This is an opportunity for new parents and extended family members (prenatal – 2 years old) to connect with others, who have a young child with Down syndrome. Meet other parents at different stages of the journey, while getting connected with the services and supports that Down Syndrome Innovations
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Nos complace invitarlo a un evento de alcance comunitario enfocado en construir una comunidad fuerte y brindar el mejor apoyo posible a nuestras familias. Este evento es gratuito. Serviremos refrescos y aperitivos para todos los asistentes. Estamos aquí paraayudarlos y responder a cualquier pregunta que puedan tener. ¡Esperamos su
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The Behavior Workshop led by Megan DeBoom, BCBA, LBA, our Director of Therapeutic Services, is designed to provide caregivers with valuable education and strategies for managing and understanding behaviors in individuals with Down syndrome. This workshop typically covers the following key areas: understanding behavior, behavioral strategies, communication techniques, individualized
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Our Youth Fitness Program is designed for 8-12 year olds, guiding them through games and exercises to build their strength, stamina, and agility. The class is led by an instructor, however, supporters are expected to attend and provide 1:1 support for their self-advocate. PLEASE NOTE: these classes have
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Our Co-Regulation, Therapeutic Groups are geared towards self-advocates and caregivers who need to find shared language and shared strategies to work through big emotions. Self-advocate participants must be at least 14 years old. One caregiver (preferably someone who lives in the home or spends a significant amount of time
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Join us for an enlightening seminar dedicated to understanding the aging process in individuals with Down syndrome and exploring the support available to them. Led by Katie Craddock, our Speech and Language Pathologist, you will learn about support systems and resources offered by Down Syndrome Innovations. Equip yourself with
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NEW SERVICE! Down Syndrome Innovations is working closely with the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center to share information and increase support for individuals with Down syndrome and other ID/DDs, who are aging in addition to their caregivers. We both understand the increased needs for this generation of individuals who
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Caregiver Connection: Aging Years offers an opportunity for caregivers to discuss resources, strategies, community supports, and challenges related to caring for an aging loved one with Down syndrome. We offer on-site and virtual options! Groups are facilitated by Down Syndrome Innovations staff, and we will occasionally invite special guests
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Join us for a Connect and Play event near you (for expectant/newborn families through 6 years)! These events are your opportunity to grow your community through parent and caregiver connection and child-led play. We offer these events at different locations and dates/times to accommodate families with various schedules! Previous
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This class is perfect for improving strength, stamina, and balance in a fun and engaging way with peers! These workouts are designed for all movers of all fitness levels. In addition to building stronger bodies, these workouts include socialization during the exercise, which improves cognition. This is a great
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