Lincoln Land Down Syndrome Society Programs and Recreation
Lincoln Land Down Syndrome Society
Springfield, Illinois - Sangamon County
Source checked
Jun 8, 2026
Springfield
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1 N Old State Capitol Plaza, Ste 501, Springfield, IL 62701
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Quick answer
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Provider overview
Lincoln Land Down Syndrome Society in Springfield offers family meetings, social events, scholarships, and connections to adaptive athletics and swim opportunities.
The Lincoln Land Down Syndrome Society is a Springfield, Illinois nonprofit support network promoting awareness, acceptance, inclusion, and education for people with Down syndrome and their families in and around Sangamon County.
Quick facts
- Contact page
- https://www.lldss.org/about-us/
- Phone
- 217-415-8716
- We did not find this in the public sources we checked
- Ages
- Individuals with Down syndrome of all ages and their families
- Season
- Year-round, with monthly meetings and seasonal events
- Cost
- LLDSS is a nonprofit support network and offers scholarships for recreational activities and adaptive equipment; confirm current membership and program details with the organization.
Location contacts
Public contacts that may help you reach the right office. Confirm before visiting.
Programs meet at varying Springfield-area locations. Families should confirm current meeting dates, athletic activities, and scholarship details directly with the society.
Programs and offerings
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Down syndrome meetings, scholarships, and recreation connections
Family support meetings, scholarships, social events, and connections to Special Olympics preparation and special-needs swim lessons.
- Ages
- Individuals with Down syndrome of all ages and their families
- Season
- Year-round, with monthly meetings and seasonal events
- Schedule
- Regular monthly meetings with general discussions and speakers, athletic activities to prepare for the local Special Olympics, and an annual fall Buddy Walk. Confirm current meeting and event dates.
- Cost
- LLDSS is a nonprofit support network and offers scholarships for recreational activities and adaptive equipment; confirm current membership and program details with the organization.
How we checked this listing (2 public sources)
Source notes only. They do not evaluate quality, safety, fit, or availability.
Listing check
- Last checked
- Jun 8, 2026
- Why this is listed
- Lincoln Land Down Syndrome Society official pages substantiate regular monthly meetings, Chatham Area Special Athletics for Special Olympics preparation, swim lessons for individuals with special needs through the local YMCA, scholarships, socials, Buddy Walk, and 2026 events.
- Sources used
- 2 public sources
- Location contacts
- 1 public contact found
Program details we found
Down syndrome meetings, scholarships, and recreation connections
Lincoln Land Down Syndrome Society official pages substantiate regular monthly meetings, Chatham Area Special Athletics for Special Olympics preparation, swim lessons for individuals with special needs through the local YMCA, scholarships, socials, Buddy Walk, and 2026 events.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: The official pages name monthly meetings, Down syndrome family support, Chatham Area Special Athletics, swim lessons for individuals with special needs, scholarships, socials, Buddy Walk, and events.
Access notes to confirm: Ask about the next meeting, scholarship eligibility, athletics or swim contacts, current 2026 event dates, fees, and how a new family can participate.
What we checked
What we found: Lincoln Land Down Syndrome Society official pages substantiate regular monthly meetings, Chatham Area Special Athletics for Special Olympics preparation, swim lessons for individuals with special needs through the local YMCA, scholarships, socials, Buddy Walk, and 2026 events.
We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.
Sources used
Public pages used for this listing.
- Provider websiteLincoln Land Down Syndrome Society - About Us
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- Provider websiteLincoln Land Down Syndrome Society - Events
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What to confirm
- Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
- Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
- Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
- Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.
Questions to ask before you register
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- Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
- What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
- What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
- For sports: what equipment, experience level, classification, practice location, transportation, and caregiver participation should we plan for?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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Is Lincoln Land Down Syndrome Society Programs and Recreation reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?
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