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SUPPORTING LEARNERS WITH DOWN SYNDROME: CLASSROOM STRATEGIES & DESIGNING QUALITY IEPS Professional Development for Paraprofessionals and Educators CONNECTIONS CHARLOTTE 435 South Tryon Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202 SCHEDULE 8:00 a.m. Registration 8:30 a.m. Opening Remarks 8:45 a.m. Keynote Speaker - Catherine Whitcher, M.Ed. 10:00 a.m. Breakout Sessions 11:30 a.m. Lunch (Provided) 12:30 p.m. - Breakout Session 2:15 p.m. - Breakout Session 3:45 p.m. - Closing Remarks COST General Pricing (August 15 – October 5) $75.00 Day-of-Event (cash, check or credit) …
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SPECIAL EDUCATION SUCCESS WORKSHOP FOR PARENTS: THIS CAN BE YOUR CHILD’S BEST SCHOOL YEAR EVER! PRESENTED BY Catherine Whitcher www.catherinewhitcher.com CONNECTIONS CHARLOTTE 435 South Tryon Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202 SCHEDULE 7:00 p.m – 7:15 p.m. Welcome and Opening Remarks 7:15 p.m – 8:15 p.m. Presentation 8:15 p.m – 8:30 p.m. Q&A COST Free of charge. Space is limited. Registration is required. SESSION DESCRIPTION • Bring Your Child’s IEP • Learn what should and should not be in your child’s IEP • Learn…
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About the Buddy Walk The Buddy Walk is a 1-mile walk and family fun day to celebrate individuals with Down syndrome and promote community inclusion. This year, an estimated 3,000 people will join together to celebrate in the Greater Charlotte area! This event is the largest fundraiser for the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte, and makes possible the many programs and services provided for people with Down syndrome, their families, educators and service providers. Saturday, October 20, 2018 10:00…
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Join us for Dinner and Bingo Night! Our DSAGC Adult Meet-Up group will be partnering with the Extra Special Catering Company (a subsidiary of the Skills Group of Charlotte). DINNER will be served Buffet-Style and will include: Chicken Tiki Marsala, rice, salad, desert, drinks (entrée is gluten and dairy free ). COST (Optional): A donation of $14 per person is requested. (Cash only please.) Please RSVP (CoachPatH@aol.com) as soon as possible, with the number of people in your family and/or group that…
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Join us for breakfast with Santa! Free to all DSA of Greater Charlotte families!
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Are you in 6th grade and up? You're invited to the 2018 Snowflake Swing! Dance the night away with Best Buddies North Carolina, The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte and The Exceptional Foundation of Charlotte on December 8th! Come enjoy an evening of fantastic music, food (dinner) & fun! It’s FREE!!! We are so excited to bring our organizations together for the Snowflake Swing!! Parents and faculty are invited to stay and hang out in our V.I.P. (Very Important…
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This year Charlotte Ballet’s sensory friendly version of the Nutcracker will take place on Thursday, December 13 at 1 PM at the Belk Theater. In addition to allowing audiences to sit wherever they choose during the performances (even on the floor or in front of the stage) the following help create a sensory friendly experience: - Abbreviated performance length (one hour total run time) and extended intermission (30 minutes) - House lights remain at half-brightness and sound is controlled through…
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It's time for a great meal and Christmas Karaoke! Adults with Ds or other developmental disabilities, ages 18+, are invited to attend. Friends or other folks who may support the adults are invited, as well. Our meeting will be held at Hope Community Church again. We will be in the Fellowship Hall in the main building - not where we were last month. MENU ENTREE A) Meatballs with Marinara Sauce and a choice of homemade pasta or gluten and dairy…
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Join us for an afternoon of hockey with our very own Charlotte Checkers.
The puck drops at 1pm against the Toronto Marlies.
Bring your friends for a evening of Karaoke and Dinner. RSVP to coachpath@aol.com and extraspecialcatering@gmail.com
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Dream on 3 has invited some of our families to participate in a Day of Dreams on February 23rd. See below for details. Space is limited so email me DIRECTLY at hzipperer@dsa-gc.org if you are interested. I'll draw family names from the list of interested families next Monday, February 18th. Note that families selected for this event will be contacted directly by Dream on 3 the week of February 18th with more details. What: Steve Smith Foundation 6th Annual Strike…
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We are excited to have Kayla McKeon speak with our families and self-advocates! Kayla is a self-advocate and manager of Grass Roots Advocacy with the National Down Syndrome Society RSVP REQUIRED
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Bring your friends and enjoy dinner and bingo night! RSVP to coachpath@aol.com and extraspecialcatering@gmail.com
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We are teaming up with the Charlotte Hornets this season to host a fundraiser, and are very excited to be recognized as the Non-Profit of the Night on March, 19th vs the Philadelphia 76ers! The fundraiser will give $5 back from each ticket sold *only through this Groupmatics link* to DSA of Greater Charlotte. In addition to this, we will also have a special VIP "Behind the Scenes" experience available to us! This experience will allow us to watch pre-game…
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Along with Invites You to Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day! "Crazy Sock Hop" World Down Syndrome Day Celebration is a family-friendly festival open to the community provided by a partnership between Davidson Day School, KennedyStrong Foundation, Gigi's Playhouse Charlotte and the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte. Date: Thursday, March 21st, 2019 Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm Location: Davidson Day School, 750 Jetton Street, Davidson, NC Stay tuned for more information coming soon!
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INVITE YOUR CHILD'S CLASS/SCHOOL TO SHOW THEIR SUPPORT! IT IS EASY! Dash-With-Class "How To" Guide Dash with Class Letter 5K & World Down Syndrome Day The 3-2-1 DASH for Down Syndrome is a 5K fundraiser; run an extra .11 mile to the 2nd finish line for a 3.21 finish! Event proceeds benefit Education Programs for individuals with Down syndrome (Ds). Educational programs in the greater Charlotte area are helping to support educators and enable students with Ds to live up…
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For the past 22 years, Catherine has been designing IEPs that WORK for parents, teachers, districts and students! Join us for two 2-hour workshops with Catherine Whitcher, founder of the Online IEP Help Center & Become an IEP Coach Mentorship. For more information visit www.catherinewhitcher.com. CHILD CARE IS NOW FULL. There are no spots available as of 4/19/19. REGISTER BELOW. Bring Your Child's IEP Learn What Should be in Your Child's Education Plan Learn What Should NOT be in Your…
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In July of 2004, Nicholas G. Kwiatkowski gained his angel wings. In celebration of his life, and the lives of all children with Down syndrome who have gone before us, the net proceeds from this golf tournament will go to the DSA of Greater Charlotte Summer Camps and other programs.
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All adults with Down syndrome, ages 18+, are welcome to join us at Camp Thunderbird for our first Independent Living Retreat. We welcome other adults with intellectual disabilities to join us if space allows. In addition to canoeing, hiking, fishing, campfire and s'mores, we will focus on increasing self-confidence and independence through individual, small group and large actvities and vocational projects.
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WORDS MATTER. ATTITUDES MATTER. WE MATTER. Filmmaker Amanda Lukoff grew up advocating for her sister Gabrielle, especially whenever she heard the word retard(ed). With The R-Word, she unravels the history and lasting effects of this word through the lens of the sibling experience, captivating animation sequences, and self-advocates speaking truth-to-power - ultimately making the case for why the conversation surrounding people with intellectual and developmental disabilities needs to change. Join us on Tuesday, June 11th for a FREE screening of "The…
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Camp Holiday is a day camp for campers with Down syndrome, ages 5-21. Participants may choose from two two-week sessions. Participating campers enjoy weekly yoga, drama and music/movement classes facilitated by trained professionals. Each group of campers is supported by a certified teacher and 1-2 camp counselors – offering a 1:3 counselor-to-camper ratio. Camp Holiday is all about learning and fun! Session 1: Monday, June 17th - Friday, June 21st and Monday, June 24th - Friday, June 28th. NEW IN 2019:…
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This event is cosponsored by The Exceptional Foundation, Best Buddies of North Carolina and the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte. Dance the night away at the Summer Swing! Enjoy an evening of fantastic music, refreshments & fun! The event will also feature a V.I.P (Very Important Parent) lounge. RSVP required. EVENT IS FREE! Free parking: 163 W. 9th Street, signs overhead as you enter the parking deck should say 525 North Tryon, United Methodist Church. Take the parking deck…
Find out more »Camp Holiday is a day camp for campers with Down syndrome, ages 5-21. Participants may choose from two two-week sessions. Participating campers enjoy weekly yoga, drama and music/movement classes facilitated by trained professionals. Each group of campers is supported by a certified teacher and 1-2 camp counselors – offering a 1:3 counselor-to-camper ratio. Camp Holiday is all about learning and fun! Session 2: Monday, July 15th - Friday, July 19th and Monday, July 22nd - Friday, July 26th. NEW IN 2019:…
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Elevation Church is sponsoring THREE Moms Mornings Out the week of July 29th - August 2nd for kids in grades K-5. July 29, 9am-12pm July 31, 9am-12pm August 2, 9am-12pm These are FREE, but space is limited to 20 kids per day. For more details and to RSVP visit: https://dsagreatercharlotte.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=517
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Join us for a SUPER SUMMER CARNIVAL! Sponsored by Elevation Church Saturday, August 3rd, 2019 11am-1pm SMS Catering, 1764 Norland Road, Charlotte, NC 28205 FREE! RSVPs recommended so we can plan accordingly!
Find out more »For more details visit our Camp Horizon website. Registrations after May 24th pay $230.00 per camper. Registration closes July 1st, 2019.
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Our 2nd Independent Living Retreat for Adults with Down syndrome will be held September 6-8, 2019 at Camp Thunderbird! These weekend retreats are a way for adults with Down syndrome to connect with others, develop "soft skills" (aka problem solving, perseverance, teamwork, communication, focus, etc.) that equip them to be effective employees in the world of work and beyond. A mix of whole-group, small-group and individual activities are embedded throughout the weekend. A focus on life skills (hygiene, activities of…
Find out more »Join us for dinner and Bingo! $14.00 per person included dinner (menu forthcoming). After dinner we will play BINGO for great prizes! Please respond by 7 pm on Monday, 9/9, with the total number in your party so we can get the count for the ordering of food. Please respond to: extraspecialcatering@gmail.com Remember everyone in invited, family, friends, classmates, work colleagues etc .
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Join A Special Needs Plan, INC. as they host a three-part seminar series for families of children with disabilities. Topics include: 9/14/19 - Planning for Two Lifetimes 10/12/19 - Overview of the ABLE Account 11/16/19 - Transition to Adulthood: Ages 17-21 RSVP for one or more of these three workshops starting August 19th. Stay tuned!
Find out more »Join A Special Needs Plan, INC. as they host a three-part seminar series for families of children with disabilities. Topics include: 9/18/19 - Planning for Two Lifetimes 10/16/19 - Overview of the ABLE Account 11/13/19 - Transition to Adulthood: Ages 17-21 RSVP for one or more of these three workshops beginning August 19th. Stay tuned!
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NEW DATE: September 21, 2019 For new and expectant parents, any opportunity to connect with other parents who have had similar experiences can be invaluable. DSA of Greater Charlotte will hold a training event for parents interested in becoming mentors to families that have recently received a diagnosis. Prospective parent mentors should have a child with Down syndrome under the age of 8. However, all interested families are invited to attend. This training is for parents to become certified in…
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This series of three 90-minute workshops will focus on empowering adults with Down syndrome & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities to become contributing members of their communities and workplaces. When: Wednesdays, 1x/month (September - November) Location: Park Road Baptist Church, 3900 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm Cost: $20 per session NOTE: This series of workshops is developed so that each workshop can stand alone, but the series is most impactful when all three workshops are taken together. Wednesday, September 25,…
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This annual symposium, a part of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte’s Together in Education program, is open to all school staff, including General Education, EC, and Enrichment teachers,as well as therapists, psychologists and paraprofessionals. Private, charter and home school staff are also welcome. Schedule 8:00am Registration 8:30am Opening Remarks 9:00am Keynote Address 9:45am BREAK 10:00am Breakout Session 1 11:30am Lunch 12:30pm Breakout Session 2 2:00pm BREAK 2:15pm Breakout Session 3 3:45pm Closing Remarks Speakers will include:…
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This family workshop, sponsored by the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte, will feature Terri Couwenhoven, MS, AASECT Sexuality Educator. Terri Couwenhoven MS, CSE is a well known sex educator and author, specializing in the design and implementation of sexuality programs and resources for people with cognitive disabilities, their parents, and the professionals who support them. Her gentle, matter-of-fact approach combined with extensive knowledge and experience make her a popular speaker with self advocates, parents and professionals around the…
Find out more »This FREE family workshop, sponsored by the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte, will focus on understanding the roles of temperament and personality in developing healthy family relationships. This family workshop, sponsored by the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte, will feature Terri Couwenhoven, MS, AASECT Sexuality Educator. Terri Couwenhoven MS, CSE is a well known sex educator and author, specializing in the design and implementation of sexuality programs and resources for people with cognitive disabilities, their parents, and…
Find out more »Join us for dinner and Motown Karaoke The menu will be an Oktoberfest theme ($14/per person): Pork Schnitzel German Potato Salad Braised Red Cabbage Pretzels Apple Strudel Need your RSVPs (including # of people in your party) by Monday, October 7, 2019, including any karaoke song you want to sing. Please RSVP to both extraspecialcatering@gmail.com and coachpath@aol.com Remember everyone in invited, family, friends, classmates, work colleagues etc .
Find out more »Join A Special Needs Plan, INC. as they host a three-part seminar series for families of children with disabilities. Topics include: 9/14/19 - Planning for Two Lifetimes 10/12/19 - Overview of the ABLE Account 11/16/19 - Transition to Adulthood: Ages 17-21 RSVP for one or more of these three workshops starting August 19th.
Find out more »Join A Special Needs Plan, INC. as they host a three-part seminar series for families of children with disabilities. Topics include: 9/18/19 - Planning for Two Lifetimes 10/16/19 - Overview of the ABLE Account 11/13/19 - Transition to Adulthood: Ages 17-21 RSVP for one or more of these three workshops beginning August 19th. Stay tuned!
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Join us on October 19, 2019! Register, Donate, Sponsor Now www.BuddyWalkCharlotte.org The 22nd Annual Greater Charlotte Buddy Walk will be held on Saturday, October 19th at the Jerry Richardson Football Stadium at UNC Charlotte. Sponsorship Opportunities are available for our 2019 Buddy Walk! Local businesses gain great exposure and support our programs and services when they sponsor our event! Check out Sponsorship Opportunities, including our “Buddy World” Activities Area Sponsor, In-Walk Entertainment Sponsor, T-Shirt Sponsor and Marketing & Advertising Sponsor! The…
Find out more »This series of three 90-minute workshops will focus on empowering adults with Down syndrome & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities to become contributing members of their communities and workplaces. When: 1x/month September – November Location: Park Road Baptist Church, 3900 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm Cost: $20 per session NOTE: This series of workshops is developed so that each workshop can stand alone, but the series is most impactful when all three workshops are taken together. Wednesday, September 25, 2019…
Find out more »Join A Special Needs Plan, INC. as they host a three-part seminar series for families of children with disabilities. Topics include: 9/18/19 - Planning for Two Lifetimes 10/16/19 - Overview of the ABLE Account 11/13/19 - Transition to Adulthood: Ages 17-21 RSVP for one or more of these three workshops beginning August 19th. Stay tuned!
Find out more »We will be playing Bingo for GREAT PRIZES! Extra Special Catering will provide one free meal for a new Meet-UP guest for tonight. This will be for one individual who has not attended a Meet-UP group dinner during the past year. Thank you Chefs for doing this and for your great support of our program. Our menu will be: Kefta Beef Kabobs Moroccan Couscous Salad (GF version available) Moroccan Spiced Roasted Vegetables Dessert: Moroccan Baklava (GF dessert available) Cost…
Find out more »Join A Special Needs Plan, INC. as they host a three-part seminar series for families of children with disabilities. Topics include: 9/14/19 - Planning for Two Lifetimes 10/12/19 - Overview of the ABLE Account 11/16/19 - Transition to Adulthood: Ages 17-21 RSVP for one or more of these three workshops starting August 19th!
Find out more »This series of three 90-minute workshops will focus on empowering adults with Down syndrome & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities to become contributing members of their communities and workplaces. When: 1x per month - September through November Location: Park Road Baptist Church, 3900 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm Cost: $20 per session NOTE: This series of workshops is developed so that each workshop can stand alone, but the series is most impactful when all three workshops are taken together. Wednesday,…
Find out more »Are you in 6th grade and up? You're invited to the 2019 Snowflake Swing! Dance the night away with Best Buddies North Carolina, The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte and The Exceptional Foundation of Charlotte on December 6th! Come enjoy an evening of fantastic music, food (dinner) & fun! It’s FREE!!! We are so excited to bring our organizations together for the Snowflake Swing!! Parents and faculty are invited to stay and hang out in our V.I.P. (Very Important…
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Join us as we celebrate the Holidays! All DSA Families are invited to attend. Deadline to RSVP is November 27th. Cost is $3.21 per person. Proceeds go toward our Scholarship Fund for summer camps and our programs for Adults with Down syndrome. Come enjoy brunch, decorate holiday cookies, dance with our DJ and meet Santa!
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A limited number of Upper Level Tickets are available at a special group rate for the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte for the Carolina Panthers v. Seattle Seahawks game on Sunday, 12/15, at 1pm. Instructions are at ticket link below on how to buy tickets and invite your friends to join you. $10 per ticket will be donated back to the DSA of Greater Charlotte.
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Get in the holiday spirit as we celebrate with Holiday Karaoke and dinner. Cost will be $14 per person. Dinner menu forthcoming Please respond to the email addresses below with the # of people in your party. Please RSVP to both extraspecialcatering@gmail.com and coachpath@aol.com Remember everyone in invited, family, friends, classmates, work colleagues etc .
Find out more »A limited number of Upper Level Tickets are available at a special group rate for the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte for the Carolina Panthers v. New Orleans Saints game on Sunday, 12/29, at 1pm. Instructions are at ticket link below on how to buy tickets and invite your friends to join you. $10 per ticket will be donated back to the DSA of Greater Charlotte.
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Friends and family of The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte are invited to participate in fundraiser where $5 of each ticket will go back to The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte as the Calder Cup Champions, the Charlotte Checkers take on the WBS Penguins. When you purchase, you'll receive your very own referral link to share with your friends and family. Anyone that buys from your link will automatically be seated with you. All fans will receive an email…
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SAVE THE DATE! Join us for a DSA & Friends Social Outing on Saturday, 2/8/2020! Help us cheer on the UNCC 49ers basketball team as they play the University of Texas San Antonio! Tickets are $10pp. All who attend will get to have their photo taken with the basketball team post-game and our group will get a scoreboard shout-out!
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Sponsored by DSA of Greater Charlotte AUDIENCE: Parents of babies with Down syndrome ages 18 months and younger DESCRIPTION: This class is being led by an Occupational Therapist who also is the mom to a toddler with Down Syndrome. In this class you will learn simple and fun ways to engage your baby in play to develop fine motor, gross motor, and feeding skills. Suggestions will also be provided to help choose the best baby items to buy and what…
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POSTPONED! Along with This event has been postponed! Come Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with us Thursday March 12, 2020. Davidson Day School’s 7th and 8th graders (and their advisors) are hosting and have planned a family-friendly festival open to the community. This event is being provided in partnership with Davidson Day School, KennedyStrong Foundation, Gigi’s Playhouse Charlotte and the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte. Activities include Legos, face painting, dance party, sensory friendly room, arts & crafts, and…
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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED! EIN 56-1541529 REGISTER NOW Sponsorship Opportunities Available! Contact us to learn more! INVITE YOUR CHILD'S CLASS/SCHOOL TO SHOW THEIR SUPPORT! IT IS EASY! CLICK links below for more information! Dash with Class Logistics for Parents Dash with Class Letter to Teachers 5K & World Down Syndrome Day The 3-2-1 DASH for Down Syndrome is a 5K fundraiser; run an extra .11 mile to the 2nd finish line for a 3.21 finish! Extra “Dash” for Down…
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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED! Join us for our Town Hall Meeting! 2019 was an amazing year of growth and increased engagement! Get a recap of our 2019 accomplishments, as well as our plans for 2020! Q&A will follow our organizational update. Limited childcare provided. DEADLINE to RSVP for childcare is Tuesday, 3/23/20 at 8pm EST. RSVP Using Form Below!
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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. Do you ever wonder "What's next?" Come find out at our event showcasing opportunities for young adults with intellectual and developmental differences
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OUR JUNE SESSION OF CAMP HOLIDAY AT SARDIS PRESBYTERIAN HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID-19 CRISIS! Camp Holiday is a day camp for campers with Down syndrome, ages 5-21. We are offering Camp Holiday in TWO locations this summer: Sardis Presbyterian Church (Charlotte) and Assurance United Methodist Church (Huntersville) Families may choose from three sessions. Families may choose a 9am-2pm option or a 9am-4pm option per session. CAMP HOLIDAY SOUTH – SARDIS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH June 15-26 Session 1 (2 weeks) …
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We have made the difficult decision to CANCEL our July session of Camp Holiday at Sardis Presbyterian. The health and safety of our campers, their families, our staff and the community-at-large continue to be our TOP PRIORITY! NOTE: The Camp Holiday staff training scheduled for June 11th has been cancelled. Families who have already registered for our July Camp Holiday session may choose to receive a full refund, apply their registration fee to our 2021 camps or donate registration fees…
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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic this session of Camp Holiday has been cancelled. All registrants will be fully refunded by check. Camp Holiday is a day camp for campers with Down syndrome, ages 5-21. CAMP HOLIDAY NORTH – ASSURANCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH August 10-14 Session 3 (1 week) $125 per camper (9am-2pm) or $200 per camper (9am-4pm) Scholarships are available for eligible families. Email contactus@dsa-gc.org for details. Participating campers enjoy weekly yoga, drama and music/movement classes facilitated by trained professionals. Each…
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This event has been cancelled due to the pandemic. It will be rescheduled in 2021. Stay safe an well. Join us for an afternoon of fitness and fun for EVERYONE! Presented by DSA of Greater Charlotte and Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation In order to promote the health and wellness of individuals with disabilities, the DSA of Greater Charlotte is hosting this expo to connect families in our community with various organizations that provide fitness, recreation, and other healthy living…
Find out more »IMPORTANT ANNOUNCMENT (8.20.20): It is with a heavy heart that we have decided to cancel our 2020 Greater Charlotte Golf Tournament given the impacts of the current pandemic. We look forward to this event every year and are already looking forward to our 2021 Golf Tournament. We appreciate your support and would like to offer our current tournament registrants and sponsors several options moving forward: Full refund of tournament fees and/or sponsorship contributions Apply paid tournament fees and/or sponsorship contributions…
Find out more »Due to the current pandemic, this event has been cancelled. If you have already paid for this retreat we will issue you a full refund by check. Stay safe and well. Our 3rd Independent Living Retreat for Adults with Down syndrome will be held September 25-27, 2020 at Camp Thunderbird! These weekend retreats are a way for adults with Down syndrome to connect with others, develop "soft skills" (aka problem solving, perseverance, teamwork, communication, focus, etc.) that equip them…
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Our Buddy Walk is going VIRTUAL! WALK YOUR WAY! Virtual Opening Ceremonies ONLINE, Saturday, October 10th at 3:21pm EST Virtually "Walk Your Way" between October 10th and October 31st Buddy Walk Car Parade at Elevation Church Blakeney, Saturday, October 31st at 3:21pm EST For more event details click here. As our largest fundraiser of the year, the Greater Charlotte Buddy Walk provides about 50% of the needed resources for the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte to fulfill its mission.…
Find out more »Our 4th Independent Living Retreat for Adults with Down syndrome will be held November 6-8, 2020 at Camp Thunderbird! These weekend retreats are a way for adults with Down syndrome to connect with others, develop "soft skills" (aka problem solving, perseverance, teamwork, communication, focus, etc.) that equip them to be effective employees in the world of work and beyond. A mix of whole-group, small-group and individual activities are embedded throughout the weekend. A focus on life skills (hygiene, activities of…
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Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link
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Join us on Zoom as our special guest, Elsa from Frozen, reads us a story! Register now as space is limited. Email hzipperer@dsa-gc.org to RSVP and get a Zoom link.
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link
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WE NEED YOUR HELP! OUR VOICES MUST BE HEARD! The North Carolina Down Syndrome Alliance will be host to a virtual Town Hall meeting about COVID-19 vaccines and Down Syndrome presented by the North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities and the NC Department of Health and Human Services. RSVP REQUIRED to receive Zoom link!
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Join Larina Pierce of Pierce IEP Consulting to learn the ABCs of IEPs! This session is beneficial for all families who are new to the world of IEPs. Email Holly Zipperer at hzipperer@dsa-gc.org to secure your spot today. Zoom link information will be emailed out to all registered participants the day before the event.
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On Tuesday, February 23rd the delicious and generous Five Guys (9826 Gilead Rd) is donating back 20% of Takeout & Pick up orders to support a great cause -- Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte! On behalf of Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte you’re invited to join us and eat out, not only in support of the organization, but to show one of your Huntersville restaurants some love too! We need a minimum of 20 RSVPs, so we ask…
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Want to connect with other Dads in our community? Email Marissa White for Zoom link information at mwhite@dsa-gc.org.
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link).
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DASH YOUR WAY! COVID affects people around the world. So does Down syndrome. That's why COVID won't stop us from celebrating! Join us for a VIRTUAL 5K celebrating World Down Syndrome Day and supporting the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte. So what's a Virtual race? Register NOW for one of the options below and we'll mail your shirt and bib to you! Dash your way anytime during the month of March! You'll upload your run/walk on our official Virtual Results page…
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link
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What is The Improvaneer Method? Click link to watch video: https://youtu.be/ZEI09-cgI4k Register here: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTA4MjIz Minimum Enrollment of 6 participants required. Cost: $35 per participant (includes ALL FIVE 1-hour sessions). Teaches participants: Eye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. Structure: Thursday evenings, 5pm-6pm EST (March 4, March 11, March, 18, March 25, April 1) Each class - facilitated by a trained Improvaneer Method Director - has a theme, a discussion, five…
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DO YOU LOVE TO DANCE? REGISTER NOW: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTA4NDQ0 Registration Fee is $35.00 per participant and covers all 5 classes, including the virtual recital. Join Miss April for a 5-week hip-hop dance class for ages 9-15. Class will meet weekly via Zoom on Thursdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm to rehearse a hip hop routine. All participants will receive a link to the full routine to practice at home between class sessions. This 5-week course will culminate in a virtual hip hop dance recital…
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PRESENTED BY DSA of GREATER CHARLOTTE and GIGI'S PLAYHOUSE CHARLOTTE! Kristin Roncolato Jones is an Occupational Therapist and mom to Wren (age 3) who rocks an extra awesome chromosome. Kristin will be hosting four FREE 30-minute Zoom sessions for parents of infants/toddlers that focus on practical strategies for strengthening motor skills at home and Q&A. Attendance at ALL FOUR sessions is not required. Save your FREE spot today: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTA4NTI3 Mark your calendars for the following Mondays: Monday, March 8 (8:00pm-8:30pm)…
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SPREAD THE WORD! Follow the link to RSVP today! We need 20 RSVPs to hold this fundraiser! https://www.groupraise.com/events/178724 20% of proceeds will be donated back to DSA of Greater Charlotte. You can participate in this fundraiser by: Take out Delivery Pick up MOD Pizza will accept your order in several ways: Restaurant Website Storefront Walk-in Please read the instructions below, so that MOD Pizza knows you are with the GroupRaise Meal for Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte, and…
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link
Find out more »What is The Improvaneer Method? Click link to watch video: https://youtu.be/ZEI09-cgI4k Register here: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTA4MjIz Minimum Enrollment of 6 participants required. Cost: $35 per participant (includes ALL FIVE 1-hour sessions). Teaches participants: Eye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. Structure: Thursday evenings, 5pm-6pm EST (March 4, March 11, March, 18, March 25, April 1) Each class - facilitated by a trained Improvaneer Method Director - has a theme, a discussion, five…
Find out more »DO YOU LOVE TO DANCE? REGISTER NOW: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTA4NDQ0 Registration Fee is $35.00 per participant and covers all 5 classes, including the virtual recital. Join Miss April for a 5-week hip-hop dance class for ages 9-15. Class will meet weekly via Zoom on Thursdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm to rehearse a hip hop routine. All participants will receive a link to the full routine to practice at home between class sessions. This 5-week course will culminate in a virtual hip hop dance recital…
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Join us on Zoom a with a special guest (TBD). Register now as space is limited. Email mwhite@dsa-gc.org to RSVP and get a Zoom link.
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link
Find out more »What is The Improvaneer Method? Click link to watch video: https://youtu.be/ZEI09-cgI4k Register here: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTA4MjIz Minimum Enrollment of 6 participants required. Cost: $35 per participant (includes ALL FIVE 1-hour sessions). Teaches participants: Eye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. Structure: Thursday evenings, 5pm-6pm EST (March 4, March 11, March, 18, March 25, April 1) Each class - facilitated by a trained Improvaneer Method Director - has a theme, a discussion, five…
Find out more »DO YOU LOVE TO DANCE? REGISTER NOW: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTA4NDQ0 Registration Fee is $35.00 per participant and covers all 5 classes, including the virtual recital. Join Miss April for a 5-week hip-hop dance class for ages 9-15. Class will meet weekly via Zoom on Thursdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm to rehearse a hip hop routine. All participants will receive a link to the full routine to practice at home between class sessions. This 5-week course will culminate in a virtual hip hop dance recital…
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We are excited to celebrate Spring, March 19, with a virtual dance with our friends at Best Buddies NC and Next Step Clubhouse! DJ Joey will be spinning the tunes so wear your dancing shoes and we will have a blast! Email Izzi Tritz for the Zoom link!
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Charlotte Celebrates World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st! The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte and KennedyStrong Foundation invite you to join us as we celebrate people with Down syndrome! For information on all events and happenings on 3/21/21 check out our Facebook event page! Celebrate diversity & differences by wearing silly, colorful socks on 3/21 because socks look like chromosomes and Down syndrome occurs when you have 3 of the 21st chromosome instead of 2! Share pictures of…
Find out more »PRESENTED BY DSA of GREATER CHARLOTTE and GIGI'S PLAYHOUSE CHARLOTTE! Kristin Roncolato Jones is an Occupational Therapist and mom to Wren (age 3) who rocks an extra awesome chromosome. Kristin will be hosting four FREE 30-minute Zoom sessions for parents of infants/toddlers that focus on practical strategies for strengthening motor skills at home and Q&A. Attendance at ALL FOUR sessions is not required. Save your FREE spot today: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTA4NTI3 Mark your calendars for the following Mondays: Monday, March 8 (8:00pm-8:30pm)…
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On the Border restaurant in Gastonia is donating 20% of its sales on 3/23 between 11am-10pm to the DSA of Greater Charlotte. We need 20 people to RSVP. Follow the link below to RSVP: https://www.groupraise.com/events/178726 Here is how it works: Dine-In Restriction For customer health and safety, dine-in space is limited during this meal. You can participate in this fundraiser by: Take out Pick up On The Border will accept your order in several ways: Phone Call Storefront Walk-in Please read…
Find out more »Want to connect with other Dads in our community? Email Marissa White for Zoom link information at mwhite@dsa-gc.org.
Find out more »Join us on Zoom a with a special guest (TBD). Register now as space is limited. Email mwhite@dsa-gc.org to RSVP and get a Zoom link.
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link
Find out more »What is The Improvaneer Method? Click link to watch video: https://youtu.be/ZEI09-cgI4k Register here: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTA4MjIz Minimum Enrollment of 6 participants required. Cost: $35 per participant (includes ALL FIVE 1-hour sessions). Teaches participants: Eye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. Structure: Thursday evenings, 5pm-6pm EST (March 4, March 11, March, 18, March 25, April 1) Each class - facilitated by a trained Improvaneer Method Director - has a theme, a discussion, five…
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link
Find out more »What is The Improvaneer Method? Click link to watch video: https://youtu.be/ZEI09-cgI4k Register here: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTA4MjIz Minimum Enrollment of 6 participants required. Cost: $35 per participant (includes ALL FIVE 1-hour sessions). Teaches participants: Eye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. Structure: Thursday evenings, 5pm-6pm EST (March 4, March 11, March, 18, March 25, April 1) Each class - facilitated by a trained Improvaneer Method Director - has a theme, a discussion, five…
Find out more »Participants in our 5-week Hip Hop Class will showcase their awesome move in a VIRTUAL recital. All are welcome to attend and cheer on our dancers! Stay tuned for more information!
Find out more »Join us on Zoom a with a special guest (TBD). Register now as space is limited. Email mwhite@dsa-gc.org to RSVP and get a Zoom link.
Find out more »PRESENTED BY DSA of GREATER CHARLOTTE and GIGI'S PLAYHOUSE CHARLOTTE! Kristin Roncolato Jones is an Occupational Therapist and mom to Wren (age 3) who rocks an extra awesome chromosome. Kristin will be hosting four FREE 30-minute Zoom sessions for parents of infants/toddlers that focus on practical strategies for strengthening motor skills at home and Q&A. Attendance at ALL FOUR sessions is not required. Save your FREE spot today: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTA4NTI3 Mark your calendars for the following Mondays: Monday, March 8 (8:00pm-8:30pm)…
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link
Find out more »What is The Improvaneer Method? Click link to watch video: https://youtu.be/ZEI09-cgI4k Register here: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTEzNTI2 Participation in Session 1 is not required. Minimum Enrollment of 6 participants required. Cost: $35 per participant (includes ALL FIVE 1-hour sessions). Teaches participants: Eye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. Structure: Thursday evenings, 5pm-6pm EST (April 22, April 29, May 6, May 13, May 20) Each class - facilitated by a trained Improvaneer Method Director…
Find out more »PRESENTED BY DSA of GREATER CHARLOTTE and GIGI'S PLAYHOUSE CHARLOTTE! Kristin Roncolato Jones is an Occupational Therapist and mom to Wren (age 3) who rocks an extra awesome chromosome. Kristin will be hosting four FREE 30-minute Zoom sessions for parents of infants/toddlers that focus on practical strategies for strengthening motor skills at home and Q&A. Attendance at ALL FOUR sessions is not required. Save your FREE spot today: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTA4NTI3 Mark your calendars for the following Mondays: Monday, March 8 (8:00pm-8:30pm)…
Find out more »Want to connect with other Dads in our community? Email Marissa White for Zoom link information at mwhite@dsa-gc.org.
Find out more »Join us on Zoom a with a special guest (TBD). Register now as space is limited. Email mwhite@dsa-gc.org to RSVP and get a Zoom link.
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link)
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2021 Annual Greater Charlotte Golf Tournament Friday, May 7th, 2021 Become a Sponsor Today! REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! Registration Opens 7:00 AM Putting Contest Rd 1 8:00 AM Shotgun Start 8:30 AM Box Lunch 12:00 PM Ball Drop 1:00 PM Awards Presentation 1:30 PM While Covid-19 may have slowed us down, it hasn't stopped us! This year's tournament will be bigger and better than ever, and we're excited to have you join us!! Come out and support us, as we raise…
Find out more »Join us on Zoom a with a special guest (TBD). Register now as space is limited. Email mwhite@dsa-gc.org to RSVP and get a Zoom link.
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link)
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link)
Find out more »Join us on Zoom a with a special guest (TBD). Register now as space is limited. Email mwhite@dsa-gc.org to RSVP and get a Zoom link.
Find out more »Who: Adults (ages 18+) with a diagnosis of Ds/IDD What: Weekly therapeutic skills group facilitated my Michelle Mattox, LCSW, and owner of No Limits Counseling focusing on relationship building, self-regulation, executive function skills and more... When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm - 7:45pm Where: Online via Zoom (email Marissa White to register and receive Zoom link)
Find out more »Join us on Zoom a with a special guest (TBD). Register now as space is limited. Email mwhite@dsa-gc.org to RSVP and get a Zoom link.
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Want to connect with other Dads in our community? Check out D.A.D.S. of Charlotte on FB. Email Scott Ingold, Group Leader, for details.
Find out more »July 12 - 30, 2021 ( 3-Week Session 9am-2pm $750.00 9am-4pm $1,050.00 REGISTER NOW! Camp Holiday is a day camp for campers with Down syndrome, ages 5-21, in the Greater Charlotte area with a 3:1 camper to counselor ratio that offers crafts, Zumba, library time, drama, yoga and more! Scholarships are available for eligible families. Do you want to sponsor a camper for Camp Holiday? Donate here
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Trying to find new things to do with your loved one with Ds during summer vacation?! LOOK NO FURTHER! RSVP TODAY! The DSA-GC & Elevation Outreach will be providing 50 FREE Summer Kid Kits to elementary-age children with Ds in the Greater Charlotte area! This is event is sponsored by Elevation Outreach. In order to provide fun summer activities to the children with Ds in our area, these packages, assembled by Elevation, will include items like: - Mini Puzzles -…
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Looking for an afternoon of summer fun for your adult loved one with Ds?! RSVP Required to Attend this FREE Event! The DSA-GC, along with our Event Sponsor, Elevation Outreach, will be hosting a FREE Summer Fun Event for adults with Ds in the Greater Charlotte area! In order to promote socialization and engagement between adults with Ds, we are planning the following activities during this afternoon out: - Rock Painting - Lawn Games (Ex. Corn hole, Giant Connect Four,…
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We are returning in-person for The Summer Swing Dance on August 6!!! RSVP TODAY for this FREE EVENT! Join Best Buddies North Carolina, The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte and Next Step Clubhouse to dance the night away! Come enjoy an evening of fantastic OUTDOOR (weather permitting) music, refreshments & fun! We are so excited to bring our organizations together for the Summer Swing! Date: Friday, August 6, 2021 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Location: Next Step Clubhouse- navigate…
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PLEASE READ! IMPORTANT CAMP HORIZON ANNOUNCMENT 8/6/2021 Camp Horizon is a 4-day/3-night traditional overnight camp experience at YMCA Camp Harrison in Boomer, NC. Participating campers with Down syndrome, ages 10-17, enjoy traditional camp activities, including horseback riding, arts & crafts, boating, fishing, swimming and more. Campers are assigned a 1:1 volunteer counselor for the duration of their time at camp. Camp Horizon builds self-confidence and independence within the context of a traditional sleep-away camp experience. August 18- 21, 2021 $325…
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Special Education Dispute Resolution Virtual Workshop for North Carolina Families Presented by Council for Children's Rights THIS EVENT IS FREE! Register Today for Zoom Link NOTE: This workshop pertains to NC residents only. Feel like your student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) is not being followed? Disagree with the school about your student’s placement or amount of special education services? Not sure what to do about it? Sometimes advocating for your student at an IEP meeting may not be enough to…
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DO YOU LOVE TO DANCE? Join Miss April for a FIVE-WEEK hip-hop dance class for ages 9 and up! Class will meet weekly via Zoom on Wednesdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm EST to rehearse a hip hop routine. All participants will receive a link to the full routine to practice at home between class sessions. This 5-week course will culminate in a virtual hip hop dance recital via Zoom on October 6 at 7pm EST for family and friends to attend! Your…
Find out more »What is The Improvaneer Method? Click link to watch video: https://youtu.be/ZEI09-cgI4k Register here: Participation in Session 2 is not required to attend Session 3. Minimum Enrollment of 6 participants required. Cost: $35 per participant (includes ALL FIVE 1-hour sessions). Teaches participants: Eye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. Structure: Thursday evenings, 5pm-6pm EST (Sept. 16, Sept. 23, Sept. 30, Oct. 7, Oct. 14) Each class - facilitated by a trained…
Find out more »Our 3rd Independent Living Retreat for Adults with Down syndrome will be held September 17-19, 2021 at Camp Thunderbird! These weekend retreats are a way for adults with Down syndrome to connect with others, develop "soft skills" (aka problem solving, perseverance, teamwork, communication, focus, etc.) that equip them to be effective employees in the world of work and beyond. A mix of whole-group, small-group and individual activities are embedded throughout the weekend. A focus on life skills (hygiene, activities of…
Find out more »Participants in our 5-week Hip Hop Class will showcase their awesome move in a VIRTUAL recital. All are welcome to attend and cheer on our dancers! Email Marissa White at mwhite@dsa-gc.org for details.
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BACK TOGETHER AGAIN! OCTOBER 30, 2021 How-To Guides Register & Create/ Join a Team Step-by-Step Guide - Watch Video How to Donate Step-by-Step Guide - Watch Video Become a Sponsor Step-by-Step Guide - Watch Video As our largest fundraiser of the year, the Greater Charlotte Buddy Walk provides about 50% of the needed resources for the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte to fulfill its mission. Every day we make meaningful strides to foster inclusion and to celebrate the lives…
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PLEASE JOIN US for the DSAGC Hip Hop Dance Recital, Wednesday, 12/8 AT 7:00 PM via Zoom! Our dancers have spent the last few weeks training and practicing their hip hop dance, and we would LOVE to have a huge turnout of support when our dancers perform their final recital. We are SO PROUD of how hard they have worked, and we cannot wait to see their dance moves! Email Marissa to get the Zoom link for the recital at mwhite@dsa-gc.org.
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David Egan advocates for the rights of persons with intellectual disabilities. He is a global speaker at the local, national, and international level. David also has Down syndrome, but he does NOT let that define him or slow him down in any way! David will be joining the DSA-GC via Zoom to discuss his life & experiences, including the process of writing a book about his life with Down syndrome! We invite you to join us as we hear about David and…
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You are officially invited to attend the DSA-GC Holiday Event! Register via the link below. Sign ups are first-come, first-served, so make sure to sign up ASAP to reserve your spot. This FREE outdoor event features Family Holiday Photoshoots from 12-5pm, followed by a Meet & Greet from 4-7pm with Santa visits from 5-7pm. We welcome individuals with Ds and their families to attend this event.
Find out more »To start 2022 off with a blast, we will be dancing the evening away at the SNOWFLAKE SWING!!! Next Step Clubhouse along with The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte and Best Buddies of North Carolina are tri-hosting this dance. In addition to great music by DJ JOEY, there will be drinks, snacks, and desserts. The best part? This event is free to attend and you do not need a ticket to enter. Ages 14+
Find out more »CLICK HERE to register for Session 6 of Hip Hop Dance Class with Ms. April! DO YOU LOVE TO DANCE? Join Miss April for a FIVE-WEEK virtual hip-hop dance class for ages 9 and up! Class will meet weekly via Zoom on Wednesdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm EST to rehearse a hip hop routine. All participants will receive a link to the full routine to practice at home between class sessions. This 5-week course will culminate in a virtual hip hop dance…
Find out more »Start planning your meals now! We are excited to once again partner with Penn Station East Coast Subs for the “Round Up for Down Syndrome” campaign. Anyone that eats at a Penn Station in the Charlotte area will have the opportunity to “round up” to support the DSA of Greater Charlotte! This campaign will run from March 1-21. We hope to see you eating some yummy subs and supporting our local Down syndrome community! Penn Station East Coats Subs- Charlotte…
Find out more »CLICK HERE to register for Session 6 of the Improvaneer Method- Online Style! Minimum Enrollment of 6 participants required. Cost: $45 per participant (includes ALL FIVE 1-hour sessions). Teaches participants: Eye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. Dates & Times: WEDNESDAY evenings, 5pm-6pm EST (March 2, March 9, March 16, March 23, and March 30) Structure: Each class has a theme, a discussion, five games, and ‘homeprov’ that the…
Find out more »CLICK HERE to sign up for the No Limits Counseling- Discussion with Families! Join the DSA-GC on Monday, March 7th at 7pm EST as we host a guest speaker, Michele Mattox of No Limits Counseling, to discuss all that her organization has to offer teens and adults with Down syndrome and their loved ones! During this FREE Informational Session, Michele will discuss: Mental Health Relationships & Boundaries At-Home Tips & Tricks to promote healthy minds & relationships This Zoom session…
Find out more »Dream On 3 (DO3) would like to welcome you - our friends from the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte - to an evening of fun! Come enjoy the most exciting floor show in professional wrestling - DO3 VIP style! This fun-filled evening will include snacks throughout the event plus special Dream On 3 swag and WWE swag. This Day Dream event will take palce on March 18th at 7:45pm. Due to limited capacity, each attendee will be allowed to…
Find out more »CLICK HERE to register today for the DSA-GC's 3-2-1 Dash for Down syndrome! There will be a few options to participate: 1. Live Race (5k and Fun Run): We're back LIVE and in person on March 19, 2022. Join us as we celebrate the 10th year of the Dash for Down Syndrome! 2. Virtual Race: Also back this year, the March Virtual Challenge! Join us from near or far and run 32.1 miles throughout the month of March to support…
Find out more »CLICK HERE to register for Session 1: A Special Needs Plan Transition Workshop Series- Planning for Two Lifetimes! We invite you to an interactive, exciting experience to learn more about Special Needs Planning including Special Needs Trusts, ABLE Accounts, Guardianship, Government Benefits, Tax Implications, Future Caregiving and more! Guided by Ryan Platt, Founder of A Special Needs Plan, and special needs planner since 2005. PLEASE NOTE: The registration links for each session are unique, so if you would like to…
Find out more »CLICK HERE to get tickets for "An Evening of Comedy with Dan Kulp"! Thank you so much for your interest in attending "An Evening of Comedy with Dan Kulp" Presented by the DSA of Greater Charlotte and Elevation Church-Blakeney. We are so excited to host this Comedy Show at Elevation Church-Blakeney. Friends, family members, and our community at large is welcome to join us for a night of laughter and excitement! Special thanks to Elevation Church-Blakeney for sponsoring 100 tickets…
Find out more »CLICK HERE to register for Session 2: A Special Needs Plan Transition Workshop Series- ABLE Accounts & Special Needs Trusts! We invite you to an interactive, exciting experience to learn more about ABLE Accounts and Special Needs Trusts. We will dive deep into best uses of ABLE Accounts, and how to use them in conjunction with Special Needs Trusts to provide the best life for your loved one! Guided by Ryan Platt, Founder of A Special Needs Plan, and…
Find out more »CLICK HERE to purchase game tickets for the Down Syndrome Association Spirit night at the Charlotte Hornets Game! Please join us for a fun night out at a Charlotte Hornets Game as the Hornets take on the Washington Wizards. This will be a fun night out for members of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte, Down Syndrome Association of Greater Winston-Salem, and their friends and families. Each ticket purchased via the website below will be able to attend the…
Find out more »CLICK HERE to register for Session 3: A Special Needs Plan Transition Workshop Series- Transition to Adult Life! Learn about: 1. Age 18 - What happens? 2. Government Benefits - Where do I begin? 3. Guardianship Decision 4. Adult Life 5. Fostering Independence Your Guide will be Margaret Gaffney, Transition Coordinator at A Special Needs Plan. PLEASE NOTE: The registration links for each session are unique, so if you would like to sign up for all five, YOU MUST REGISTER…
Find out more »CLICK HERE to register for Session 7 of the Improvaneer Method: Online Style! Minimum Enrollment of 6 participants required. Cost: $45 per participant (includes ALL FIVE 1-hour sessions). Teaches participants: Eye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. Dates & Times: Wednesday evenings, 5pm-6pm EST (April 20, April 27, May 4, May 11, and May 18) Structure: Each class has a theme, a discussion, five games, and ‘homeprov’ that the…
Find out more »CLICK HERE to register for Session 7 of Hip Hop Dance Class with Ms. April! DO YOU LOVE TO DANCE? Join Miss April for a five-week hip hop dance class for ages 9 and up! Class will meet weekly via Zoom on Wednesdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm EST to rehearse a hip hop routine. All participants will receive a link to the full routine to practice at home between class sessions. This 5-week course will culminate in a virtual hip hop dance…
Find out more »CLICK HERE to register for Session 4: A Special Needs Plan Transition Workshop Series- MEDICAID Waiver Overview! We invite you to an interactive, exciting experience to learn more about the Medicaid Waiver. What is it? Does your child need it? Guided by Ryan Platt, Founder of A Special Needs Plan, and special needs planner since 2005. PLEASE NOTE: The registration links for each session are unique, so if you would like to sign up for all five, YOU MUST REGISTER…
Find out more »CLICK HERE to register for "Chat with an IEP Coach! with Larina Pierce! "Chat with an IEP Coach!" with Larina Pierce will take place on Tuesday, April 26, 8:00-9:00 pm via Zoom, and the session will be recorded for any participants that register but are unable to attend. This FREE Zoom session is an opportunity for experienced IEP families to check in with an IEP Coach about particular challenges you may be facing. The last two years have disrupted special education on…
Find out more »CLICK HERE to register for Session 5: A Special Needs Plan Transition Workshop Series- Building the Second Support Team! Planning for your Adult Child after you are gone - What to do? You will learn: 1. How to select your child's support team? 2. Who should be on the team? 3. How to overcome the obstacles you may face in completing this planning? If your child is not an Adult, this webinar will still be helpful for you! Guided by…
Find out more »Friday, May 6th, 2022 The Divide Golf Club 6803 Stevens Mill Rd, Matthews, NC 28104 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TODAY! While Covid-19 may have slowed us down, it hasn’t stopped us! This year’s tournament will be bigger and better than ever, and we’re excited to have you join us!! Come out and support us, as we raise funds to support DSA-GC programs and events that will enrich the lives of individuals with Down syndrome, their family members, and the…
Find out more »REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! For all Camp/ Retreat registrations & staff/ volunteer applications, please CLICK HERE. The Adult Weekend Retreat is a 3-day/2-night overnight camp experience for all adults with Down syndrome, ages 18 and above. The Retreats occur two times per year at YMCA Camp Thunderbird on Lake Wylie in South Carolina. The Retreats also offer a 3:1 participant-to-counselor ratio. The counselors support the vocational trainings and work closely with the adult participants to provide the best experience possible!…
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