In It Together
As we pass the two-month mark of the Stay at Home order, we can all enumerate things we’ve missed and hopefully identify a few silver linings as well. At DSANV, one of the things we miss is seeing your faces as we’ve been forced to cancel all spring gatherings and convert the remaining spring programs to allow for virtual delivery. With summer around the corner, staff and volunteers are busy restructuring all remaining 2020 programming for the option of virtual delivery in case restrictions are not yet lifted, or are imposed for a second time, and to support cases where individual families are ready to participate but not yet ready to resume face-to-face contact. We developed a Family Resource Guide that includes links to COVID-19 relief information and financial resources. Board members are in the process of reaching out to families directly to hear first-hand what challenges they may be facing and to put them in touch with resources. All of these activities are designed to ensure DSANV can continue to support you, our members, during the uncertainty caused by the pandemic.
Thanks to all who have donated to the In it Together campaign! Please watch this short video from new DSANV member, and Board Member, Marcela and her family who share what DSANV means to them (view video here) and consider making a donation or encouraging others to invest in our future together.
Sincerely,
Mary C. Ford
Executive Director, DSANV
For further information about resources from DSANV and other community organization, please view our Parent Resources Webpage.
Programs
Proposed Dates DADS (Dads appreciating Down syndrome) meetings 7:00 -9:00 PM September 21st (Thursday) October
In 2024, DSANV is continuing to offer three options for BINGO. The third Wednesday of
If you are an expectant parent or have been parenting your child with Down Syndrome
Apple Day – Sunday, September 24, 2023 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Come join is in
DSANV Events
Sunday October 1, 2023 Workhouse Art Center Register here
Community Events
Legal and Financial Planning Workshop
Legal and Financial Planning Workshop for Individuals with Disabilities and Their Families
AAC Parent Support Group- November 18, 2023 10:00AM
Our AAC Parent Support Group seeks to connect parents of individuals using AAC to share successes and challenges, gather helpful ideas and resources, and empower families to support the development of successful communication skills for their AAC user. This group is free of charge and open to all. Feel free to share with others who may be interested!
Chipolte Fundraiser to benefit the 2023DSANV Buddy Walk®
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The Elder and Disability Law Clinic at the College of William and Mary is offering
Infant Brain Imaging Study Recruiting Participants
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