Do you or other family members have trouble understanding your child? Are you concerned about limited vocabulary or language delays? Does your child use an alternative or augmentative communication system? Communication challenges can impact every aspect of independence, safety, and learning. We are here to support your family! Our
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Caregiver Connection: DS – ASD is a virtual gathering of caregivers to discuss resources, strategies, community supports, and challenges related to a child or adult’s current or potential dual-diagnosis of Down syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder. This group is facilitated by Down Syndrome Innovations staff, and we will occasionally
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Consider you and your self-advocate’s daily life, the things that occupy your time, and how you engage in the rhythms of life. Do you worry about how to help your self-advocate build skills of independence? Does your self-advocate have sensory preferences you are unsure how to support? What barriers
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Do behavior challenges make it difficult to complete daily routines such as getting ready for school or going to bed? Do you avoid activities or places because you fear having to deal with a meltdown? Do you worry how you will manage behavior challenges once your child is too
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These 45-minute classes feature workouts tailored to each individual’s goals, abilities, and experience levels. No two people are the same and we believe workouts should align with each person! These workouts can be scaled and modified for any fitness level and are a great way to kick start the
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Adults with Down syndrome are invited to join our skill-building and social programming that takes place on Tuesday evenings! Sessions are always a balance of continuing education and having a good time with friends. We’d love to see you there! Previous Next Tuesdays from 6:00 – 8:00 pm Dates
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These VIRTUAL Social Groups for adults will focus on providing a structured environment for participants to socialize, learn, and have fun together! Facilitated by Lifespan Services Team member, Lauren Holmes. Thursday from 5:30 – 6:30 pm Sessions: 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15
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These VIRTUAL groups focus on providing a structured environment for teens to socialize, learn, and have fun! Facilitated by Lifespan Services Team member, Lauren Holmes. Tuesdays from 5:30 – 6:15 pm Sessions: 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13 These groups are FREE/DONOR-FUNDED. **Donations
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Our Children’s Social Skills Group consists of activities designed to help children develop and practice social skills in a supported setting with their peers, as well as opportunities to form strong friendships with others in the group. PLEASE NOTE: An approximate 12 participants max to ensure an optimal environment
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In partnership with Special Olympics, Young Athletes is designed to promote the development of an active lifestyle through play for children between the ages of 4 and 7. Self-advocates will engage in a variety of activities and games alongside their peers targeted towards gross motor and social skill development.
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