Our Mission

To provide individuals with Down syndrome and their families with the tools, resources and support necessary to participate in, contribute to ​and achieve personal fulfillment.​

Our Values

• We respect the rights, abilities and potential of people with Down syndrome, and expect others to do the same.
• We believe that people with Down syndrome should have the opportunity to make choices affecting their lives.
• We respect and support the role of families and the community in meeting the needs of people with Down syndrome.
• We value excellence in the quality of education, healthcare, and employment opportunities provided to people with Down syndrome.
• We value the opinions, beliefs, backgrounds, experiences, and contributions of our board, member families, and supporters in their roles advocating for the rights and abilities of people with Down syndrome.
• We value discourse between our members and members of the community that is respectful, productive, and provides an opportunity for growth in understanding and acceptance.

​Board of Directors

Krista Wilkinson, Interim President
Katie Feliz, Vice-President
Becky Brigman, Secretary
Grace Moyer, Treasurer
Tanya Roberts, Self-Advocate Board Member
Michele Dunleavy, Board Member
Medora Ebersole, Board Member
John Moses-Brownson, Board Member
Dennis Shea, Board Member 
Alison Smith, Board Member
​Dawn Sowers, Board Member
Susie Williams, Board Member
Read About Our Board Members Here >

CRDSS History

Centre County Down Syndrome Society (CRDSS) was established in 2006 by a group of parents to serve as table talk resource for families working their way through the world of special needs as it pertains to Down syndrome. We are thrilled to serve and live "Life to the Fullest" throughout the region. Thus, the board of directors unanimously voted in 2015 to change our name to Centre Region Down Syndrome Society and introduce a new logo that identifies us with our mission of serving families throughout Central Pennsylvania.

CRDSS E-Newsletters

CRDSS has always been dedicated to communication. We welcome new folks to sign up for our E-Newsletters sent monthly. In August 2023 we will be embedding that form here for easy sign-up convenience. In the meantime, all past newsletters can be viewed here.

Administration

CRDSS families may request a copy of the latest balance sheet as well as minutes of board meetings. CRDSS will make available for public inspection the last three years of its tax documents, including Internal Revenue Service Forms 990. Copies will be provided within 30 days of the request. 

Contact Us

Centre Region Down Syndrome Society
Executive Director: Lauren Smith
(814) 360-7112 (call or text)
lauren@crdss.org
Mailing Address: 210 West Hamilton Ave., #315
State College, PA 16801

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