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Families Raising, Inspiring, Educating and Networking for Down Syndrome.

Expectant Parents

F.R.I.E.N.D.S. is here to assist Learning that your unborn baby has Down syndrome can be very difficult to hear. This unexpected news may generate a wide range of emotions and unanswered questions.

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New Parents

CLICK READ MORE FOR PARENT PACKS The parent packets are delivered to the Labor & Delivery, NICU, and to the hospitals Social Workers to ensure they are available to you.

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For Physicians

Learning the Diagnosis This is extremely difficult for parents and should be handled delicately. Physician’s please watch the attached film

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14 April 2019

Easter Bunny and Easter Egg Hunt!

Join the Easter Bunny for a hopping fun Easter Egg hunt! Sunday April 14th.

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11 March 2019

Read our Letter from DEO

Congratulations on your recognition as a Florida Unique Abilities Partner. We are excited you have become our partner in providing career and financial opportunities to individuals with unique abilities.

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23 March 2019

Rumble At The River

Join us March 23rd for Rumble at the River!

Bike Show at Rivers Edge Bar and Grill!

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March 25, 2019

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05:00pm TENNIS CLINIC

09:00am BUDDY UP TENNIS ...

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07:00pm F.S.A. DANCE

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12:00am ROCK YOUR SOCKS ...

07:00pm WDSD PAINTING W ...

01:00pm BORN TO RIDE RU ...

05:00pm ME & U ADAPTIVE ...

12:00pm Baby Friends - ...

09:30am BABY FRIENDS BR ...

April

Upcoming Events

25 Mar 2019
05:00PM - 06:00PM
ME & U ADAPTIVE FITNESS - LARGO

26 Mar 2019
12:00PM - 02:00PM
Baby Friends - Westchase/Oldsmar

29 Mar 2019
09:30AM - 11:30AM
BABY FRIENDS BRANDON

01 Apr 2019
05:00PM - 06:00PM
ME & U ADAPTIVE FITNESS - LARGO

05 Apr 2019
05:00PM - 06:00PM
TENNIS CLINIC

06 Apr 2019
09:00AM - 10:00AM
BUDDY UP TENNIS

08 Apr 2019
05:00PM - 06:00PM
ME & U ADAPTIVE FITNESS - LARGO

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