People diagnosed with dwarfism still live happy lives, there both intellectual and capable of all the things we are, they just have more issues. Little People Of America is a national support organization that helps both people diagnosed with dwarfism and their families. Little People Of America is non-profit, and welcomes all 200+ forms of dwarfism. Little People Of America has many members, 6000+, nationally and internationally.
Little People Of America provides social interaction, peer support, and parenting classes. Little People Of America takes anyone affected by dwarfism relationship was or directly, any size.
Little People Of America began in 1957, famous actor Billy Barty asked all Little Sized People to congregate with him in Reno Nevada, 20+ people came to the gathering! Donations ARE accepted!!
"Little People of America is a primarily all-volunteer organization for persons and families involved with the condition of dwarfism. We do not diagnose, treat, or provide genetic counseling. We are involved in peer and parent support, medical resources and referrals, scholarships, and programs that benefit the dwarfism community, while trying to promote education, community outreach, personal and family strength, and life achievements."
-Little People Of America Organization
What do you think about Little People Of America? In my opinion I believe the organization is great, and really cares about helping people.. Please comment and share your opinion and useful feedback!
Woah Keara, Dwarfism is the real deal, an entire organization! I really like that you are blogging on this contraversial issue where it is so easy to offend and little person like them. Do you have an experiece dealing with their dwarf like ways?
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