Have You Moved, Changed Your Address, Phone Number, or Email Address?
Please reach out to Christa Ventura with any changes to contact information at Christa.Ventura@DelcoDSIG.org.
Please reach out to Christa Ventura with any changes to contact information at Christa.Ventura@DelcoDSIG.org.
Hear from our latest EAF Neurodiverse Gameday Staff Star of the Game as she talks about her favorite things!
PALS 2026 Summer Programs are now open for applications, with two week-long sessions taking place July 19–25 at St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, and at Towson University in
Our hearts are full — and it’s all because of you.Thank you to everyone who participated in Giving Tuesday and made a donation in support
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year’s Holiday Party! Your smiles, energy, and holiday cheer made the evening truly magical. We’re so
We’re proud to host our annual Sensory-Friendly Santa Event — designed especially for children with disabilities or sensory sensitivities. Date:, December 7th @ 10:00 AM
We’re coming together December 2, 2025, to support the incredible families, kids, and adults who make Delco DSIG the vibrant, inclusive community it is. Every generous
We’re especially grateful for our amazing community. We are thankful for each of you! Wishing everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving! Enjoy your day! 🦃💛
PALS is thrilled to announce their Summer 2026 dates and locations!🎉 Check out the link below for all the details, and mark your calendars —
We’re proud to share that Upper Darby Little League Coach Jack Malone has been named the International Challenger Little League Coach of the Year!This incredible honor highlights Coach
“ACTORS” NEEDED TO PLAY PATIENTS FOR MEDICAL SCHOOL!Want to help medical students become better doctors?Penn medical students are taking a course to practice with “patients”
Thank you to everyone who helped make DelcoDSIG’s Bingo Event so successful. We appreciate all of our sponsors and donors. And a special thank you
We’re gearing up for another SOLD OUT Bingo Event, and it’s already shaping up to be our best one yet! This is our biggest fundraiser
DelcoDSIG members had a great time at Linvilla Orchards! Beautiful weather, and even more beautiful memories made together! There’s nothing better than that! Click the link
You’re invited to a FREE webinar on Wednesday, November 12th at 6:00 PM.Leahy Life Plan and The Law Office of Randy Hope Steen, Ltd. will be teaming up to walk
We’re so grateful for everyone who has already jumped in to help plan and prepare for this year’s event — it’s shaping up to be
Thank you all for your support! We are looking forward to a wonderful evening!
Get ready for a frightfully fun and inclusive Halloween celebration right here in Delaware County! Whether you’re looking for sensory-friendly festivities, family-friendly fun, or fully
A huge thank you to all the families and members who joined us for our DelcoDSIG Hayride at Linvilla Orchards! It was such a joy
Join us to celebrate the season with community, connection, and cheer—RSVP to Kelsey today. Event Details Please RSVP by November 17, 2025 to Kelsey Mango at Kelsey.mango@delcodsig.org with your
Can we ask a few families to team up and put together an amazing Wrapping Paper Raffle Basket (or two!) for our upcoming event? 🎀
We’re thrilled to share that the Down Syndrome Association of Delaware has earned a grant to bring Deb and Marc from Practice Without Pressure to
Join the Virtual Down Syndrome Symposium — October 18, 2025 📅 Date & Time: Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 11:00 AM EDT. 🎥 Format: Virtual livestream — you’ll get
📅 Oct. 19, 2025 | 📍 Lincoln Financial Field Sign up and walk for awareness, acceptance, and inclusion at the annual CHOP Buddy Walk & Family Fun
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month — a time to celebrate the abilities, achievements, and unique gifts of people with Down Syndrome. It’s also an
How lucky are we to be greeted with that fabulous smile at basket pick-up? We can’t say thank you enough to the incredible friends, families,
🍂 Join us for a fall hayride at Linvilla! Check the flyer below for more information, and make sure to RSVP to my email kelsey.mango@delcodsig.org. Can’t
Your voice matters! Apply for C2P2 (Competence & Confidence: Partners in Policymaking) — Temple University’s leadership and advocacy program for adults with disabilities and parents.
Is medical, dental, or personal care causing fear or anxiety for your loved one? Have you been told restraint or sedation are the only options?
What a night!On July 28th, 2025, DelcoDSIG families gathered for our annual Summer Party—and it was a blast! There was dancing, delicious food, and even
At the Advocate Medical Group Adult Down Syndrome Center, many individuals and families share how meaningful music is in their lives. From attending concerts and
Dear Delco DSIG Community, Please join us in extending our deepest gratitude to Megan Califano for her incredible 18 years of service on the DelcoDSIG
We’re gearing up for this year’s BINGO Night on Friday, November 15, 2025, and we need your help to make our basket raffle a success!
Upper Chichester Township Recreation Department and Police Department invite you to a fun-filled and award-winning event: 🌟 The DELCO Inclusive Dance Party 🌟📍 Upper Chichester
To make it easier to recognize the arrival of your Medicaid renewal packet in the mail, DHS has started using large pink envelopes to send
We are excited to announce we have begun planning our annual DelcoDSIG Bingo! Save the date and check the event out on Facebook! 💙 November
Applications for the NDSS Times Square Video Presentation close June 4, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET. 📸 Submit your photo today at ndss.org/nyc-buddy-walk-tsv
Big news from Adidas! They’re stepping up in a big way by designing a brand-new line of shoes made specifically for people with Down syndrome
Thank you to all the DelcoDSIG families who came out to join the fun — it was a perfect spring morning filled with smiles, sunshine,
We’re thrilled to announce the conclusion of our World Down Syndrome Day Fundraiser, where together we raised an incredible $12,002! While we didn’t quite reach
Butterfly Buddy Camp is an incredible summer program designed to foster friendships and inclusion for children and young adults with disabilities. This week-long camp pairs
World Down Syndrome Day is on March 21 every year, a global awareness day to help people understand and support those with Down syndrome better.
Can you believe it?! We’ve hit our halfway mark in just 10 days, proving once again what an incredible and supportive community we have. The
Wow! We’re just a few dollars shy of reaching $9,000, putting us on the cusp of our THIRD MILESTONE! 👏 Your support has been incredible!
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for the Delco DSIG Parent’s Night Out! It was wonderful connecting, sharing laughs, and building our
Research opportunity with individuals with Down syndrome between the ages of 10-17 years old at Jefferson. REGISTER TODAY
🌟It’s March, which means World Down Syndrome Day is just around the corner—on March 21st! We’re thrilled to kick off our Fill the Calendar Fundraiser
Please join us in welcoming baby Chance and his family to our organization! His mom, dad, and older siblings are cherishing every precious moment with
Join Us for the DS Sports Soccer Road Show – Register by Feb. 15! Delco DSIG is excited to share that the Down Syndrome Sports
Mom (Jessica), Dad (Luis), and big sister, Harper, are loving on the new addition to their family! We are so excited to welcome them into
Check the flyer for information, and make sure to RSVP to Megan Califano at megancalifano@gmail.com by March 1st!
We are saddened to share the news that Karen Hatzell, a cherished mother to Brian Short, passed away on January 13th, 2025. Funeral Arrangements:A celebration
Study to investigate how control of breathing is difference in children with Down syndrome. A fellow DelcoDSIG member and mother, Helen Wusinich Milligan, is conducting
We are thrilled to share an incredible opportunity for young adults with Down syndrome! PALS Summer Camps provide a transformative experience filled with fun, friendship,
As the year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to thank each of you for being part of our amazing community.
In 2023, experts from across the globe gathered for an enlightening webinar on Sleep Apnea Across the Lifespan in People with Down Syndrome. Read about
The Department of Labor (DOL) has proposed ending the pilot program that allowed federal contractors to request wage determinations on a contract-by-contract basis. If finalized,
It was a holly jolly good time at the DelcoDSIG’s annual Holiday Party! 🎉 A heartfelt thank you to all the amazing DelcoDSIG members who
As 2024 comes to a close, we at the DelcoDSIG want to take a moment to reflect on what an incredible year it’s been. This
If you were, could you please email any pictures 📷 you have to Kelsey Mango at kelsey.mango@delcodsig.org? We realized that we never collected them (better late
DelcoDSIG’s BINGO Fundraiser on November 23, 2024, was an incredible success, raising $20,000 to support the mission of the Delaware County Down Syndrome Interest Group!
Dear DelcoDSIG Members, Thank you for making this year’s Annual Bingo Event such a fantastic success! Your enthusiasm, energy, and support truly brought the night
💛Bingo game prizes are $150 gift cards.💙Over 70 awesome raffle baskets.💛Special extra game prize if $500 Amazon Gift Card.Thank you for your incredible support in
We’re excited to announce the PEAL Winter Bites series, which starts on December 17, 2024. Log on during lunch and learn about topics such as understanding
A huge thank you to everyone who came out to the Delaware County Down Syndrome Interest Group’s 2024 Linvilla Hayride! It was such a joy
It was such an amazing morning at the Run for Homies with Bonus Chromies! Thank you to everyone at InkAway and all the sponsors for
Trick or treat, it’s time for something sweet! Happy Halloween from some of our amazing members!
The CHOP Buddy Walk and Family Fun Day raised funds for their “Trisomy 21” program that helps people of all ages with Down syndrome.
Our Under 5 Group has a Spooky, Fun Time this weekend! Click the image above or the button below to see a video gallery from
Get ready for some cuteness overload! This beautiful family came to our group prenatally. We’re so excited that Charlie is here now and can’t wait
💙💛 Whether you dined in, ordered through the drive thru, or did carry out… we appreciated you supporting our group tonight! Thank you 💙💛
Josh is an 11-year-old dynamo who loves entertaining people with his singing, dancing, and infectious laughter! He’s a huge fan of reggaeton music and enjoys
AGES: 0-5 DATE: Oct. 26th, 2024TIME: 10:00am – 11:00amLOCATION: Ancona Montessori School, 5290 Township Line Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 19026. Please join us for the long awaited, much
At just 2 years old, Josie keeps busy with full-time daycare and swim classes, diving into each day with boundless curiosity. Her proud moments include
So excited for Matt and Morgan! Springfield High School 2024 Homecoming King & Queen!
We have some more royalty in our group!! Congratulations, Sophia! Marple Newtown High School Homecoming Queen 2024
Join us in celebrating as we showcase some of our incredible families throughout this month. Down Syndrome Awareness Month fosters a more inclusive and supportive
Join us for a fun fall evening at Linvilla Orchards! DelcoDSIG members are invited to the Party Area of Linvilla, where the hayride will be
Our DelcoDSIG member Lily, at just 4.5 years old, loves Irish dancing and spends time doing arts and crafts with her sisters. When Lily grows
Have Fun & Try New Sports! Youth Athletes Festival
We are thrilled to welcome baby Charlie to our group! Mom, Dad, and big sister Sidney are in love! We couldn’t be happier for their
We write to you today with both gratitude and excitement as we announce a significant change in Delaware County Down Syndrome Interest Group’s leadership. After
We are so excited to share this wonderful opportunity that is available for our local Down syndrome community! Delco DSIG, and a few other local
Photoshoot 2 with Julia Agnew at John Heinz Park, Saturday 09/28/2024, from11:00am-2:00pm Photoshoot 3 With Molly May at Swarthmore Location, Sunday 09/29/2024, from 4:25pm –
WHEN: November 23, 2024WHERE: Brookhaven Community Center2 Cambridge Rd, Brookhaven, PA 19015 Doors open at 5:00pm / Games begin at 6:00pm💙 Tickets are $35 in advance (reservations must
A beautiful day to kick off our member photos! A massive thank you to @aarondaphotog (Aaron Stallworth) for coming back for year two and donating more of
Help us pump up our DELCODSIG members as they end summer ✌🏻 ☀️ and head back to school 📚! We hope everyone has an amazing
Collettey’s Cookies, founded by Collette Divitto, who has Down syndrome, is known for its delectable range of gourmet cookies. Collette’s journey from a passionate home
Kevin sees the world through colors. He has always enjoyed drawing with markers to create shapes and designs. In high school, his drawings were used
We need your help! This race is impossible without sponsors. If you are interested in sponsoring or contributing in another way to make this year’s
Jake Spencer, 39, of Glen Mills, loves dogs… and he loves painting dogs. He set out to paint his own dog, a cute Jack Russell named
Please consider supporting a family in need by donating through the Be the Joy Foundation at this link. Your generosity can make a significant difference
This week, our Entrepreneur Spotlight shines on Molly Warren, the creative force behind Tinker Bath Bombs. Molly’s bath bombs have become a beloved staple in
Nate Seagraves started taking photos in the summer of 2016. He uses his iPhone to take his photos and utilizes special tools to create the
For those who attended our Summer Party tonight, we would love for you to complete a quick survey about your experience! For those who didn’t make
