Upcoming Events

Jul
2
Sun
Apply for Camp Pals 2023 Summer Camp @ Cabrini University
Jul 2 @ 9:00 am – Jul 8 @ 3:00 pm
Apply for Camp Pals 2023 Summer Camp @ Cabrini University

Join us in the city of brotherly love at PALS Philadelphia!

  • Leaders arrive Fri., June 30
  • Peers arrive Sat., July 1 (PM)
  • Partners arrive Sun., July 2
  • TIMES: TBA

Philadelphia – 1

PROGRAM SIZE:
Large (around 150 people)

LOCATION:
Cabrini University

MEDICAL SUPPORT:
This program will have a licensed medical professional on-site for the duration of the week.

AGES:
18+

APPLY HERE ➜


Philadelphia – 2

PROGRAM SIZE:
Medium (around 100 people)

LOCATION:
Cabrini University

MEDICAL SUPPORT:
This program will have a licensed medical professional and two medical volunteers with applicable certifications on-site for the duration of the week.

AGES:
12 – 17 (15-17 for Peers without DS) & 18+

APPLY HERE ➜

Jul
6
Thu
Zumba at The Springfield YMCA @ Springfield YMCA
Jul 6 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Zumba Anyone?

DATE & TIME: Thursdays at 4PM for ages 12 and Up
LOCATION: Springfield YMCA – 194 W Sproul Rd, Springfield, PA 19064

ALL ABILITIES WELCOME! (DIVERSABILTY)


Led by Nikki

Caregivers encourages to join the party! Zumba® is the dance-fitness revolution! This fun dance class is aimed at increasing physical activity levels and motor coordination. This program is for older children with and without developmental disabilities (e.g. Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, etc..)

Aug
3
Thu
RSVP for Our Summer Picnic!!! @ Paxon Hollow Country Club
Aug 3 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
RSVP for Our Summer Picnic!!! @ Paxon Hollow Country Club
The annual summer picnic will be held on Thursday, August 3rd from 6-9PM at Paxon Hollow Country Club.

Please RSVP to Megan Califano at [email protected] by July 21st. As always, please respond responsibly.

EMAIL Megan
Aug
14
Mon
The Monthly Webinar Series: August 14th
Aug 14 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Monthly Webinar Series: August 14th

The next Monthly Webinar sponsored by Down Syndrome Association of Delaware, Perinatal Prana, and Highmark is this evening, August 14th  from 7 – 8pm.

It is an opportunity to share your journey with others to form an understanding of various topic areas. No pressure to share, listening only is okay, too! We look forward to seeing a few of our DSIG families!

 

JOIN THE MEETING

Sep
11
Mon
September’s Monthly Webinar: Mindfulness for New Parents
Sep 11 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
September's Monthly Webinar: Mindfulness for New Parents

REGISTER TODAY: September’s Monthly Webinar: Mindfulness for New Parents

This program is a collaboration of health professionals and support staff from the DSA of DE and Perinatal Prana. This will serve as a pilot program as we monitor impact. Families of a child with Down syndrome of any age are encouraged to attend our virtual monthly support calls on the following topics:

Share your journey with others to form an understanding of various topic areas. These calls will be led by Perinatal Prana professionals and attended by DSA of DE Outreach Staff. No pressure to share, listening only is accepted.

Due to licensing of our medical professionals, individuals must live in the state of Delaware or be in the state of Delaware during the time of services. If you live outside the state but are willing to travel, we encourage you to participate.

Please contact Susan Blessington, Outreach Coordinator, at [email protected] or Ari Avila, Spanish Outreach Coordinator, at [email protected] for more details.

REGISTER TODAY

Sep
19
Tue
JOIN OUR WEBINAR: with Dr. Jonothan Santoro, Pediatric Neurologist
Sep 19 @ 10:18 am – 11:18 am

Join NDSS and Dr. Jonathan Santoro for a 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆 webinar about Down Syndrome Regression Disorder (DSRD) on September 19th at 7:00 PM ET!

💻 Dr. Santoro is the country’s foremost expert in studying, diagnosing, and treating DSRD. This webinar will be recorded but join live for an opportunity to ask questions at the end! Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fAL6fhHTR5GQOf-FE0MO7A

REGISTER NOW 

Sep
28
Thu
Parent Training: Strategies to Support Executive Functioning Skills
Sep 28 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us Thursday, September 28, 2023 to talk about Strategies to Support Executive Functioning Skills! 6:00pm to 8:00pm via Zoom! Sign up using the registration link below by September 26, 2023.

SIGN UP TODAY  ➜

Oct
1
Sun
Happy Down Syndrome Awareness Month! 💙💛
Oct 1 all-day
🌞Sunny Day Camp 2023🌞 @ Brandywine Youth Club
Oct 1 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
🌞Sunny Day Camp 2023🌞 @ Brandywine Youth Club

The Pennsylvania State Police invites children and adults, with special needs, or disabilities and Special Olympics participants, with their families to join us for the first free law enforcement based “Sunny Day Camp” in Concord Township, Delaware County. This event will be held at the Brandywine Youth Club and is open to all residents. This will be a fun filled learning day with law enforcement for all ages. This event will be held rain or shine, with programs held indoors in case of inclement weather.

WHEN – Sunday, October 1, 2023 – Rain or Shine
WHERE – Brandywine Youth Club 47 Thornton Road, Glen Mills PA 19342

  • All individuals must register online at www.sunnydaycamp.org Troop K-Media
  • Sunny Day Camp is FREE with lunch and snacks included. Any questions can be referred to Trooper Jessica Tobin (610-558-7074) [email protected]
  • Troop K – Media Barracks (1342 W. Baltimore Pike, Media PA 19063)
  • Applicants must be a Special Olympic Participant, or a Adult/Child
  • with special needs, or disability. There is no age limit to attend
  • Sunny Day Camp participants must be accompanied, by a family member, or a guardian

REGISTER ONLINE

Understanding SSI and SSDI Work Incentives and Benefits WEBNINAR
Oct 1 @ 6:31 pm – 7:31 pm

🚨 Are you a parent or caregiver of an individual with Down syndrome who is considering their first venture into the workforce or contemplating a return to work? Do you have questions about how employment might affect their benefits?

This webinar on 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟒𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐭 𝟏:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌 𝐄𝐓 will get into SSI Work Incentives, including the Ticket to Work program, the Medicaid buy-in program, and the array of SSDI Work Incentives like the Trial Work Period, the Continuation of Medicare Coverage, and more! 💥

Representatives from the Social Security Administration will also provide you with a clear understanding of SSI limits associated with assets and income that may impact these benefits and what happens if your loved one goes over these limits.

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐝, so be sure to register today!

REGISTER TODAY