Music & Motion / Rhythm & Play @ Inspired Play Cafe 

Address: 6527 W 119th St, Overland Park, KS 66209

Saturday, March 14th from 9:30–10:45 AM

($5 per child only) Siblings are welcome

A lively blend of music, movement, and sensory exploration for ages 0–5  

This is a combo class of Music & Motion and our Rhythm & Play coming together. This class invites young children to move, groove, and explore in a fun, developmentally supportive environment. We will have a private room to start our class for our introductions, music, and rhythm. 

Midway through class, children transition into sensory play breakout and explore the equipment at the play cafe.  

Designed for all abilities, this class encourages social connection, creativity, and joyful movement—helping preschoolers build important skills while having a blast. 

If you have any questions please email alyssa@kcdsi.org 

The D.A.D.S. Group is excited to welcome Rex Hudler of the Kansas City Royals for a special evening of connection and conversation on March 19th. Rex will share his personal journey and experiences raising a young man with Down syndrome during a one-hour talk designed to encourage, inspire, and support fellow dads. The gathering will take place from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Down Syndrome Innovations, located at 5916 Dearborn Street in Mission, KS. This event offers a meaningful opportunity for fathers to come together, hear a powerful story, and build community in a supportive setting.

Join us at the ARC (1701 W. Ash St., Columbia, MO 65203) on Saturday, March 21, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. as we come together to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day!

We’ll enjoy a fun and inclusive pool party, with pizza provided for everyone. Families and friends are welcome to bring desserts to share. To help keep everyone safe and included, please label all ingredients, as some individuals have food allergies or dietary needs.

We look forward to celebrating our community, connections, and belonging together!

Come celebrate World Down Syndrome Day on Saturday, March 21st!

Special thanks to our Mission Sponsor, Busey Bank, and our Community Sponsor, Morgan Stanley. Thank you for your generous support of this event.

We are hosting a party from 3:30-5:30 at Browne's Irish Market located at 3300 Pennsylvania Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri, 64111. 

We will provide activities for all ages, including karaoke, an obstacle course, basketball, a temporary tattoo station, a soft play area for little ones,a collaborative ceramics project, and more.

Light snacks and drinks will be provided. Additional food and adult beverages will be available from Browne’s for purchase. 

This event will be outside, so please dress warmly. We are excited to celebrate with you!

This group will consist of community-based activities in the Lee's Summit area to help self-advocates and their families in eastern Jackson County build relationships with friends and become more involved in their community. Register to receive monthly communication regarding that month's activity on each of the dates below, as our community activities are collaborative and planned with support with the parents of several self-advocates. 

As adults with Down syndrome live longer and healthier lives, families and caregivers play an essential role in supporting their independence, safety, and overall well-being. This presentation provides practical, evidence-informed strategies to help adults with Down syndrome successfully navigate the aging process.

Participants will learn how aging may uniquely impact physical, cognitive, sensory, and emotional health in individuals with Down syndrome and how to promote daily functioning at home and in the community. The presentation will cover key areas such as adapting activities of daily living, supporting mobility, promoting meaningful engagement, and implementing home and environmental safety strategies.

Caregivers will leave with tools, resources, and simple adaptations they can use right away to enhance quality of life, encourage independence, and ensure a safe and supportive environment as their loved one ages.

Morgan Hodges, OTR/L is a licensed Occupational Therapist committed to helping individuals build independence and improve daily living skills. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Arkansas and her Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center. Morgan is passionate about providing client-centered, functional therapy to support meaningful participation in everyday life.

If you have any questions please email CJ, at cj@kcdsi.org

Down Syndrome Innovations is excited to partner with DS-Connect®, the Down Syndrome Registry, to present to you a free workshop and dinner to get DS-Connected!

Dinner is at 6 p.m. Workshop starts at 6:30 p.m.

Register here!

The Down Syndrome Registry is a secure online survey-based tool developed for and by the Down syndrome community. It provides families with access to trusted research studies, events, and resources, while collecting privacy-protected demographic and health information. The information shared helps scientists identify patterns in related health conditions and advance research that informs care, services, and future scientific discovery.

DS-Connect is supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Questions? Email info@ds-connect.org or visit ds-connect.org for more info.

Preschool Rhythm & Play 

Dates: Jan 30th, March 27th, April 4th, April 10th

Time:9:30–10:45 AM

A lively blend of music, movement, and sensory exploration for ages 3–5 

Preschool Rhythm & Play invites young children to move, groove, and explore, alongside their parents, in a fun, developmentally supportive environment. Each session begins with upbeat music and simple dance movements that build coordination, balance, and body awareness. Children will sing, stretch, and move their bodies creatively as they follow along with guided rhythm activities. 

Midway through class, children transition into sensory play breakout sessions led by an Occupational Therapist and OT Students. These hands-on experiences allow kids to explore textures, materials, and tools that support fine motor development, sensory regulation, and confidence through play. 

Designed for all abilities, this class encourages social connection, creativity, and joyful movement—helping preschoolers build important skills while having a blast.

If you have any questions please email alyssa@kcdsi.org