about us

welcome

Welcome to the Down Syndrome of Louisville website. My name is Diana Merzweiler, and I am the Executive Director for DSL. I manage the administrative operation, public relations, fundraising events, and coordinate Family Support Groups and activities. I also serve on several committees and boards that are relevant to our organization.

I hope that you find this website helpful and informative. Be sure to check out our links to other Down Syndrome related organizations. And please visit us often.

Down Syndrome of Louisville, Inc. (DSL) is a non-profit organization founded in 1977 by Mary Carter, an early childhood educator who established the first Early Intervention Education program for children with Down syndrome in Kentucky.
Our grass roots organization grew with parent support to incorporate in 1991 to offer services for individuals with Down syndrome of all ages.

Down Syndrome Of Louisville ï 4604 Bardstown Road ï Louisville, KY 40218 ï Phone: (502) 495-5088 ï Fax: (502) 495-503 ï email us

We believe in the intrinsic worth of all persons with Down syndrome and
commit to advocate
for their full rights
in education and
daily life.

We believe in providing high quality educational services and support that strive to maximize the unique abilities and self-esteem of each person with Down syndrome.

We believe that individuals with Down syndrome should have as much control over their lives as possible, and be provided opportunities
to express personal
choices and values in
which they believe.

We believe in the value to socialize and connect in
an inclusive environment.

Our mission is to improve the lives of persons with Down syndrome and their families by
providing support, information, education, and advocating for their rights and concerns.
Specifically to enable the individual to reach their full potential.

We believe in the support and education of all
families, guardians and professionals to empower and maximize the achievements of all
persons with Down syndrome.