    Hours

                    Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

                    Required Documents

                    No Documentation Required

                    Eligibility

                    Down Syndrome related issues

                    Fees

                    No Fees

                    Intake Procedure

                    Call or Apply In Person

                    Languages

                    English

                    Service Area

                    St. Charles and St. Louis City/County in Missouri

                    Geography Served

                      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                    • Illinois
                      • Missouri
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                        Description

                        Participants will be placed into a band consisting of four-five musicians to learn how to participate in a rock band. Each band will perform music based on their likes. At the end of the program, participants will perform as a band at an actual performance venue.

                        Hours

                        Call for Hours

                        Required Documents

                        Parent or guardian must complete application

                        Eligibility

                        Age 10 years and older with Down Syndrome

                        Fees

                        $100.00 and participants receive a t-shirt

                        Intake Procedure

                        Call or Visit Website To Apply at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a054ea5a72ca6f49-rock#/

                        Languages

                        English

                        Service Area

                        St. Charles and St. Louis City/County in Missouri

                        Geography Served

                          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                        • Missouri
                          • Saint Charles County
                            • Saint Louis County
                              • Saint Louis City County
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                              Description

                              Offers a one year internship to adults with Down syndrome through a formal internship program. Interns are paired with a staff person to work on various projects and events that take place throughout the year. Works with interns to set goals and meets regularly to ensure interns are getting the most out of the program.

                              Hours

                              Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

                              Required Documents

                              Completed office internship application

                              Eligibility

                              Individuals age 18 years and older with Down Syndrome

                              Fees

                              No fees

                              Intake Procedure

                              Call or Visit Website to Apply at https://dsagsl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/R2W-Career-Solutions-Training-Application-fillable-2022-1.pdf

                              Languages

                              English

                              Service Area

                              St. Charles and St. Louis City/County in Missouri

                              Geography Served

                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                              • Missouri
                                • Saint Charles County
                                  • Saint Louis County
                                    • Saint Louis City County
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                                    Description

                                    New parents of children born with Down Syndrome can be matched with a mentor.

                                    Hours

                                    Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

                                    Required Documents

                                    Call for details

                                    Eligibility

                                    New parents of children born with Down Syndrome

                                    Fees

                                    Call for details

                                    Intake Procedure

                                    Call To Apply

                                    Languages

                                    English

                                    Service Area

                                    St. Charles and St. Louis City/County in Missouri

                                    Geography Served

                                      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                    • Missouri
                                      • Saint Charles County
                                        • Saint Louis County
                                          • Saint Louis City County
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                                          Description

                                          Ready 2 Work Academy: Students in the class will explore and identify their passions, learn about opportunities, practice employment skills and learn how to apply for a job. Ready 2 Work Jr. Academy: Helping students in high school get a start on job-readiness for post-graduation. Program may include volunteer work and internships. Also offers summer classes, job-site visits and one-on-one mentoring.

                                          Hours

                                          Call for Hours

                                          Required Documents

                                          Call for details

                                          Eligibility

                                          Ready 2 Work Academy: Individuals age 18 years and older with Down syndrome Ready 2 Work Jr. Academy: High school aged students with Down syndrome

                                          Fees

                                          Call for details

                                          Intake Procedure

                                          Call for details

                                          Languages

                                          English

                                          Service Area

                                          St. Charles and St. Louis City/County in Missouri

                                          Geography Served

                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                          • Missouri
                                            • Saint Charles County
                                              • Saint Louis County
                                                • Saint Louis City County
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                                                Description

                                                Offers a variety of in-person and online skill building and social programs.

                                                Hours

                                                Visit Website at www.dsagsl.org/programs/steps-to-independence/ for calendar of upcoming classes

                                                Required Documents

                                                Call for details

                                                Eligibility

                                                Individuals 18 years and older with Down Syndrome

                                                Fees

                                                Call for details

                                                Intake Procedure

                                                call for details

                                                Languages

                                                English

                                                Service Area

                                                St. Charles and St. Louis City/County in Missouri

                                                Geography Served

                                                  If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                • Missouri
                                                  • Saint Charles County
                                                    • Saint Louis County
                                                      • Saint Louis City County
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                                                      Description

                                                      Provides information and resources related to Down syndrome.

                                                      Hours

                                                      Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

                                                      Required Documents

                                                      No Documentation Required

                                                      Eligibility

                                                      No Restrictions

                                                      Fees

                                                      No Fees

                                                      Intake Procedure

                                                      Call For Service

                                                      Languages

                                                      English

                                                      Service Area

                                                      St. Charles and St. Louis City/County in Missouri

                                                      Geography Served

                                                        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                      • Missouri
                                                        • Saint Charles County
                                                          • Saint Louis County
                                                            • Saint Louis City County
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                                                            Description

                                                            This camp teaches individuals with developmental disabilities ages 8 and older to ride a conventional two wheeled bike.

                                                            Hours

                                                            July 16, 2019 to July 18, 2019 9:30am to 12:00pm (noon) at United Services for Children, 4140 Old Mill Parkway, St. Peters, MO 63304

                                                            Required Documents

                                                            Completed application

                                                            Eligibility

                                                            - Ages 3-5 years - Diagnosed with a developmental disability - Able to walk without assistive device - Willing and able to wear a bike helmet - Able to sidestep to both sides - Able to attend camp all 5 days - Weight of no more than 220 pounds - Minimum inseam of 20 inches (measured from floor while rider is wearing sneakers)

                                                            Fees

                                                            Call for Details

                                                            Intake Procedure

                                                            Go to www.dsagsl.org/programs/next-steps/bike-camp to download the application, mail in or deliver application and payment to office

                                                            Languages

                                                            English

                                                            Service Area

                                                            Illinois and Missouri

                                                            Geography Served

                                                            None

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                                                            Description

                                                            Activities include music time with Midwest Music Therapy, gross motor exercises with Special Olympics Young Athletes program, and more! Spots are limited and registration is required.

                                                            Hours

                                                            5:30-7:00pm 4th Wednesday of each month at the Collinsville Activity Center 3rd Thursday of each month at the DSAGSL Office in Brentwood January 2023 – May 2023

                                                            Required Documents

                                                            Call For Details

                                                            Eligibility

                                                            Children ages 3-8 born with Down syndrome

                                                            Fees

                                                            Call For Details

                                                            Intake Procedure

                                                            Register on website at dsagsl.org/forms/programs-registration/

                                                            Languages

                                                            English

                                                            Service Area

                                                            St. Charles County in Missouri

                                                            Geography Served

                                                              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                            • Missouri
                                                              • Saint Charles County
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                                                              Description

                                                              Offers workshops for adults and teens with Down syndrome and their caregivers to help plan and prepare for the future.

                                                              Hours

                                                              Call for Hours

                                                              Required Documents

                                                              Call for details

                                                              Eligibility

                                                              Teens and adults with Down syndrome

                                                              Fees

                                                              $10.00

                                                              Intake Procedure

                                                              Call or Visit Website at www.dsagsl.org/events/conferences-seminars/ to register

                                                              Languages

                                                              English

                                                              Service Area

                                                              St. Charles and St. Louis City/County in Missouri

                                                              Geography Served

                                                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                              • Illinois
                                                                • Missouri
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