F.R.I.E.N.D.S.

June 10, 2018 – FRIENDS picnic at Catoctin Creek Nature Center has been cancelled due to forecast of rain and will be rescheduled.  More information to follow.  See EVENTS page for more information.

May 12th, 2018 6:00PM Potomac Nationals vs. Frederick Keys   SEE EVENTS PAGE

Join us for World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st by doing an act of kindness.  Here are some of our amazing kids in our poster campaign.  These posters will be displayed at local primary, elementary, middle and high schools.

Join us for a fun-filled day and connect with many local organizations that provide services to persons with special needs. March 17, 2018 10AM-2PM | SATURDAY ROCK CREEK SCHOOL 191 WAVERLEY DRIVE FREDERICK, MD For more information call 240.236.8744 or

Wrightslaw programs are designed to meet the needs of parents, educators, health care providers, advocates and attorneys who represent children with disabilities regarding special education. The program is not disability specific. Note: The program will put emphasis on advocacy skills.

Come out and join us on February 10th for family, friends and fun.  See Events Page. Click here for evite.

The 2018 Gerber baby is Lucas Warren, a 1-year-old from Dalton, Georgia who is the first child with Down syndrome to be named a Gerber baby since the contest’s start in 2010. “He’s very outgoing and never meets a stranger,”

We look forward to celebrating the holiday season with our wonderful F.R.I.E.N.D.S. families!!!! We have a delicious catered meal planned for all that can attend!! We ask that you just bring a dessert to share with the group. Santa will