STEP UP FOR DOWN SYNDROME 2012!

 Step Up for Down Syndrome is on Sunday, June 3!

Click here to find out how to create a team and request a team packet.  Team packets will arrive at your home next week and will tell you everything you need to know about SUDS 2012.

PARENTING SPECIAL NEEDS!

You can view the March/April issue here
The FREE online magazine serving the Special Needs Community

 The Parenting Special Needs Magazine Team 

DSRTF 2012 ANNUAL NEWSLETTER!

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OUR 2012 NEWSLETTER AND WORLD DS DAY

Dear Friends: We are pleased to announce our annual newsletter, which you can print or read online here.  Inside, you will find a great overview of our work in 2011, and a sneak peek at what’s in store for 2012. We're also excited to be part of history in the making. This year, for the first time ever, the United Nations has recognized March 21 — 3/21, for three copies of the 21st chromosome — as World Down Syndrome Day.  Join us as we celebrate by taking advantage of these three special opportunities on 3/21: Donate to DSRTF on 3/21, and your donation will be matched 3:1, thanks to the generous support of one of our funders.  This is an incredible one-day opportunity to maximize your donation to DSRTF.  Please mark your calendars and give! $15 becomes $60, $25 becomes $100, and every bit counts. You can donate here. In honor of World Down Syndrome Day, DSRTF is hosting a special webinar with Dr. Roger Reeves of Johns Hopkins University.  As you may know, Dr. Reeves is a leading researcher in the area of Down syndrome, having studied it for over 25 years. DSRTF is a proud supporter of Dr. Reeves’ work, and we hope you will join us for this one-hour webinar on Wednesday, March 21 at 10:00 AM PT/1:00 PM ET. Sign up here. What would an increase in cognitive ability mean to you and your loved one with Down syndrome? plus15 is creating a world map with testimonies, photos and videos to show the world, and our legislators, the importance of cognition research in improving the lives of those with DS.  To participate, send your first name, city/state, a video or a photo, and a note that completes the following sentence:  "A 15 percent increase in cognition means that my (son/daughter, etc.) could _____________."  Upload to our Facebook page or send it via e-mail — together we'll put Down syndrome on the map.

DSFC ANNUAL DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY AWARENESS FAIR!

 DSFC ANNUAL DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY AWARENESS FAIR

March 15, 2012
Union City Auditorium
3:30 pm – 6:30 pm

DSFC’s Annual Developmental Disability Awareness Fair has successfully connected persons with developmental disabilities, their family members, caregivers, guardians, friends and neighbors with agencies who offer services and supports that specialize in serving our community members with special needs. Each year over 30 booths are filled by vendors of a variety of areas of expertise.

Benefits of Attendees

~Increase awareness of resources
~Meet professionals, ask questions, and find out what resources are available in Franklin County for individuals with developmental disabilities.
~Network with various agencies and families who have “been there” and are ready to share their knowledge.

Refreshments          Door Prizes

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CLICK HERE

Hope to see you there!

DSAGSL PHOTO SIGN UPS!

 

PHOTO SESSION SIGN UPS BEGIN TODAY AT 10AM! 

 

Click the link to view the available times and locations and call Ashley (314/961.2504) to reserve your spot. Slots fill up quickly- don't delay!

for more info click here

03.07.12. - SPREAD THE WORD TO END THE WORD!



DSAGSL: NEW PARENT SUPPORT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

New Parent Support Volunteers Needed!

Are you interested in providing support and information to our new parents?   The New Parent Support (NPS) program is in need of more volunteers.  

We will be holding a New Parent Support Volunteer training on Saturday, April 21st.  The training is from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at the DSA office conference room.   Several of our volunteers “retired” this year, so we are in need of volunteers in all areas of Greater St. Louis/IL.   

If you are interested in becoming a New Parent Support Volunteer, contact Christy Klaus at (314)961-2504 or at if you have additional questions or want to sign up.christy@dsagsl.org