Researchers say children with Down syndrome are 10% more likely to develop Autism.  Thanks to Joan Medlen (mom to Andy, and founder of this group) who has dedicated herself to this cause and because of Joan, many families like ours throughout the USA have found one another.  We are able to share our support, advice and love through the ds-autism support site.  By making a donation to this cause, you will help keep our on-line dual diagnosis group alive and enable us to move forward to help our kids.

The Down Syndrome -Autism Information Center - a one-stop center with up-to-date information about how to support famlies of and people who have both Down syndrome and autism spectrum disorders. The purpose of the center aims to promote collaboration with families, medical professionals, support groups, universities, and others to improve the quality of life and support in communities.. Both the National Down Syndrome Congress and the National Down Syndrome Society endorse the creation of the DSAIC.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to make a contribution to our fundraising efforts and all donations are tax-deductible.  If you would prefer to mail in a donation, please make your check payable to:  "CIFTSFF for Creating Solutions" and in the memo section write:  Torislife-DSAIC
and mail it to:

Ms. Joan Medlen
14535 Westlake Drive, Suite A-2
Lake Oswego, OR  97035

The funds donated will help us help kids like Tori with Down syndrome & Autism and children with other disabilities succeed in life..

Many thanks for your support.