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Do I need to know someone with Down syndrome to participate in a Buddy Walk?
Not at all. The goal of the Buddy Walk is to promote understanding and acceptance of people with Down syndrome. Whether you have Down syndrome, know someone who does or just want to show your support, come and join the Buddy Walk.
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How can I find out if there is a Walk in my community?
To find out if there is a Walk in your community, you can enter your zip code in the Find A Walk box located at the top of the BuddyWalk.org website or you can click on the “Find A Walk” link on the left column. Either way, you will find the closest walk to you. If you do not see a walk in your area, you can e-mail the Buddy Walk Coordinator at buddywalk@ndss.org to find out if a local support group has organized one in the past.
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Not everyone in my family is able to walk a mile. Are they still able to participate?
Absolutely. Buddy Walks are open to participants of all ages and abilities. Each walk location has places where you can sit down, relax, and watch the excitement. If you can’t walk, you can be a member of the cheering section and cheer on the walkers as they Buddy Walk by.
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I’d like to volunteer at the Walk in my area. How do I get involved?
For information on volunteering at a Buddy Walk in your community, please contact your local Buddy Walk organizer or click on Find A Walk and then your state and look to see if any Walks are taking place in your area.
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There isn’t a Walk in my area. How do I go about starting a Walk?
NDSS has all the tools to help you plan a successful event, from a planning time line to posters and incentives. Buddy Walks range in size from 20 people to more than 2,000 -- so whatever your time and resources, you can plan a successful Walk! NDSS has developed a user-friendly Buddy Walk Manual that provides valuable information about the Buddy Walk program and how to create the best walk you can.
If this is your first Buddy Walk, please download and read the 2005 Buddy Walk Fact Sheet to give you more information on the Buddy Walk program and starting a Walk. Once you have read that, you can register your walk on-line by clicking on one of the “Organize a Walk” links. Your walk will be registered in no time and you can begin to use the on-line resources.
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Can I bring my dog to the Buddy Walk?
While most walk venues will allow dogs, not all do. Please contact your local Walk to find out if you can bring your four-legged friend with you. Click on the “Find A Walk” link to find out the contact information for your local organizer. They will be happy to answer this – and any other question you may have.
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