The Blog
25 Years of the Toledo Buddy Walk: How It All Began
Twenty-five years ago, the Toledo Buddy Walk started with a new mom looking for answers. When Max was born, Pam Armstrong wanted to learn everything...
Celebrating Down Syndrome: The Story Behind the World Down Syndrome Day Carnival
Each year, families, friends, and neighbors gather in Findlay for a colorful and joy-filled celebration of World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD). What...
Thoughtful Gift Guides for Kids with Down Syndrome
When choosing gifts for kids with Down syndrome, the best toys are the ones that spark joy again and again and help support important developmental...
Toledo Rotary Club Foundation Grant to fund new Family Resource Closet
The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Toledo (DSAGT) is excited to announce that they have received a $3,000 grant from the Toledo Rotary Club...
Board Member Spotlight- Get to know Hannah Lietaert
1. Tell us a little bit about yourself!I was born and raised in the greater Toledo area & I currently reside in Lambertville, MI. This is my 3rd...
Board Member Spotlight-Get to know Brittany Rysz
1. Tell us a little bit about yourself!I’m Brittany, a board member of DSAGT! Born and raised in Erie, MI, I currently live in Sylvania with my...
Board Member Spotlight- Get to know Amy Allen
1. Tell us a little bit about yourself!My family and I currently live in Sylvania, OH. My husband and I have two sons (ages 29 and 26), two...
Board Member Spotlight- Get to know Nate Seevers
1. Tell us a little bit about yourself!My name is Nate Seevers, I am the board treasurer. I live in Toledo, Ohio with my wife Devin and our two boys...
Board Member Spotlight- Get to know Robin Laird
Tell us a little bit about yourself! I recently became Board President of DSAGT. I've been on the board for almost two years. I am (nearly) a...
Autism Awareness Month – a parent’s view
April is Autism Awareness Month! Autism Sprectrum Disorder (ASD) refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by repetitive behaviors, lack...