The Pujols Family Foundation is very pleased to announce a brand new outreach for adults with Down syndrome in St. Louis. This new program will focus on building community relations through awareness, interaction and involvement of people with disabilities. High 5 is simply about adults with Down syndrome who are seeing the community as not just a place to receive services, but to serve.

High 5
People with Possibilities

Mission
To build community awareness that people with Down syndrome are people with possibilities, not just disabilities.

Purpose
Through serving others the High Five team will demonstrate the abilities and unlimited contributions of people with Down syndrome. By establishing and building relationships with each other, the community and those we serve, we shall also foster an environment of increased self-esteem and purpose. The minimum age requirement of participants is 18.

The High Five Project is:
- A positive example of how individuals who are intellectually challenged can contribute to their community.

- An outreach to others by participating in community service projects and events.

- A powerful awareness vehicle. Allowing team members to present a positive impression on all those they meet and serve.

- An opportunity for team members to take responsibility and leadership in their areas of serving, functioning as vital members through the entire process.

- An education tool, as it pertains to job interviews, resumes, dealing with other people and their differences, next generation issues, leadership, independent living, safety issues, transportation challenges, budgeting, etc.

- A catalyst for change

For more information about High 5, please contact Jen Cooper at 314-878-2105 or email us at : info@pujolsfamilyfoundation.org