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Resource Baskets - Jack's Basket

Provides baskets with resources and handy items to new and expectant parents of babies born with Down syndrome. Each basket contains a personal letter from Jack's family, written to encourage families on their new, unexpected journey. Brochures from area agencies including Help Me Grow, Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network (DSDN), Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota (DSAM), National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS), and Gigi's Playhouse - Twin Cities are included. Additional resources such as two free online books, a baby sign language DVD, and two physical books. There are also some gifts for the new arrival including a personalized onesie, a blanket, a burp cloth, a hand-knit hat and booties, a board book, and a few toys. Each representative delivering the basket is trained with guidelines for delivering a basket and is willing to connect with the family in whatever avenues of support the family needs, including visiting with them about being a parent of a child with Down syndrome. Baskets may also be delivered via USPS within the United States.

Last assured

01/18/2024

Physical Address

1170 Red Fox Road, Arden Hills, MN 55112

Hours

8:30 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday Basket can be requested any time via the website

Application process

Hospital staff or family members and friends may call or visit website on behalf of parents to request a basket

Fee

None; donations accepted

Required documents

Application/registration form

Eligibility

Open to all new and expectant parents of babies born with Down syndrome

Service area

MN

Agency info

Jack's Basket

Ensures that every new and expectant parent of a baby born with Down Syndrome is provided resources and avenues of support within the community. Jack's Basket also aims to educate medical providers on how to discuss the diagnosis in an unbiased way so that having a baby with Down Syndrome is celebrated like any other.

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