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This organization presents research on strategies for education for children with Down Syndrome. They support inclusive settings for children with Down Syndrome.

This site gives some ideas for parents to supplement their children's education at home.

Down Syndrome Foundation of Orange County Learning Program

Government Sites

CDC Travel Information
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Public Health Fact Sheets from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Consumer Product Safety Commission Product Recalls

Healthy Recipes

Karen's Pinterest

Immunization Information

"Facts for Parents About Vaccine Safety" from the AAP
"Vaccines and Your Baby" from the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia
"Vaccines and Autism" Information from the CDC
"What to Expect Guide to Immunizations"
Vaccine Information Statements in Every Language (from the CDC)
"What Would Happen If We Stopped Vaccinations?"
Immunization Info: National Network for Immunization Information

Internet Safety Resources

The internet is a wonderful source of information for all of us. Unfortunately, it has also become a source of great risks and dangers for children of all ages. Below are links to some wonderful new resources for parents on internet safety for your children and teenagers. Most are from the American Academy of Pediatrics. We hope you find them useful.

Safety Tips for Surfing the Internet
The Internet and Your Family
NetSmartz.org
SafetyNet
TV ratings: A Guide for Parents

Nutrition Links

Choose My Plate
We Can! Ways to Enhance Children's Activity & Nutrition (for 8-13 year olds)
SparkPeople for Teens: Food Tracking Tools, Recipes, Meal Plans, Exercise Videos and More
Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
A Guide to Feeding Your Baby for the First Two Years
Food Portion vs. Serving (Educational Site)
More Nutrition Resources

Substance Abuse Resources

Guide to Addiction on College Campus
National Inhalant Prevention Coalition
Partnership for a Drug-Free America
Substance Abuse Prevention
Steroids: Play Safe, Play Fair

Violence Resources

Warning Signs for Violence in Children and Adolescents
Some Facts About Youth Violence
Some Facts About Bullying
Early Warning, Timely Response: A Guide to Safe Schools
Teaching the Basics of Violence Prevention
AAP Addresses New School Year and Violence
Some Things You Should Know About Media Violence and Media Literacy
Psychiatric Effects of Media Violence
Keep Your Family Safe From Firearm Injury
Hand Guns in the Home

Web Resources

Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Mass Department of Public Health
American Academy of Pediatrics
CDC Travel site
Travel with Children
Car Seats
Product Recalls
Centers for Disease Control
www.vaccine.org
www.immunize.org
KidsGrowth.com
Familydoctor.org
Safekids.org

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