Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta

11/06/2025

Over the weekend we lost Dr. Blackston an amazing doctor that helped so many of our families.

🩵About Dr. Blackston:
Dr Blackston was a longtime medical advisor and friend to the families and members of the. dsaa. Beginning at least in the 1970s he was the “go to” doc for parents of a child with DS. His reputation grew, coming to the attention of the Bernie Marcus family who founded the Marcus Center for Developmental Disabilities at Emory University in 1990. Dr Blackston was appointed Medical Director.

For many years Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta awarded The R. Dwain Blackston Award to a member of the Atlanta medical community who practiced exceptional care, research and involvement in the lives of persons with DS. The association plans to award this honor again.

Finally and most importantly, Dr “B” touched many lives, in his professional capacity and personally. He came to our graduations, weddings, socials and sadly some funerals. We will all remember him, his support, and “Can we say Love”?!

🩵Thank you Nancy A. Armstrong for the beautiful write-up.

11/04/2025

Last year, thanks to the support of Locum Tenens, we launched our Keep the Lights On program to help families in our Down syndrome community. 💡💙

With the current SNAP benefit disruptions from the government shutdown, we know many families are feeling added stress. Food support is essential, and we want to help lighten the load where we can.

We are reopening this program to assist families experiencing food insecurity. Our grant can cover a utility bill (up to $250), giving you the ability to use those funds for groceries and essentials.

If your family could benefit from this support, please apply below. Be sure to read through the application carefully before submitting.

We’re here for you. 💙

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11/04/2025

We love any chance we get to gather! Perfect weather play date in Grant Park. Thank you to the wonderful moms who spearhead these play dates and make it happen!

🩵: Kimberly Gardner Knight

11/01/2025

It's open!

⛺Camp Brightside Registration is open! Registration closes December 1st!

Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta
GiGi's Playhouse Atlanta
Camp Twin Lakes

10/31/2025

Here you go

Application portal is now open!

10/30/2025

🎃 Happy Almost Halloween!!! Let us see those costumes!

10/29/2025

🎉We are so excited to announce that we are opening applications this weekend! Please check our dsaatl dot org website for more details.

⛺Camp Brightside supports individuals with Down Syndrome and their families by providing camp experiences that uplift, connect, and focus on growth.

🔆It is important to note: Campers are NOT secured a spot immediately upon registration, and must be reviewed/approved by Camp Brightside lead staff. After receiving your application and refundable deposit, a Camp Brightside staff member will reach out to set up an interview. Final admittance decisions are based on cabin logistics such as gender and age, as well as the interview - there is NO “first come, first served” policy. Lead staff will reach out to each family regarding final decisions after conducting all the interviews, usually in February.

🦋 Thank you so much to all our sponsors, especially The Caroline Thome Angel Fund, for making all of this happen!

10/28/2025

For our friends who are in need or facing food insecurity.

10/26/2025

🎉Congratulations Hannah!🩵

10/25/2025

Next week!

10/21/2025

Coming Soon!

🔆Be on the lookout! Registration will be announced on our social media and our Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta website!

10/20/2025

💙This Thursday!