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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

WHEN: Saturday, February 8, 2025WHERE: Riverfront Events, 760 Justison St. Wilmington, DE 19801If you or your child’s teacher sends an email to christa.ventura@delcodsig.org, she can provide them

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,

🎅🏼We would love to have some anonymous feedback about the event. Click here to send us some feedback on the Holiday Party.🤶We would love some

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

Aidan’s Salsa Story: Aidan began making salsa for family and friends, and after receiving enthusiastic encouragement, he decided to turn his passion into a business.

💛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

Thank you all for joining us at the Linvilla Orchards Fall Hayride! It was wonderful to see so many of you there, enjoying the beautiful

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

Jaeha Lee, a professor at North Dakota State University in the Department of Art and Design+, is conducting a research study aimed at designing more

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

364 Wilmington Pike, STE C-1, Glen Mills, PA 19342 Thursday Evenings 6:15pm-7pm Ages 6 and Up Ballet / Lyrical & Hip Hop / Jazz 10

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

“Hello everyone.🚙 As you go about your week, think about the places you frequent. (Sport/extra curricular activity facilities, grocery stores, restaurants, etc.) 🛑 Stop by

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

If you’re free on August 17th from 10:00am -11:00am join us at Ancona Montessori School in Drexel Hill, PA for a chance to meet other

DelcoDSIG is looking for a few local and generous photographers to volunteer their talent and time! We are hoping to provide our members and their

To Whom It May Concern, We are writing on behalf of the Delaware County Down Syndrome Interest Group with the hope that you will consider

July 8th, 2024 @ 7PM Now that we have a date secured for DSIG Bingo, we’d love to start planning for the event! We are

We hope the members and families of DelcoDSIG had a wonderful Fourth of July celebration!❤️🤍💙

FREE leadership development training for families of children receiving Early Intervention Infant/Toddler or Preschool services. Competence and Confidence: Partners in Policymaking EARLY INTERVENTION (C2P2 EI)

Discover how the Down syndrome community is poised to benefit from groundbreaking research as they participate in a clinical trial for a promising new Alzheimer’s

DelcoDSIG members 12 and under had such a fun evening getting together at Bette’s Family Fun Center on the 14th 💛💙 this is our second

👏 Please help us in congratulating the 2024 Sheetz Family Award of Excellence winner, John Thomas from Delaware County (Special Olympics Pennsylvania – Delaware County)!

The school year may have ended but there are still plenty of learning opportunities this summer! Several Down syndrome organizations are hosting webinars on a

A heartfelt thank you to each of you for joining us at Bette’s Family Fun Center on June 14th. Your presence truly made the event

After a short hiatus, Down to Box at Jabz Ridley Park is thrilled to introduce our newest boxing coach, John McLaughlin! John is certified and

We’ve secured a date and location for the DelcoDSIG biggest fundraiser of the year! More details to come, but mark your calendar! 💙💛 WHEN: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER

We want to shine a spotlight on our members who have Down Syndrome and who are also entrepreneurs! 🌟 These incredible individuals are breaking barriers,

After months of negotiations and uncertainty, CHOP and Keystone First/AmeriHealth Caritas PA have finally reached a contract agreement. This news comes as a huge relief


This summer could change everything for you and your child’s speech, language, and communication skills. Transform your daily interactions into a fun and exciting journey

“BB” creates baskets of resources, baby items and important updated information about Down syndrome and delivers it to local families that welcome a baby with


Longtime Delaware County Special Olympics volunteer and Management Team member Ronnie Barton passed away on Wednesday, May 1st. Many of you knew Ronnie, but for

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our member Frankie Gentile. Please keep Janice Gillen Gentile and Fran and their entire

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

Get ready to explore a new world of sensory excitement at Ridley Creek State Park! Their brand new sensory playground is now open and ready

🌟 Thank you to all who came out to support of the DelcoDSIG at Down Syndrome Awareness Night! Your presence made the event a huge success as we celebrated and raised awareness for individuals with Down Syndrome. Let’s continue to spread love, acceptance, and inclusion for all.

Walter Michael Hirst December 22, 1964 – April 14, 2024 Walter M. Hirst (Mike) Walter M Hirst (Mike) passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024,

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

The application to be in the NDSS Times Square Video presentation is officially open! 🥳 Each year to kick off the New York City Buddy

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

Does your child with Down syndrome have trouble wearing a CPAP mask for the treatment of severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? We are doing a

We learned about some of these wonderful books available for our community and we wanted to pass them along! 📚 Boyfriends & Girlfriends: A Guide

Join our all-abilities Unified Touch Rugby Program here in DELCO. Open to High School and older special needs athletes. No fee, COED.Practice 6:00-7:00PM.Rose Tree ElementaryFirst

We are excited to announce the totally revamped PA Planning for the Future Transition Checklist! Download the checklist from our website: https://bit.ly/PATransitionChecklist2024 The checklist is

Please make sure to share anything you think could benefit other members of DelcoDSIG. Sharing information about services/events really helps us optimize all resources!

DelcoDSIG in partnership with Down to Box is so proud to offer this program to our membership. Read all about how the Down to Box

Spain has recently witnessed a historic moment that will forever be etched in the annals of its political landscape. In a groundbreaking move towards inclusivity

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

On behalf of the board members, we hope you and your family had a wonderful holiday season filled with joy, laughter, and cherished moments with

We are happy to welcome Lauren DiPasquale to the DelcoDSIG Board of Directors! Lauren lives in Wallingford, PA with her husband Jon and their three

Because of all of your generosity, Saint Katherine’s food pantry will be well stocked. Stay tuned for pictures later in the week when we drop

💚❤️The annual DSIG Holiday Party will be held on Monday, December 4th from 6-9pm at Paxon Hollow Country Club. 📝 RSVP is required for this

A huge thank you to Norman Schultz and Yohan for a wonderful hayride and 🔥! It was a great event, and our families really had

The annual DSIG holiday party will be held on Monday, December 4th from 6-9pm at Paxon Hollow Country Club. RSVP is required for this event. Please

Drexel Brain & Sleep StudyResearchers at Drexel University are seeking child participants with Down syndrome and typically developing peers for a study of brain function

What a great morning! Thank you, Stephanie Sapp, Ink Away 5k, all of the participants, and the team for all your hard work! Our organization

It has been determined! We are bringing Down to Box to Jabz in Ridley Park (611 N. Swarthmore Rd, Ridley Park PA)! We are so thankful

Click the link to volunteer for the “Run for Homies” event on November 5th. By clicking the link, you can learn about the different types
