Welcome to The Down Syndrome Association of Charlotte

The Down Syndrome Association of Charlotte (DSAC) is a non-profit, family support organization.The goal of the DSAC and it's families is to enable individuals with Down syndrome (DS) to reach their full potential and become respected members of their community.

Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for all individuals with DS by providing information and support to families, professionals and the community through educational and social activities.

The DSAC New Parent Packet

Congratulations! Having a baby is an exciting and anxious time for all parents, and even more so for us as parents of children with Down Syndrome. We want you to know you are not alone and that we understand many of the feelings you are experiencing right now. We are here for you and your family in any way that we can be. Learn more about DSAC with our New Parent Handbook.

English and Spanish Versions Available for Download

Click here to download the English Version (PDF)
Click here to download the Spanish Version (PDF)

Go Green! Do We Have Your Current Email?

The DSAC has begun sending out the monthly newsletter via email. Members are encouraged, but certainly not required, to take this publication “electronically”. You may log in and update your mailing preferences and/or any other changes to your contact information. Alternatively you can email changes to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology issued a new Practice Bulletin

The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology issued a new Practice Bulletin (attached) in its December issue of its medical journal, Obstetrics and Gynecology, entitled, "Invasive Prenatal Testing for Aneuploidy." This Practice Bulletin extends the previous guidelines by now calling upon all women, regardless of age, to be offered invasive prenatal testing (such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling) for conditions such as Down syndrome. The previous guidelines, issued a year ago, recommended only prenatal screening tests (such as the quadruple and triple screens).