Central Illinois Down Syndrome Organization (CIDSO)
Provides support and educational service for families primarily in McLean County who have been touched by Down syndrome.
The Central Illinois Down Syndrome Organization (CIDSO) is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization established in 1974 to act as a support and educational service for families primarily in McLean County who have been touched by Down syndrome. CIDSO is the second oldest Down syndrome parent group in Illinois. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of those born with Down syndrome through the establishment of life-long opportunities to educate, inform and support families, professionals and communities.
CIDSO provides support to families as they adjust to the birth of a child with Down syndrome. We work to provide informational and educational opportunities to families and interested persons through workshops and public awareness activities. CIDSO supports new and expanded educational, recreational, social, vocational, and residential opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome. We also provide legislative, informational, and advocacy support on issues impacting the lives of people with Down syndrome. CIDSO sponsors several annual events in the McLean County area to provide social support to our families.