Anna O'Rourke

First Call Parent

Anna is the proud mother of two daughters and two sons. Her youngest child has down syndrome. Anna has a background in teaching and a masters in moderate disabilities. Parenting a child with special needs is a path she has navigated before. She had a son who had a complicated medical history and passed away at a young age. In his short life she witnessed how determination, strength, resources, and the support of family transform a child’s life. She believes by empowering children and families with education, advocacy, community, and friendship their child’s potential will flourish. Anna enjoys being part of the down syndrome community and serves on the DSRG board as the First Call parent.

December 19, 2023