Step Up For Down Syndrome
Calling all advocates: Join us for the largest gathering of our community! We can't wait to see you!
Step Up for Down Syndrome Baltimore (formerly The Baltimore Buddy Walk®) highlights that individuals with Down syndrome are vital and valued members of our larger communities. Typically, over 1,000 people come together to celebrate and advocate in Baltimore. Step Up with Us! You do not need to have a personal connection to be an advocate.
*NEW THIS YEAR* Two Dates, Two Regional Events, One Community.
1. In Baltimore (or virtually) on Sat, Oct 25th.
2. On the Eastern Shore (or virtually) on Sat, Nov 1st in Salisbury
Follow along on social media (@DSAMaryland) using: #StepUpBaltimore and #StepUpEasternShore
Why Step Up?
For decades, the Down Syndrome Association of Maryland has been a cornerstone of the community, providing resources, advocacy, and connection.
But our work is far from over: New families join our community each year, and community members with Down syndrome are living longer than ever before. DSAmd's commitment to providing comprehensive support is becoming even more essential as we grow, and the community changes.
In the last 5 years, the Association has grown exponentially - and you can help sustain and expand on that growth:
- 150+% increase in number of events
- Expansion of support on Maryland's Eastern Shore
- Brand new therapeutic programming including free and low-cost speech therapy, improvisation class to build self-advocacy skills, and boxing classes for coordination and strength
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