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Florida

The Williams Syndrome Association is organized into 19 regions across the United States. Florida is split into two regions. The western panhandle is part of the Gulf Coast region, and the rest of the state is part of the Sunshine region. Each region works to provide resource information and social and educational opportunities to its members. Volunteers are standing by in each state within the regions (parents and grandparents who can provide resources and information) to speak with new families or any families needing support. They are joined by many other volunteers who work hard to facilitate gatherings such as picnics, conferences, and fundraisers. 

Below you will find the name(s) and contact email addresses of your state's Family Support Network volunteer(s).

Blog author, Family Support Specialist:
Nanci Rogers, MSN, CRNA of Delray Beach, Florida
Email

Area of focus: adults

Local Facebook Group:
Family Support Volunteer:
Debby Johnson of Treasure Island, Florida
Email

Areas of focus: adults, local resources, creating housing

Local Facebook Group:
Family Support Volunteer:
Carmen Jury of Miami, Florida
Email

Areas of focus: new diagnosis, school-age, Spanish speaking families.  Instagram handle: carmen_rosa_zegarra_jury  Phone number:  754-299-9800

Local Facebook Group:
Family Support Volunteer:
Theresa McCray of Riviera Beach, Florida
Email

Area of focus: adults.

Local Facebook Group:
Family Support Volunteer:
Paola Martinez of Miami, FL
Email

Areas of focus: Spanish speaking, young children, diagnosis

Local Facebook Group:

Clinics in FL

Nemours Children’s Health System Cardiac Center Williams Syndrome Program

13535 Nemours Parkway 4th Fl.
Orlando, Florida 32827

Dr. Peace Madueme
407-650-7715
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Upcoming Events in FL

Wellness Wednesday with Nick LIVE!

Wed, 05/14/2025 - 5:00 pm UTC

FSN - Grief Support for Parents/Caregivers who have lost someone with WS

Fri, 05/16/2025 - 12:00 am UTC

FSN - Adult Siblings of Individuals with WS

Mon, 05/19/2025 - 12:00 am UTC

FSN - Parents/Caregivers of Children (Under 18) with WS and Anxiety Meeting

Tue, 05/20/2025 - 12:00 am UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Tuesday Shenanigans!

Tue, 05/20/2025 - 8:00 pm UTC

FSN - Navigating Transition from High School Support

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 12:00 am UTC

FSN - Parents/Caregivers of Adults with WS and Challenging Behaviors Meeting

Thu, 05/22/2025 - 12:00 am UTC

Cruise 301 - Last Looks and Cruising Craziness

Thu, 05/22/2025 - 12:00 am UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Thursday Hullabaloo!

Thu, 05/22/2025 - 11:00 pm UTC

FSN - Parents/Caregivers of Individuals with WS-Autism Dual Diagnosis

Fri, 05/23/2025 - 12:00 am UTC

FSN - Parents/Caregivers of Adults with WS and Anxiety Meeting

Wed, 05/28/2025 - 12:00 am UTC

FSN - Craft & Convo for Parents/Caregivers

Fri, 05/30/2025 - 12:00 am UTC

Walk for Williams - Miami, FL

Sat, 05/31/2025 - 2:00 pm UTC to 05/31/2025 - 5:00 pm

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Thursday Hullabaloo!

Thu, 06/12/2025 - 11:00 pm UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Tuesday Shenanigans!

Tue, 06/17/2025 - 8:00 pm UTC

WSA Adventure Seekers Cruise

Sat, 06/21/2025 - 4:00 am UTC to Sat, 06/28/2025 - 4:00 am UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Tuesday Shenanigans!

Tue, 07/15/2025 - 8:00 pm UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Thursday Hullabaloo!

Thu, 07/17/2025 - 11:00 pm UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Tuesday Shenanigans!

Tue, 08/19/2025 - 8:00 pm UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Thursday Hullabaloo!

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 11:00 pm UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Tuesday Shenanigans!

Tue, 09/16/2025 - 8:00 pm UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Thursday Hullabaloo!

Thu, 09/18/2025 - 11:00 pm UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Tuesday Shenanigans!

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 8:00 pm UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Thursday Hullabaloo!

Thu, 10/23/2025 - 11:00 pm UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Tuesday Shenanigans!

Tue, 11/18/2025 - 9:00 pm UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Thursday Hullabaloo!

Fri, 11/21/2025 - 12:00 am UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Tuesday Shenanigans!

Tue, 12/16/2025 - 9:00 pm UTC

Adventure Seekers Jamboree - Thursday Hullabaloo!

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 12:00 am UTC

Dream Team Saturdays - For Adventure Seekers 38+

Sat, 12/27/2025 - 7:00 pm UTC

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Position on Inclusion

The WSA upholds the following positions on inclusion. We believe that: 

  • everyone benefits when individuals with WS are meaningfully included in educational, work, and community settings 
  • individuals with WS should receive all necessary supports and services to fully participate in their family lives, communities, and society as a whole
  • high expectations should be the norm, and individuals with WS and their families should decide how they best learn, work, and enjoy social settings
  • “inclusion” is not one-size-fits-all, and will look different for each family based on each individual’s desires and needs
  • inclusion creates a sense of belonging in society, meaningful relationships, and opportunities to achieve dreams

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