Events for March 1, 2025 - March 15, 2025

Adult Sibling Support Group – Virtual

Adult Sibling Support Group- Virtual April 16, 2024  to May 21 from 7:30PM to 8:30PM  Caregiver Support: Adult Siblings Learn and share during this 6 week support group specially designed for, and led by, adult siblings of individuals with Down syndrome. The group will offer a mix of educational opportunities around legal, financial and housing considerations along with coping skills for emotions siblings and caregivers often experience like grief and shame. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/68458-adult-sibling-support-group

Webinar – What Families Need to Know! A Pediatrician’s Tips for Understanding Common Lab Results

Join GLOBAL Down Syndrome Foundation  and Dr.Kishore Vellody for an important webinar that will cover: Common labs that are often sent for people with Down syndrome and guidance on their interpretation What results should be of concern vs expected. What caregivers can do when they receive their lab results before the doctor. Wednesday, April 17 - 2:00 pm EST Kishore Vellody, MD Dr. Vellody completed his medical degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and his pediatric residency at the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. He is a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh [...]

Outdoor Adventure Club

Spring 2024 Outdoor Adventure CLUB Ages 13-20 (FunQuest) & 21+ (Fun4Life) April 11 to May 16 - Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 pm at Bryan Park 4308 Hermitage Rd Richmond, VA 23227 Led by Beyond Boundaries Co-hosted with Jacob’s Chance Includes: fishing, Leave No Trace,hikes and more outdoor fun! The cost is $25/person We want to include everyone!! If the registration fee would prevent you from attending please use code "VIPguest" to register at no cost. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/68320-outdoor-adventure-club

Infant & Toddler Development Series – Virtual

Infant & Toddler Development Series - Virtual For New Parents of Children with Down syndrome Formally 'Learn to Grow', the Infant and Toddler Development Series will cover gross and fine motor skills, speech, sensory, hearing, and social skills development. There will be a new expert presenter each week to provide information and answer your questions. For parents of babies to 18 months old. **Spanish translation included! Please register by Monday 3.4.24 for translation services. ** All others please register by Wednesday 3.6.24 Learn how to support babies with Down syndrome as they grow and develop by connecting with other parents and [...]

Webinar – Inclusive Mental Health and Down Syndrome.

Join the National Down Syndrome Association on Friday, April 19th at 12pm ET for Inclusive Mental Health and Down Syndrome.   Join NDSS and Dr. Ruth Brown and Morgan Stohlman as they share our newest resource: Practicing Inclusive Mental Healthcare for Individuals with Down Syndrome. Individuals and families can use the resource to advocate for and educate about inclusive mental healthcare for themselves and loved ones. Common mental health concerns experienced by youth and adults with Down syndrome will also be discussed. Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_V8pewNp4Sva9SR_Hpkl1NQ#/registration

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