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January News for You!
Down Syndrome Innovations 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!
Our Winter Programming starts NEXT WEEK! Our Social Groups will focus on providing a structured environment for children to practice social skills and interact with peers in their age group. Various activities will be provided week to week and supporting staff will facilitate interaction between participants and transitions between activities.
Meeting every other Thursday, we have two options for times:
- Option 1: 5:00 - 6:00 pm
- Option 2: 6:15 - 7:15 pm
*Groups will be limited to 12 participants per session out of caution. Once a group has reached 12 registered participants, a waitlist will be started. If you sign up for the waitlist, you will be contacted in the event of an open spot for a session.
NOTE: due to the generous support of our donors, these events are complimentary/free for our families
Now Enrolling: Ready, Set, Regulate!
(Therapeutic Small Groups for Children)
Ready, Set, Regulate focuses on providing a supported environment where your child can learn and practice social skills. The groups are designed and facilitated by our Board Certified Behavior Analyst!
The goal is to learn and practice social skills such as taking turns, following group instructions, and managing big emotions.
Sessions begin NEXT WEEK, 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
Our Pathways Therapeutic Services focus on equipping families of children with practical strategies and purposeful activities today, which prepare them for a meaningful, productive, and authentic adult life in the future!
The Pathways team includes an occupational therapist (OT), a speech-language pathologist (SLP), and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
We utilize evidence-based, best practice provided by therapists with advanced knowledge in Down syndrome.
Join Us for our NEW, Parent/Caregiver Roundtable!
(Virtual)
Parent/Caregiver Roundtables provide an opportunity to get together and ask questions; share resources; and build connections with other parents and caregivers. These groups will run from 5:15 to 6:00 pm (every other Thursday), but parents and caregivers are more than welcome to continue the conversation with others beyond the official end time.
These groups are held on the off weeks of our Children’s In-Person Social Group, and will be hosted virtually in order to allow flexibility for parents and caregivers. Your child does not have to be attending the Children’s In-Person Group or any other services for you to attend our Virtual Parent and Caregiver Roundtables.
NOTE: due to the generous support of our donors, these events are complimentary/FREE for our families.
Down Syndrome Innovations is thrilled to welcome Savannah Yantzi to our Team as Data and Billing Specialist!
Savannah has four years of experience in a pharmacy setting as a Senior Pharmacy Technician (CPhT). She is nationally certified as a pharmacy technician in data entry and managing reports.
“After volunteering at Down Syndrome Innovation’s Grand Opening and 5k and learning about the mission from the team, I quickly noticed how it aligned with my personal values,” explains Savannah. “I have always been passionate about helping others reach their maximum potential!”
“I enjoy coming to work each day knowing that I am helping make a difference in the lives of the people and families we serve,” Savannah shares. “I am excited to share my knowledge and help our organization continue to be on the forefront of changing lives!”
Savannah Yantzi
Outside of work, Savannah enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her husband, Dustin, and their three children. She also enjoys DIY projects, cooking and baking.
Please join us in
welcoming Savannah!
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