We are committed to preparing your loved one with Down syndrome for a meaningful, productive, and authentic adult life! This requires future planning for parents and caregivers—and we are here to guide you every step of the journey! Long-Term Planning Consultations offer individualized support to parents/caregivers to better prepare for the transition towards adulthood. Tasks or topics may include identifying your county's developmental disability organization (CDDO), navigating the IDD eligibility process, understanding options for case management, referrals to attorneys and special needs financial planners, and defining action steps towards long-term goals. Our Lifespan Service Team will help you prioritize and plan according to your loved one’s age and your family’s specific situation. 

Please register and then we will contact you to schedule an appointment that works for your family.  Appointments can be in-person at DSI or via Zoom.

These weekly ONLINE fitness classes incorporate simple, body-weight exercises that can be done from the comfort of home. Workouts are 30 minutes and designed to be engaging and easy to follow.

No exercise equipment is necessary! All that is needed is a space to move and a device with an internet connection!

All registered participants will receive a Zoom link from the instructor. 

These 45-minute classes feature workouts specific to teens and adults, and are tailored to each individual’s goals, abilities, and experience levels. No two people are the same, and we believe workouts should align with each person! These workouts can be scaled and modified for any fitness level and are a great way to kick-start the fitness journey!

Capped at six people, these classes provide personal coaching and attention. Families will be informed if there is a waiting list.

An ability to follow instructions in a group is important to the success of this experience and the safety of all participating in the class.  There is a single instructor, and one-on-one support is not provided in this setting.  Parents must inform the instructor of any potential interfering behaviors we need to be aware of before participation to ensure a best-fit service match.

The fee for this class is $46 per Month (1 day/week), $92 per Month (2 days/wk) or $138 per Month (3 days/wk). Any combination of days is possible as enrollment allows.  Enter "BILLME" as a Promo Code to register today without payment and you can receive your invoice for service by email to pay at a later date.

These 45-minute large-group classes are designed for general strength and endurance improvement. Ideal for individuals who can follow along with minimal prompts in a group setting, these classes are great for those wanting to add exercise to their weekly routine.

Each workout is structured to benefit multiple attributes of overall fitness and is adaptable to all levels of experience.

The cost for the service is $22 per month (1 session per week) with the option to select the 5p session or 6p session as space in each allows.

Dates: Jan 16th, Feb 21st, March 13th, April 11th, May 8th, June 20th, July 17th, Aug 15th, Sept 11th, Oct 17th, Nov 13th, Dec 5th (Alternate Fridays & Saturdays) 

Time: 9:30am-11am 

Location: DSI -Large Therapy Room

Description: Join us for a joyful and engaging class designed for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers! Music & Motion blends tummy time, music, and movement to support early development in a fun, relaxed setting. Each session includes songs, mini instruments, and gentle guided movement — followed by time to connect with other parents over coffee and snacks. 

Whether you’re a new parent or looking to build your village, this is a great space to bond, play, and grow together. 

This service is for babies and toddlers with Down syndrome who are 6 months- 3 years old and caregivers. Childcare for siblings is available per advanced request in the registration form. 

(See information below about Fees-for-Service if you would like to register today without payment.)

Our Co-Regulation Therapeutic Groups are geared towards self-advocates and caregivers who need to find shared language and shared strategies to work through big emotions. Self-advocate participants must be at least 14 years old. One caregiver (preferably someone who lives in the home or spends a significant amount of time with the self-advocate) will be required to attend each session.

During each session, caregivers and self-advocates will participate in both 1:1 and group learning activities to build emotional regulation skills including identifying body sensations and emotions, engaging in mindful movement, selecting appropriate solutions to everyday challenges, and identifying expected behavior across home and community.

GROUP CAPACITY: Each group will be capped at 8 families. Families will be notified if the group is full and a waiting list has been started.

FEES-for-SERVICE/PAYMENT: No payment is necessary at this time.  Please bypass the payment system by indicating at checkout that you would like to “Pay by Cash”.  The Intake Specialist will contact you to discuss the service and your payment options in more detail.  Billing will occur following completion of a service agreement and a commitment to attend the entire series of sessions.  Monthly payment plans are available for all attendees.  Grant funding is currently available for eligible Jackson and Platte County residents.

If you have questions about this service prior to registration, please contact jack@kcdsi.org

(See information below about Fees-for-Service if you would like to register today without payment.)

Our Co-Regulation Therapeutic Groups are geared towards self-advocates and caregivers who need to find shared language and shared strategies to work through big emotions. Self-advocate participants must be at least 14 years old. One caregiver (preferably someone who lives in the home or spends a significant amount of time with the self-advocate) will be required to attend each session.

During each session, caregivers and self-advocates will participate in both 1:1 and group learning activities to build emotional regulation skills including identifying body sensations and emotions, engaging in mindful movement, selecting appropriate solutions to everyday challenges, and identifying expected behavior across home and community.

GROUP CAPACITY: Each group will be capped at 8 families. Families will be notified if the group is full and a waiting list has been started.

FEES-for-SERVICE/PAYMENT: No payment is necessary at this time.  Please bypass the payment system by indicating at checkout that you would like to “Pay by Cash”.  The Intake Specialist will contact you to discuss the service and your payment options in more detail.  Billing will occur following completion of a service agreement and a commitment to attend the entire series of sessions.  Monthly payment plans are available for all attendees.  Grant funding is currently available for eligible Jackson and Platte County residents.

If you have questions about this service prior to registration, please contact jack@kcdsi.org

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.