Fundown - Fundación Síndrome de Down Región de Murcia

Independence and inclusion in Murcia

Fundación Síndrome de Down de la Región de Murcia (FUNDOWN) is a nonprofit established on May 9, 1994. It supports people with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities, with a focus on care and personal independence. The organization describes itself as a pioneer in establishing a Personal Independence Promotion Service for this community.

Services

• Personal Independence Promotion Service (SEPAP) in Murcia.
• Employment and Training Service (SEFE).
• Fundown Plant S.L., a special employment center.
• Early Childhood Development and Early Intervention Center.

Areas of work

• Social work.
• Psychology.
• Education.
• Speech-language therapy.
• Comprehensive and continuing education.
• Vocational training.
• Employment.
• Supported shared housing.

Recent activity

The foundation opened a new early-intervention center in Santomera and has supported the employment of 195 participants. Fundown Plant was recognized for certifying the work experience of 20 employees. The organization was selected to host the 26th Down España National Family Gathering and developed the “Paso Adelante” app with Down España and Fundación Vass. In 2024, it marked 30 years of work with an event at Teatro Romea.

Locations and contact

• Headquarters: Paseo Escultor Juan González Moreno 2, 30002 Murcia. Phone: +34 968 225 279. Email: fundown@fundown.org.
• Personal Independence Promotion Center (CEPAP): Calle Luis Vives 1B, 30110 Cabezo de Torres, Murcia. Phone: +34 968 832 300. Email: voluntariado@fundown.org.
• Águilas office: C. Carlos Marín Menú 5, 30880 Águilas, Murcia. Phone: +34 968 855 565. Email: fundownaguilas@fundown.org.
• Fundown Plant S.L.: Paraje de Molina No. 8, Cabecicos Blancos, 30892 Librilla. Phone: +34 646 926 974. Email: guillermoplant@fundown.org.