Caregiver Education: Honoring Total Communication

Thursday, September 25 6:30-7:30 pm Virtual. ZOOM link will be provided to registered attendees. Complimentary REGISTER NOW Do you or other family members have trouble understanding your child? Are

FALL Youth Fitness Class (8-12)

Thursdays: August 21 & 28, September 4 & 25, October 2, 9 & 30, November 13, December 4, 11 & 18 5:00-5:45 pm ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St,

FALL Special Olympics: Young Athletes (4-7 yrs)

Wednesdays: August 20 & 27, September 3 & 24, Octboer 1, 8 & 30, November 5 5:00 – 5:45 pm ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS Complimentary

321go!® (Fall)

Wednesdays: September 3 & 17, October 1, 15 & 29, November 12, December 3 & 17 4:45 – 5:45 pm VIRTUAL – a Zoom link will be provided to

*VIRTUAL* Social Groups for Adults

Thursdays: June 5, 12 & 26, July 10, 17 & 24 5:30 – 6:30 pm VIRTUAL – a Zoom link will be provided to registered families Complimentary REGISTER NOW

Caregiver Education: A Caregiver’s Guide to Supporting Career Development

October 9 6:30-8:00 pm EITAS Training Center 8508 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, Missouri, 64138 Complimentary REGISTER NOW Every career path is unique, and so is the journey of supporting

Fall Social and Skill-Building Groups for Adults (On-site)

Tuesdays in the Fall, beginning August 26 6:00 – 8:00 pm ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS Complimentary REGISTER NOW Adults are invited to attend our social

Caregiver Education: A Parent Roundtable Discussion on Inclusion

Saturday, August 30 10:00-11:30 am Down Syndrome Innovations5916 Dearborn St, Mission, KS Complimentary REGISTER NOW Why is inclusion so important for our loved ones with Down syndrome? What does

Home and Community Therapies

By appointment Down Syndrome Innovations5916 Dearborn St, Mission, KS Fees discussed in the intake process. Inquire about grant funding eligibility. REGISTER NOW We offer family-centered, strengths-based therapeutic services specially

Mental Health Therapy

By appointment Down Syndrome Innovations5916 Dearborn St, Mission, KS Fees discussed in the intake process. Inquire about grant funding eligibility. REGISTER NOW People with Down syndrome and other developmental

Large Group Fitness Class (Teens & Adults)

Tuesdays 5:00 – 5:45 pm or 6:00 – 6:45 pm Lifelong Learning Campus: 5916 Dearborn Street, Mission KS Learn More About Health & Wellness Services $21 per month for

InBody Scan and Consultation

By appointment only Down Syndrome Innovations5916 Dearborn St, Mission, KS $25 for individual, $40 for 2, $50 for family SUBMIT INTEREST FORM The InBody is a medical-grade body composition

321go!®

Thursdays:June 5, 12 & 26July 10, 17 & 24 5:00 – 6:00 pm VIRTUAL – a Zoom link will be provided to registered families Complimentary REGISTER NOW In partnership

Music & Motion for Babies and Toddlers

July 25, August 16, September 5, October 11, November 14, December 6 9:30 – 11:00 am ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS Complimentary REGISTER NOW Join us

Teen Summer Bash

Wednesdays: June 18 & July 16 5:00 – 7:00 pm ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS Complimentary REGISTER NOW Come join us for snacks, dancing, games, crafts,

Therapeutic Workshop: Potty Party

Friday, September 12 9:30 – 11:30 am ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS $30 for one session *Jackson County and Platte County residents, inquire about county-specific grant

Therapeutic Workshop: Community Exploration

Tuesday, July 22-Thursday, July 24 9:30 – 11:30 am (each day) ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS $90 for 3-day workshop *Jackson County and Platte County residents,

Down Syndrome Plus- Navigating Behaviors and Conditions Outside of the Expected

October 16 6:30 – 8:00 pm ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS Complimentary REGISTER NOW Many caregivers notice behavioral differences in their loved ones long before medical

*VIRTUAL* Fitness Classes (12+)

Mondays, 4:30 – 5:00 pm, Tuesdays, 3:30 – 4:00 pm VIRTUAL – a Zoom link will be provided to registered families Complimentary REGISTER NOW These weekly ONLINE fitness classes

Caregiver Resiliency and Self-Care Group

Mondays: August 8 & 25, September 22 & 29, October 13, 20 & 27, November 3 & 10, December 1, 8 & 15 5:00 – 7:00 pm Down Syndrome

Mental Health and Resiliency in ID/DD Community: Workshop for Caregivers and Professionals

November 20 6:30 – 8:00 pm EITAS Training Center 8508 Hillcrest Rd., Kansas City, Missouri, 64138 Complimentary REGISTER NOW Improving emotional well-being and quality of life is a priority

2025 New & Expectant Parents/Caregivers Gatherings

Saturdays:May 10, August 2 & November 15 9:00 – 11:00am Down Syndrome Innovations5916 Dearborn St, Mission, KS Complimentary REGISTER NOW Join us at one (or all) of our Quarterly,

Conexión Familiar: A Gathering of Spanish-Speaking Families

19 de septiembre (Septmber 19) 6:30 – 8:00 pm ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS Gratuito (Complimentary) REGISTER NOW Nos complace invitarlo a un evento de alcance

Life Care Plans and Special Needs Trust

Tuesday, July 29 6:30 – 8:00 pm Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS Complimentary REGISTER NOW Ensuring your loved one has the financial resources required to meet

How to Financially Empower the Down Syndrome Community with ABLE Accounts – VIRTUAL

Tuesday, July 22 6:30 – 8:00 pm VIRTUAL – a Zoom link will be provided to registered families Complimentary REGISTER NOW ABLE accounts allow people with disabilities to save

Youth Fitness Class (Ages 8 – 12)

Thursdays: June 5, 12 & 26, July 10, 17 & 24 4:00 – 4:45 pm ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS Complimentary REGISTER NOW Our Youth Fitness

Co-Regulation Therapeutic Small Group (for teens and adults, 14+)

Tuesdays: August 19 & 26, September 23 & 30, October 7 & 28, November 4 & 11, December 2, 19 & 16 2:00 – 3:00 pm or 4:00 –

Cognitive Aging and ID/DD – Caregiver Consultations

By Appointment Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS 66202 On-site and virtual options available REGISTER NOW Down Syndrome Innovations is working closely with the KU Alzheimer’s Disease

Caregiver Connection: Aging Years (Virtual and On-Site)

July 14, August 11, September 8, October 18, December 8 Virtual: 5:15-6:00 pm On-site: 9:00-11:00 am Virtual: Zoom link will be provided On-site: Down Syndrome Innovations Complimentary REGISTER NOW

Community Workouts for Teens and Adults

Saturdays – Ongoing Various gyms in KC metro Complimentary SUBMIT YOUR INTEREST These workouts are inclusive exercise opportunities at various gyms around the Kansas City metro. Workouts are designed

DS-ASD Caregiver Connection Group (Virtual)

Thursdays September 11, October 9, November 12, December 10 5:30 – 6:00 pm VIRTUAL – a Zoom link will be provided to registered families​ Complimentary REGISTER NOW Caregiver Connection:

Small Group Fitness Training (Teens & Adults)

Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 10:00 – 10:45 am Lifelong Learning Campus: 5916 Dearborn Street, Mission KS Learn More About Health & Wellness Services $44 per month for 1 day/week

Social and Skill-Building Groups for Adults (On-site)

Tuesdays:June 17 & 24July 8, 15 & 22 6:00 – 8:00 pm ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS Complimentary REGISTER NOW Adults are invited to attend our

FALL Virtual Social Group for Adults

Fridays in the Fall 5:30 – 6:30 pm VIRTUAL – a Zoom link will be provided to registered families Complimentary REGISTER NOW These Virtual Social Groups for Adults provide

FALL Virtual Social Group for Teens

Wednesdays in the Fall 5:30 – 6:15 pm VIRTUAL – a Zoom link will be provided to registered families Complimentary REGISTER NOW These Virtual Social Groups for Teens provide

Children’s Social Skills Group (On-Site, Ages 6-12)

Fridays: June 20 & July 18 10:00 – 11:30 am ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS Complimentary REGISTER NOW Our Children’s Social Skills Group consists of activities

Special Olympics: Young Athletes (4-7 yrs)

Mondays & Wednesdays: June 9, 11, 18, 23 & 25, July 7 & 9 5:00 – 5:45 pm ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS Complimentary REGISTER NOW

Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk – Kansas City

Saturday, October 4th 10:00am-2:00pm Truman Sports Complex l Kauffman Stadium Lot A 1 Royal Way Kansas City, MO 64129 Register Here! Please Join Us!   Celebrating 30 Years Of Stepping

Health and Wellness Consultations

By Appointment On-Site or Virtual Appointments Initial Consultation is Complimentary REGISTER NOW Would you like to talk to a health and wellness professional who understands Down syndrome to develop

Employment Consultations

By Appointment On-site or Virtual Appointments Initial Consultation is Complimentary REGISTER NOW Is your self-advocate preparing for employment or needing support in their current job? Down Syndrome Innovations has

Long-Term Planning Consultations

By Appointment On-site or Virtual Appointments Complimentary REGISTER NOW We are committed to preparing your loved one with Down syndrome for a meaningful, productive, and authentic adult life! This

Family Fitness Tour

Saturday, September 13 See Times by Location Kansas City, Lee’s Summit, Leawood, Olathe, Lenexa, and Mission Complimentary REGISTER NOW Join us on Saturday, September 13 for this special event to

Ready, Set, Regulate (Therapeutic Small Group)

Tuesdays: August 19 & 26, September 23 & 30, October 7 & 28, November 4 & 11, December 2, 9 & 16 5:00 – 6:00 pm Down Syndrome Innovations

Basketball Camp: Skills & Drills with PAC Athletes

Monday, August 11 6-12 yrs: 11 am – 12 pm 13-17 yrs: 12:30 – 2 pm 18+ yrs: 2:30 – 4 pm Powell Community Center 6200 Martway St. Mission,

Step Up for Down Syndrome Golf Classic Kansas City

Please join us for our Annual Step Up for Down Syndrome Golf Classic at Oakwood Country Club!  Register Here! Monday, September 8th, 2025 8 am Registration | 9 am

Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk – Central Missouri

Saturday, October 25th 11:30am-2:30pm Stankowski Fieldhouse Parking Lot 810 Tiger Avenue Columbia, MO 65201 Register Here! Please join us for the 8th Annual Central Missouri Step Up for Down

Central MO Social Hours

Friday, June 27 & Friday, July 25 Various play spaces in the KC area Complimentary REGISTER NOW Join us for our 2025 Family Social Gatherings in Central Missouri! This

Teen Skill Series: Friendships and Community

Mission, KS: August 18 & 25, September 22 & 29, October 27, November 3 & 10, December 1 & 8 Lee’s Summit, MO: September 2, October 7, December 16

Family Holiday Party – Kansas City

Saturday, December 6 Open House 9:00am-11:30am Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn Mission, KS 66202 REGISTER NOW SAVE THE DATE Registration Opens This Fall! ‘Tis the Season! Pack up your

Family Holiday Party – Central Missouri

Saturday, December 6 TBD TBD REGISTER NOW SAVE THE DATE Registration Opens This Fall! Happy Holidays! There’s no better way to celebrate the holiday season than together as a

Central Missouri – Step Up for Down Syndrome Golf Classic

Join us for one of Central Missouri’s leading golf tournaments! Designed for community and business leaders as a premier client entertainment event, our Tournament boasts drawings, raffles, and unique

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