(WIBW) - Seven-month-old Keithen Patterson's family is rallying around him in the effort to end Down Syndrome - and support children and families living with the condition.

Keithen's mother, Katie, appeared on 13 News at 4 to talk about the support local families find through the Down Syndrome Guild of Greater Kansas City. Their family has formed a team for the "Step Up for Down Syndrome" walk coming up Oct. 27th at Arrowhead Stadium.

People can sign up for the walk or make a donation to the "Keithen's Crew" team at www.stepupfordownsyndromekc.org.