📷 Highlights from The Fall Photoshoot 🍂
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
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
Thank you to all the wonderful parents who joined us for the DelcoDSIG Parents-Night-Out Bowling Event! It was such a fun night getting together with
About The CorpsThe Fr. Bill Atkinson Service Corps is an inclusive, integrated community where adults with disabilities, their friends, peers, and mentors come together to
Every year, NDSS reminds the world in a BIG way about the value that people with Down syndrome bring to their communities through a special
Ruby’s Rainbow scholarship application deadline is fast approaching on April, 15!! And thanks to you guys, we have lots of scholarship funds to give!! We
In recognition of World Down Syndrome Day, FOX 29’s Jennaphr Frederick is at Kati Mac Floral Designs, a local flower shop giving employment to those
Summer camp means friends, crafts, games, swimming, adventure, counselors, campfires, and fun — for all kinds of kids! If you’re looking for a summer camp
Media Unified is a Special needs coed touch rugby program for High school and older.This Saturday and Sunday, Media Unified Rugby will be sponsoring an
Penn State researchers report holistic framework to develop better interventions. Great article from Penn State! READ THE ARTICLE
The Down to Box program with Aston Jabz was a huge success and Jabz would like to offer a Fall sessions for our members. We
Check out the news article featuring the talented works of DSIG member Jake Spencer!!!!Keep an eye out for other DSIG members as part of their
Kevin and Alison Feather of Springfield along with big brother John (8 years old) and big sister Beatrice (6 years old) welcomed Isaac on 4/10/23.
Researchers at the University of Pittsburg need your help developing a new self-report questionnaire about managing emotions for teens and adults. How can you participate?They
We are so excited to offer this class each Friday night June-August. 🥊 If you know someone that may be interested – please reach out!
Beautiful weather, stunning location, picture-ready members and a phenomenal photographer- what more could you ask for?! 📸 Our third and final photoshoot is complete! Thank
By: Brian Chicoine, MD, and Abby Rowley, LCSW Adult Down Syndrome Center | April 2023 Fear of heights is a common fear identified by individuals
If you are a member of the DCDSIG, please fill out the required google form for us so we can update our membership database. It
How to Keep Your Health Care CoveragePennsylvania is preparing for the end of continuous coverage for Medical Assistance (MA) and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my long time friend and DSIG member, Ron Nagel, father
Barbie has introduced another first in the 64-year history of the toy: a new doll with Down syndrome. The doll further increases representation in the
The DSIG is a non-profit organization run by volunteers. We value any amount of time and energy you are willing to share with our organization.
Kelsey Mango and Christa Ventura have officially joined the board and will serve as Co-Vice Presidents. The pair will work closely with other board members
We would like to give a warm welcome to our newest members. Mark and Susan Hartunian from Prospect Park welcomed their daughter, Angelica, on November
DSIG is actively recruiting for new board members. We are currently looking to fill the following positions, which have either been vacant for some time
DSIG would like to say “Thank You” to Christine for the virtual Q&A sessions on the topic of accessing behavioral health services that she hosted
DSIG Summer Picnic Thursday, August 8, 2019 from 6-9pm Paxon Hollow Country Club: 850 Paxon Hollow Road, Media PA. 19063. DSIG Summer Picnic is scheduled
After being our home for 20+ years it is time to say goodbye to Hancock United Methodist Church in Springfield PA. We have received notice
Twirl Dance Studio – Dance Classes for Students with Down syndrome Many of our younger members are already involved in classes at this dance studio
Below is the link for an article about Chris Burke and his family which appeared in the Delaware County Daily Times recently. Chris was originally
Another great resource from DSIG Member, Terry Kibelstis…This group is supported by NDSS and is working to advocate for Down syndrome issues at the PA
Young people with Down syndrome, ages 12+, who have Keystone First Medicaid Insurance, are eligible for a membership with their local YMCA for a fee
One of our DSIG members, Kelsey Mango, approached the DSIG Board about wanting to do a DSIG Digital Directory for members of DSIG to help
Dear Family and Friends of DSIG, The board has been busy gearing up for next year. We are always looking for ideas and topics
Now that the Stephen Beck, Jr. ABLE Act has been signed into law, the most frequent question families have is, “When can we create an
To date, five Beautiful Beginnings Baskets have been delivered to families who have given birth to a child with Down syndrome in a Delaware County
Notre Dame Academy in Villanova, PA will once again be hosting a iCan Shine Bike Camp from Monday, 7/7/14 – Friday, 7/11/14. DSIG will reimburse
Temple University’s Department of Public Health and the Institute on Disabilities are conducting research about emergencies and disasters. Our goal is to help emergency managers
Educational Series The Trisomy 21 Program at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, in cooperation with Hinkle, Fingles & Prior, attorneys at law, is hosting a
The date has been set! Please join us for another morning of FUN and friendship. We will be in need of Silent Auction items and
SIBLING PAIRS NEEDED FOR ACTING WORKSHOP The Institute on Disabilities is seeking two sibling pairs to help further the development of its play, A Fierce
We are very excited our Educational Advocacy Program* in partnership with the Arc of Delaware County and we are pleased to provide additional details about
Forever Friends is a unique and exciting new inclusive children’s show targeted for kids ages 2-7. It stars Chris Burke, the actor with Down syndrome best know
Brian Taff from ABC News recently published a story on the 6ABC news site that featured Rachel Rhea from Newark High School. Rachel has Down
The 21 Research Resource Act will expand and intensify Down syndrome programs of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control
Ronald Nagel, son of Mr. and Mrs Nagel, is featured in this inspiring piece published in the Marple Newtown Patch. The article talks about his
The Creed of Children with Down Syndrome Below is an inspiring poem, penned by an unknown author, that eloquently describes a life long struggle for
