Down Syndrome Awareness Group
of East Tennessee

The Down Syndrome Awareness Group of East Tennessee (DSAG), a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) organization, is a parent-initiated organization developed to provide information and support to families of individuals with Down syndrome (DS) and to raise awareness within the community about the abilities of individuals with DS and the benefits of their inclusion into society.

DSAG works to educate and link individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and professionals by:

• Educating individuals and families about available resources and programs
• Hosting conferences on information pertinent to Down syndrome
• Organizing socials in order for individuals and families to network
• Providing Down Comfort Gifts with information to new parents
• Publishing our newsletter and providing other pertinent information and support

DSAG serves the following counties in East Tennessee:
Anderson, Blount, Campbell, Claiborne, Cocke, Grainger, Hamblen, Hancock, Hawkins, Jefferson, Knox, Loudon, McMinn*, Morgan, Roane, Scott, Sevier, Union
* McMinn county is dually served by DSAG and by the Chattanooga Down Syndrome Society.

Activities Scholarship Form

Tennessee specialty license plate for Down Syndrome Awareness

DADS East Tennessee Kick-Off
Thursday, April 19, 2012 - 6:30pm
Where: Calhoun's at Turkey Creek (location)

DSAG Zoo Day
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Where: Knoxville Zoo (directions)

DSAG First Friday
Friday, May 4, 2012 - 6:30pm
Where: West Park Baptist Church (map)

Buddy Walk
Sunday, October 7, 2012