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Down Syndrome Association of Southwest Louisiana

Down Syndrome Association of Southwest Louisiana

Lake Charles, Louisiana - Calcasieu County

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Jun 3, 2026

Area

Lake Charles

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313 Broad Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601

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Provider overview

The Down Syndrome Association of Southwest Louisiana offers parent support, information, advocacy, and community programs for individuals with Down syndrome and their families across the SWLA region.

The Down Syndrome Association of Southwest Louisiana is a Lake Charles nonprofit providing parent support, information, and advocacy for the Down syndrome community across the five-parish SWLA region.

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Ages
Individuals with Down syndrome of all ages and their families
Season
Year-round support, information, and community programs
Cost
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Location contacts

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1 public contact

Down Syndrome Association of Southwest Louisiana

313 Broad Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601

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Programs and offerings

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Parent support and community programs

Down syndrome parent support, family engagement, educational and medical resources, advocacy, and connection with other SWLA families.

Ages
Individuals with Down syndrome of all ages and their families
Season
Year-round support, information, and community programs
Schedule
Contact the Down Syndrome Association of Southwest Louisiana for current parent support, family engagement, and community programs.
Cost
Confirm membership, program participation, and any event costs.
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Why this is listed
The Down Syndrome Association of Southwest Louisiana is a 501(c)(3) parent support, information, and advocacy organization serving the five-parish region (Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jefferson Davis), fostering family engagement and connections, with a published Lake Charles address and phone.
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Program details we found

Parent support and community programs

The Down Syndrome Association of Southwest Louisiana is a 501(c)(3) parent support, information, and advocacy organization serving the five-parish region (Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jefferson Davis), fostering family engagement and connections, with a published Lake Charles address and phone.

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Inclusion and support details

What the provider says: The source names Down syndrome, parent support, information, advocacy, family engagement, connections, and quality of life.

Access notes to confirm: Ask about new-parent support, family engagement events, educational and medical resources, and community programs such as Buddy Ball.

What we checked

What we found: The Down Syndrome Association of Southwest Louisiana is a 501(c)(3) parent support, information, and advocacy organization serving the five-parish region (Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jefferson Davis), fostering family engagement and connections, with a published Lake Charles address and phone.

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What to confirm

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Questions to ask before you register

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Common questions

Is Down Syndrome Association of Southwest Louisiana reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?

No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.

What information should families confirm with Down Syndrome Association of Southwest Louisiana?

Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.

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