Caregiver Connection: Aging Years offers an opportunity for caregivers to discuss resources, strategies, community supports, and challenges related to caring for an aging loved one with Down syndrome.

We understand this is a growing group of entire population we serve, with unique challenges and experiences, and we hear how important it is for you all to feel connected. We hope that meeting one another in this group will organically open up opportunities for you all to spend time together face to face as you develop meaningful connections with one another.

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

Caregiver Connection: DS – ASD is a virtual gathering of caregivers to discuss resources, strategies, community supports, and challenges related to a child or adult’s current or potential dual-diagnosis of Down syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

This group is facilitated by Down Syndrome Innovations staff, and we will occasionally invite special guests with expertise in this area.  This is a complimentary caregiver education opportunity, provided in addition to the individualized services we provide directly for individuals with DS-ASD for the purpose of skill-development, improving self-regulation and behavior, and increasing independence.

We are providing this group virtually to ensure we are being inclusive of families throughout the region and those who are not able to access transportation, as we understand that facing a dual-diagnosis can already feel isolating in and of itself.  We understand this is a subgroup of the entire population we serve, with unique challenges and experiences, and we hear how important it is for you all to feel connected. We hope that meeting one another in this group will organically open up opportunities for you all to spend time together face to face as you develop meaningful connections with one another.

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

This 6-week summer theatre workshop is designed for children aged 8-12 and is facilitated by our therapy team. Through games, music, and storytelling activities, individuals will explore basic theatre skills promoting perspective-taking and emotional regulation. The group will produce a short performance. 

The workshop will be from 9:30 – 11:30 AM on the following days: June 4th, June 11, June 18, June 25, July 9, and July 16.

Down Syndrome Innovations cares about the mental health of our parents and caregivers. Join other caregivers for a facilitated discussion, resource sharing, and yoga, all to build your resiliency and take better care of yourself.

This group is open to caregivers with loved ones of all ages and IDD diagnoses. Caregivers can include parents, grandparents, adult siblings, or other members of the loved one’s community of support. This is a great opportunity to build connections, learn about community resources, and recharge.

The caregiver group will meet on Mondays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM on the following dates: 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20

GROUP CAPACITY: 12 participants max

We are excited to offer 3-day therapeutic group workshops designed to support teens and young adults as they navigate the important topics of relationships, puberty, and sexuality. Led by Megan, our Director of Therapeutic Services, this workshop provides a safe, structured, and supportive environment where participants can explore these subjects with guidance from a trained professional.

Using the evidence-based Elevatus Training curriculum, this group offers thoughtfully designed, inclusive content that meets participants where they are in their personal development. Topics are approached with care, clinical expertise, and age-appropriate sensitivity.

It is highly recommended that caregivers attend the caregiver workshop if their self-advocate is attending the self-advocate workhsop.

Please note that both the 3-day workshop for teens/adults and the 3-day workshop for caregivers will be offered once in June and once in July.