by Beth Walsh, MA
Genetic Alliance
Address:
4301 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 404
Washington, DC 20008
Phone:
1-610-872-7608
Internet address:
http://www.geneticalliance.org/
Description of services provided:
The Genetic Alliance offers information on genetic disorders and the impact of the diagnosis on individuals and families. From the main page, you can search conditions, organizations, and resources.
Klinefelter Syndrome and Associates
11 Keats Court
Coto de Caza, CA 92679
1-888-999-9428
http://www.genetic.org/
This website provides support services, a newsletter, and information about Klinefelter syndrome and other sex chromosome variations.
March of Dimes
1275 Mamaroneck Avenue
White Plains, NY 10605
http://www.marchofdimes.com/
The March of Dimes provides information on pregnancy and birth defects and gives referrals.
National Down Syndrome Society
666 Broadway, 8th floor
New York NY, 10012
1-800-221-4602
http://www.ndss.org/
The National Down Syndrome Society provides information on genetic disorders and listings of genetic counseling services.
National Society of Genetic Counselors
233 Canterbury Drive
Wallingford, PA 19086
1-800-336-GENE
1-202-966-5557
http://www.nsgc.org/
On the National Society of Genetic Counselors website, you can learn more about genetic disorders and find a list of genetic counseling services.
Support Organization for Trisomy 18, 13, and Related Disorders
2982 South Union St.
Rochester NY, 14624
1-800-716-7638
http://www.trisomy.org/
This nonprofit volunteer organization is a network of families and professionals who are dedicated to offering support to those affected by Trisomy 18, 13, and related chromosomal disorders. You'll find a resource center with fact sheets, a bookstore, membership information, and upcoming events.
Triplo X Syndrome
231 W. Park Ave.
Sellersville, PA 18960
1-215-453-2117
http://www.triplo-x.org
Triple X Syndrome provides articles, prenatal diagnosis information, and contacts for those affected by this condition.
Turner Syndrome Society
14450 T.C. Jester
Houston TX, 77014
1-800-365-9944
http://www.turnersyndrome.org/
The Turner Syndrome Society creates awareness, promotes research, and provides support for all those affected by this condition.
Five P Minus Society (Cat Cry Syndrome)
P.O. Box 268
Lakewood CA, 90714
1-888-970-0777
http://www.fivepminus.org
This society encourages and facilitates communication among families affected by 5p syndrome by raising awareness and providing information.
Prader-Willi Syndrome Association
5700 Midnight Pass Rd., Suite 6
Sarasota FL 34242
1-800-926-4797
http://www.pwsausa.org
The Prader-Willi Syndrome Association provides information on this condition, as well as resources, support services, links, and publications.
Last reviewed September 2012 by Brian Randall
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