After a robust lineup of virtual meetings in the fall, we are continuing these offerings into 2021. We appreciate your continued feedback and insight in regards to the strengths and opportunities of our local Down syndrome community. With your support and participation we will make this a cornerstone of our community efforts moving forward.
We are thrilled to continue our virtual SPEAKER SERIES. This program is intended to educate, inform and in some cases, entertain our community. Individual sign ups are listed for each event. All events are FREE and open to ALL.
We are thrilled to continue our virtual SPEAKER SERIES. This program is intended to educate, inform and in some cases, entertain our community. Individual sign ups are listed for each event. All events are FREE and open to ALL.
Speaker Series
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World Down Syndrome Day Toolkits - Wednesday, February 24 at 7pm
As World Down Syndrome Day is coming up in March, DSAP wants to help you advocated for acceptance and inclusion at your child's school. In partnering with Common Ground Society, their mission is to educate and empower communities to be more compassionate, accepting, and inclusive of people with disabilities. Our speaker will be Larkin O'Leary, who is the founder of CGS, educator, and fellow Mom in our Ds community. Larkin will be presenting a program that works for kids of all ages. Join in the this training with Larkin by registering here. Positive Behavioral Interventions - Wednesday, March 3 at 7pm We have had many requests to offer this session again that was originally presented on 1/6/21. Dr. Tarin Santamaria, licensed pediatric psychologist with the Down Syndrome Center of Western PA (DSC) will be speaking on the topic "Positive Behavioral Interventions." She will also share strategies and interventions regarding challenging behaviors. Please register here. Preparing for College - Yes, My Child Will Go! - Monday, March 15 at 7pm Are you planning for college? Achieva can help you child lay the foundation for success in higher education. We are pleased to offer guidance for students with disabilities around college planning, including how to pay for college, dual enrollment (high school and college), college-focused transition goals, assistance with the application process and so much more. Please register here. How to Save for the Future with Special Needs Trust and ABLE Accounts - Thursday, March 25 at 7pm Special needs trusts and ABLE accounts enable a person with a disability to protect assets that are in their name, while continuing to be eligible for vital government benefits such as Supplemental Security Income and Medical Assistance. Attend this session to develop a basic understanding of how both special needs trusts and ABLE accounts can be used together or separately as part of a future plan for a person with a disability. Our speakers Maria Smith, Director of Education and Outreach and Patty Yerina, Coordinator of Education and Outreach are joining us from the Achieva Family Trust. Please register here. |
From the Chesapeake Down Syndrome Parent Group - Free Virtual Learning Opportunity: 3-Part Series on Speech and Down Syndrome from Dr. Libby Kumin |
