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July News for You!
Down Syndrome Innovations (formerly Down Syndrome Guild) offers services and supports at every age and stage to help your child grow and thrive.
This monthly newsletter is created for you and your family!
Family Day at Weston Red Barn Farm!
Sunday, Sept. 12th, 1 - 3 pm
Join us for hayrack rides, corn maze, family games and visiting the farm animals. This is a great opportunity to meet other families and make new friends!
Are You Ready to STEP UP for Down Syndrome?
On Saturday, October 16th, we will host one of the largest celebrations for people with Down syndrome in the world!
Create a team for your child and invite your family and friends to register or donate to support our vital mission and work. Whether your team is four, 40 or 400, you will definitely be feeling the love and energy from our community as we step up!
Want some ideas on how to make your team great? Visit our team success page to learn more. Still have questions? Contact us and we can walk you through the team creation process.
All families that have created their walk teams by Wednesday, July 21 at 12:00 Noon will be entered into a drawing to win a gift card to Taste Buds Kitchen in Leawood, KS. The $25 gift card is valid towards a cooking class, camp or party of your choosing.
We can't wait for you to join us in Stepping Up for Down Syndrome!
Please join us for this exciting Art Exhibit that is years in the making!
Just As I Am* invites us to view the world through the lens of someone living with Down syndrome. This project’s aim is to create awareness and a better understanding of Down syndrome through raw, authentic stories, intimate portraiture and short film series, as to change the way we see those with Down syndrome.
Read more on our event page >>
*Project in Partnership with Randy Bacon of 7 Billion Ones and Down Syndrome Innovations.
Spots Available in our Summer
"Virtual" Social Groups!
Here's an opportunity for your child to have fun while making connections!
This month through August 12th, we are hosting virtual social hours for children ages 6 to 12! This is a great opportunity for them to interact with friends at a distance.
Groups are offered weekly on Thursday afternoons over Zoom. Learn more here >>
NOTE: due to the generous support of our donors, these events are complimentary/free for our families
In-Person Events Return the Week of September 20th!
Registration will open mid-August. There will be a group from 5 - 6 pm and a group from 6:15 - 7:15 pm on 9/23, 10/7, 10/21, and 11/4.
Now Enrolling for Fall: Ready, Set, Regulate!
(Therapeutic Small Groups for Children)
Designed by our Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Ready, Set, Regulate focuses on providing a supported environment where your child can learn and practice social skills.
The goal of the group is to learn and practice social skills such as taking turns, following group instructions, and managing big emotions.
Sessions begin the week of September 20th, with 8 total sessions for a member price of $200 (discounted from $600 due to the generosity of donors).
Class options are:
Monday 5:00 – 6:00
Tuesday 5:00 – 6:00
Thursday 4:00 – 5:00
DEADLINE is August 31st!
Spaces fill up quickly, so if you are interested, please be sure to fill out a Pathways application
to enroll! >>
Did You Miss Our Grand Opening?
On June 19th, we hosted the Grand Opening of our Lifelong Learning Campus and debuted our expanded services and supports for people with Down syndrome—of all ages!
If you weren’t able to attend and would like to schedule a personal tour, please email Tyler! He'll show you around our new, state-of-the-art building and discuss the potential services/support that might be a fit for your family at this stage of this journey!
Have you “connected” with us yet? We encourage you to fill out our contact form TODAY!
A Website Page Just for You!
Don't miss your dedicated section on our new website! This is where you can find the most up-to-date information for your family! >>
