In this virtual presentation, Dr. Talib will provide an overview of the Health Supervision Guidelines for Children and Adolescents with Down Syndrome; identify some of the common vulnerabilities of children with Down Syndrome; and discuss available interventions and resources. About the Presenter: Dr. Talib is the Medical Director of
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As the life expectancy of people with Down syndrome has increased, there are some unfortunate challenges associated with aging for our community – including Alzheimer’s disease. In fact, Alzheimer’s disease impacts close to 90% of people with Down syndrome, with the average age of diagnosis around 50 years of
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Stronger Minds and Brighter Futures! Improving emotional well-being and quality of life is a priority within the mission of Down Syndrome Innovations. Join us for this workshop and learn strategies to ensure your loved one, or the people you serve, are living their best lives. Megan DeBoom, Board Certified
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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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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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These workouts are inclusive exercise opportunities at various gyms around the Kansas City metro. Workouts are designed to improve functional strength and stamina. These occur at different locations every month on Saturdays. After submitting an interest form, our Health and Wellness Coordinator will contact you to discuss your options
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At Down Syndrome Innovations, our team understands that teaching your loved one with Down syndrome about puberty, sexuality, and relationships can feel very overwhelming. Using materials from the evidence-based curriculum, members of our Pathways Therapy Team (who are Elevatus-trained sexuality educators) will provide general information on how to navigate
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