F.R.I.E.N.D.S. is a group of parents re-formed in 1999 in Frederick County, Maryland to: -Be a support and resource group for expectant parents, new parents and extended families of babies born with Down syndrome; -Provide age-appropriate activities for our children and their friends; -Advocate for community awareness and acceptance; - Have quarterly meetings with professional speakers experienced in issues relative to Down syndrome; -Meet informally to share the joys and challenges of parenting.