Down Syndrome (DS) Program

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Contact Information

Boston Children's Hospital
Contact: Angela Lombardo, DS Program Coordinator
Email Address: angela.lombardo@childrens.harvard.edu
Phone: 857-218-4329

300 Longwood Avenue Boston, MA 02115
Area Served: Boston

Map Location Down Syndrome (DS) Program

Narrative

We offer two interdisciplinary clinics: one for children 0-3 and one for children 4-18 years old.

We have teams which can include:

  • developmental-behaviorial pediatrics 
  • nutrition
  • physical therapy
  • speech therapy
  • dental
  • audiology 
  • much more

We also offer prenatal supports to expectant parents.

We have a Speaker Series which takes place each month. You can attend this in person, watch our live simulcast or download talk later at your convenience 

We have many other supports and resources we can share with family members, community physicians, educators and others who are interested in children with DS.  

Service Types

  • Case Management
  • Family Support
  • Nursing
  • Nutrition
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Outpatient
  • Physical Therapy
  • Socialization Activities
  • Speech Therapy

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • AllWays Health Partners
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CeltiCare Health Plans
  • CIGNA
  • ConnectiCare
  • Fallon Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • Health New England
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • United Healthcare

Program Type

  • Medical

Populations Served

  • Birth Defects
  • Developmental Disability
  • Genetic Disorders
  • Intellectual Disabilities

Ages Served

  • Birth to 3
  • 3 - 4
  • 5 - 8
  • 9 - 13
  • 14 - 18
  • 19 - 22

Accessibility Features

  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible Restrooms
  • Elevators
  • Near Public Transportation
  • Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

  • Fees: MassHealth, Medicare, Private Insurance, Personal Funds
  • Licensed By: JCAH