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... READ MORE

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... READ MORE

321go!®

Thursdays:June 5, 12 & 26July 10, 17 & 24 5:00 – 6:00 pm VIRTUAL – a Zoom link will be provided to registered families Suggested donation of $20 REGISTER... READ MORE

Music & Motion for Babies and Toddlers

Fridays, June 20 & July 25Saturday, August 16 9:30 – 11:30 am ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS FREE/DONOR-FUNDED. Donations are welcome to help pay it forward!... READ MORE

Teen Summer Bash

Wednesdays: June 18 & July 16 5:00 – 7:00 pm ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS FREE/DONOR-FUNDED. Donations are welcome to help pay it forward! REGISTER NOW... READ MORE

Therapeutic Workshop: Emotional Regulation and Sensations

Tuesday, June 24-Thursday, June 26 9:30 – 11:30 am (each day) ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS $67.50 for 3-day workshop *Jackson County and Platte County residents,... READ MORE

Therapeutic Workshop: Relationships, Puberty, and Sexuality

Tuesday, June 10-Thursday, June 12 9:30 – 11:30 am (each day) ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS $100 for 3-day workshop *Jackson County and Platte County residents,... READ MORE

Therapeutic Workshop: Total Communication and AAC in the Community

Tuesday, July 15-Thursday, July 17 9:30 – 11:30 am (each day) ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS $100 for 3-day workshop *Jackson County and Platte County residents,... READ MORE

Therapeutic Workshop: Literacy and AAC

Tuesday, July 8-Thursday, July 10 9:30 – 11:30 am (each day) ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS $100 for 3-day workshop *Jackson County and Platte County residents,... READ MORE

Therapeutic Workshop: Potty Party

Tuesday, June 17 or Wednesday, June 18 9:30 – 11:30 am ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS $30 for one session *Jackson County and Platte County residents,... READ MORE

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,... READ MORE

Down Syndrome Plus: Navigating Behaviors and Conditions Outside the Expected

Down Syndrome Plus: Navigating Behaviors and Conditions Outside the Expected

Many caregivers notice behavioral differences in their loved ones long before medical professionals do. This educational seminar aims to inform and empower caregivers about the various behaviors, differences, and... READ MORE

  • Date:Thursday, April 24th
  • Time:6:30 to 8:00 pm | Caregiver Connection Opportunity 6 - 6:30 pm
  • Location:Down Syndrome Innovations: 5916 Dearborn St, Mission, KS 66202
  • Learn More & RegisterClick Here!
  • Fee:Donor-Funded / FREE due to the generosity of our donors, grantors and community partners!
Post-Secondary Transitions: Navigating the IEP Process for a Successful Future (VIRTUAL)

Post-Secondary Transitions: Navigating the IEP Process for a Successful Future – VIRTUAL

This seminar will focus on providing parents and caregivers with a clear understanding of the IEP transition process, from the legal requirements to the best practices for ensuring a... READ MORE

  • Date:Wednesday, April 23rd
  • Time6:30 -8:00 pm
  • Virtual SeminarZoom Link sent to registered participants
  • Learn More & RegisterClick Here!
  • Fee:FREE/DONOR-FUNDED thanks to philanthropy!

Promoting Health and Hygiene: Empowering Women with Down Syndrome – VIRTUAL

Thursday, June 12 6:30 – 8:00 pm VIRTUAL – a Zoom link will be provided to registered families​ FREE/DONOR-FUNDED. Donations are welcome to help pay it forward! REGISTER NOW... READ MORE

*VIRTUAL* Fitness Classes (6 – 18+)

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... READ MORE

Caregiver Resiliency and Self-Care Group

Caregiver Resiliency and Self-Care Group

Down Syndrome Innovations cares about the mental health of our parents and caregivers. Join other caregivers for facilitated discussion, resource sharing, and yoga, all for the purpose of building... READ MORE

  • Day/TimeMondays from 5:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Location:Down Syndrome Innovations: 5916 Dearborn St, Mission, KS 66202
  • Learn More & Register:Click Here!
  • Fee:FREE

2025 New & Expectant Parents/Caregivers Gatherings

Saturdays:May 10, August 2 & November 15 9:00 – 11:00am Down Syndrome Innovations5916 Dearborn St, Mission, KS FREE/DONOR-FUNDED REGISTER NOW Join us at one (or all) of our Quarterly,... READ MORE

Life Care Plans and Special Needs Trust

Tuesday, July 29 6:30 – 8:00 pm Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS FREE/DONOR-FUNDED. Donations are welcome to help pay it forward! REGISTER NOW Ensuring your loved... READ MORE

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 FREE/DONOR-FUNDED. Donations are welcome to help pay it forward! REGISTER NOW... READ MORE

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... READ MORE

2025 spring co-regulation groups

Co-Regulation Therapeutic Small Group (for Teens & Adults, 14+)

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... READ MORE

  • Day/Time:Tuesdays at 2:00-3:00 pm or 4:00-5:00 pm
  • Learn More & RegisterClick Here
  • Fee:Therapeutic Service Fee

Family & Friends Trivia Night!

Thank You to our Food Sponsor! Click the logo to visit their website! Thank You to our Drink Sponsor! Click the logo to visit their website! Join us for... READ MORE

  • Date:Friday, May 2nd
  • Time:6:00 - 9:00 pm
  • LocationPowell Community Center 6200 Martway St, Mission KS
  • Learn More & RegisterClick Here!
  • Fundraising Event - Entry Fee$250 per table of 8 or $35 per person
Functional Fitness: How Exercise Plays a Critical Role in Supporting Common Conditions That Affect Development and Independence

Caregiver Education: Functional Fitness – VIRTUAL

Designed for all ages! Join us for an educational seminar that will not only address the main health challenges of people with Down syndrome, but also how to address... READ MORE

  • For All Ages!
  • Date:Thursday, May 29th
  • Time:6:30 - 8:00 pm
  • Virtual Seminar
  • Learn More & RegisterClick Here!
  • Fee:FREE: Funded by our donors, sponsors and grantors

Cognitive Aging and ID/DD – Caregiver Consultations

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,... READ MORE

Caregiver Connection: Aging Years – VIRTUAL

Mondays:June 9, July 14 & August 11 5:15 – 6:00 pm VIRTUAL – a Zoom link will be provided to registered families Complimentary REGISTER NOW Caregiver Connection: Aging Years... READ MORE

Connect & Play! (Various Locations, Ages 0 – 6)

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... READ MORE

  • Dates:Multiple Dates
  • Learn More & RegisterClick Here
  • Fee:FREE/DONOR-FUNDED thanks to our donors, grantors, and community partners!

Community Workouts for Teens and Adults

Saturdays – Ongoing Various gyms in KC metro FREE/DONOR-FUNDED. Donations are welcome to help pay it forward! SUBMIT YOUR INTEREST These workouts are inclusive exercise opportunities at various gyms... READ MORE

DS-ASD Virtual Caregiver Connection Group – VIRTUAL

Wednesdays:June 11, July 9 & July 13 5:30 – 6:00 pm VIRTUAL – a Zoom link will be provided to registered families​ FREE/DONOR-FUNDED. Donations are welcome to help pay... READ MORE

Night at Kelly’s (Ages 18+)

Wednesday, June 11 5:30 – 7:30 pm ​Kelly’s Westport Inn 500 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO FREE, thanks to the generosity of Kelly’s Westport Inn RSVP NOW Friends and... READ MORE

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... READ MORE

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

Tuesdays: June 17 & 24 July 8, 15 & 22 6:00 – 8:00 pm ​Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS FREE/DONOR-FUNDED REGISTER NOW Adults are invited to... READ MORE

*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... READ MORE

*VIRTUAL* Social Groups for Teens

Tuesdays: June 10, 17 & 24, July 8, 15 & 22 5:30 – 6:15 pm VIRTUAL – a Zoom link will be provided to registered families Complimentary REGISTER NOW... READ MORE

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

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... READ MORE

  • Times/Dates:Saturday Mornings, 10:00 - 11:00 am (Multiple Dates)
  • Learn More & RegisterClick Here!
  • Fee:FREE: Funded by philanthropy

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... READ MORE

Health and Wellness Consultations

~Health & Wellness Consultations~ Would you like to talk to a health and wellness professional who understands Down syndrome to develop proactive strategies for incorporating more activity into your... READ MORE

  • Date:Year-Round
  • Learn More
  • CostComplimentary / FREE

Employment Consultations

~Employment Consultations~ Is your self-advocate preparing for employment or needing support in their current job? Down Syndrome Innovations has a certified employment support professional to help your family navigate... READ MORE

  • Date:Year-Round
  • Learn More
  • CostComplimentary / FREE

Long-Term Planning Consultations

~Long-Term Planning Consultations~ We are committed to preparing your loved one with Down syndrome for a meaningful, productive, and authentic adult life! This requires future planning for parents and... READ MORE

  • Date:Year-Round
  • Learn More
  • CostComplimentary / FREE
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Ready, Set, Regulate (Therapeutic Small Groups, Ages 6-13)

Designed and facilitated by our Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Ready, Set, Regulate offers caregivers and self-advocates the opportunity to participate in both 1:1 and group learning activities. These therapeutic... READ MORE

  • Days of the WeekTuesdays & Thursdays from 5:00 - 6:00 pm
  • Learn More & RegisterClick Here
  • Fee:Therapeutic Service Fee
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Central MO Social Hours

Join us for our 2025 Family Social Gatherings in Central Missouri! This is an opportunity for families to meet and exchange stories, resources, and fellowship!   Dinner and childcare... READ MORE

  • DateMonthly on Friday
  • Time:6 - 8 pm
  • Learn More & RSVPClick Here!
  • Fee:FREE/DONOR-FUNDED thanks to our Step Up Walk donors

Teen Skills Series: Friendships and Community (On-Site, Ages 12-18)

Our Teen Skills Series consists of structured activities and semi-structured free time to help self-advocates aged 12-18 build relationships with friends, spend time in their community, and practice a... READ MORE

  • Date/Time:Mondays from 5:00 - 6:30 pm, beginning Jan. 27th
  • Location:Down Syndrome Innovations Campus: 5916 Dearborn Street, Mission KS 66202
  • To Learn More & Register:Click Here!
  • Fee:FREE/DONOR-FUNDED thanks to our Step Up Walk donors, grantors and Community Partners!

Summer Celebration at Down Syndrome Innovations!

Saturday, June 7 10 am – 12:00 pm Down Syndrome Innovations 5916 Dearborn St, Mission KS FREE/DONOR-FUNDED. Donations are welcome to help pay it forward! REGISTER NOW Grab your... READ MORE

23rd Annual KC Step Up for Down Syndrome Golf Classic

Please join us for our 23rd Annual Step Up for Down Syndrome Golf Classic at Oakwood Country Club. Golfers will enjoy a great day of golf and VIP treatment... READ MORE

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... READ MORE

  • Date: Monday, April 28th
  • Time/s:8 am Registration | 9 am Shot Gun Start
  • LocationColumbia Country Club – Columbia, MO
  • Learn MoreClick Here >>