​DS-ASD

What is DS-ASD?

DS–ASD” refers to a condition known as co-occurring Down syndrome and autism spectrum Disorder. It is believed that up to 18%(some research suggests up to 39%) of individuals with Down syndrome also have autism spectrum disorder.
                                                                                                                                                                                -DS-ASD Connection

Join our New Facebook Group!

We wanted to create a special place just for families living with a co-occurring diagnosis of Down syndrome and ASD. Our new DS-ASD Facebook group will help families connect, share resources and celebrate successes together with other families living in Northwest Ohio and Southern Michigan.

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DSAGT Resources

Resources provided from Dr. Danielle DeLong PsyD, HSP, BCBA-D, COBA Director of Psychology Services at Harbor:

Autism Resources-Northwest Ohio

DSAGT Lending Library Resources available:

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Local Resources

Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Clinics

Harbor (567-408-7242)
Mercy Autism Services (419-794-7259)
ProMedica Autism Early Learning Program (419-291-7080)
Capable Kids (419-346-8269)
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center (419-830-0078)
Center for Autism & Dyslexia (567-525-4487)
Gateway Pediatric Therapy (419-574-9290)

Support Organizations

Autism Society of Northwest Ohio
Avenues for Autism
​Bittersweet Farms

National Resources

DS-ASD Connection
National Down Syndrome Society
Autism Speaks
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