You Are Cordially Invited to Participate in a Research Study about Down Syndrome African American Participants Needed!!

Welcome! Ravin Winfrey, a Genetic Counseling student at the University of South Carolina, is conducting research to understand the types of supports used by African American parents in their adjustment to their child with Down syndrome, as well as their support needs. The study has IRB approval from the University of South Carolina; the survey is confidential and completely voluntary.

Eligibility:

*Must have at least one child with Down syndrome

*Atleast one Parent must be African American
(this individual should take the survey)

*The parent must be an adult

Survey:

*Takes ~10-15 minutes to complete, you can access it online: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=H38K9dJIe5aUTTVwi_2f58Yw_3d_3d

*Or you can request a survey to be mailed: 1-800-915-4522

(*Please leave your name, preferred address, and say that you would like a Supports Survey)

*The study will be open from July 10, 2009 and end on October 31, 2009

*Participants in the SURVEY will be entered in a DRAWING for 1 of 2 FREE $50.00 Gift Cards to Wal-Mart

Thank You In Advance for your help and participation!

Ravin Winfrey, B.S.

Genetic Counseling Intern

Principal Investigator
ravin_nicole@yahoo.com