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Episode 99: Lori Green, Executive Director of The Down Syndrome Association of the Mid-South
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In today's episode of the Raising Kellan podcast, Marsh interviews Lori Green, the Executive Director of the Down Syndrome Association of Memphis and the Mid-South. Their mission is to empower and advocate for individuals with Down syndrome. Lori also talks about the various programs and services they offer, such as self-advocate classes, tutoring, and social events. She mentions their upcoming fundraiser, the Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk, which will take place on October 29, 2023.
Timeline:
2:10 Lori's background
3:38 Tennessee transitioned from institutionalization to community-dwelling for persons with disabilities.
4:17 Services provided by DSA of the Mid South.
10:02 Service area of DSA.
11:49 Is DSA an affiliate or chapter organization?
14:18 October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month and Oct 29 is STEP UP Walk for Down Syndrome.
17:26 Closing Remarks.
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