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A Caregiver’s Guide to Supporting Career Development

with Amanda Myers

Next session: April 21st, 2026

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Join us for an educational event in the northland of Kansas City on how to support your self-advocate when navigating their employment journey and supporting their career development. Our Director of Employment Services, Amanda Myers, CESP, will share practical tools and strategies to help caregivers guide their loved one from early job preparation to long-term career growth. You'll leave this presentation feeling more prepared and empowered as a partner in your loved one’s employment journey.

Special thanks to Platte County Board of Services for being a funding partner in 2026 and assisting Platte County residents to access vital services and supports through DSI for employment.

Service providers, case managers, and employers, are more than welcome to attend to benefit from this valuable information as well.  

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Fitness And Nutrition Consultation

with Scott Quaife

Current session: January 1st to December 31st, 2026

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This is your opportunity to get your wellness questions answered and receive expert guidance on building proactive strategies that support a more active, healthy lifestyle for your loved one—at no cost to you. These free consultations are available both in person and virtually, making it easy to participate in the way that works best for you and your family. Because every individual is unique, we take the time to understand your loved one’s specific needs and challenges so we can provide personalized, practical recommendations. Whether you’re learning about common health conditions associated with Down syndrome or exploring ways to increase physical activity safely, this session is a meaningful first step toward long-term health and well-being. DSI offers a wide range of fitness and nutrition programs for all ages, and this consultation is an ideal way to explore which options may be the best fit for you and your self-advocate.

After registering, Scott Quaife, our Fitness and Nutrition Coordinator, will contact you to schedule an appointment that works best for your family. Scott is a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Personal Trainer, a Precision Nutrition–certified Nutritionist, and brings nearly a decade of experience training individuals with Down syndrome.

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Neuru: The Command Center for Your Child’s Care

with CJ Vallejo

Next session: April 30th, 2026

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Neuma is a secure, all-in-one platform designed to help families manage the many moving parts of their loved one's care without the overwhelm. We centralize school plans, medical records, and therapy notes into one easy-to-use system, so everything you need is always in one place. You have the ability to import records directly from hospital systems like Advent, Children’s Mercy, St. Luke’s, University of Kansas Health System, and more.

Instead of juggling emails, binders, portals, and paperwork, families can quickly access, organize, and share critical information with teachers, therapists, doctors, and caregivers. Neuma helps ensure everyone on your child’s care team stays informed, aligned, and focused on what matters most: supporting your child’s growth and success.

Built with neurodiverse families in mind, Neuma reduces stress, saves time, and brings clarity to complex care, so families can spend less time managing logistics and more time being present.