Parent Workshop at
East TN Children's Hospital
Today is the last day to register!
DSAG is excited to share information from the 2017 NDSC convention with our members at a parent workshop on Saturday, February 10, 2018, from 8 am-12 noon. DSAG has organized this workshop at no cost for our members. DSAG members will receive their own (one per family) complimentary copy of the NDSC Family Care Toolkit* when attending.
This workshop will bring together local therapists and DSAG board members to share their findings from the 2017 NDSC Convention. There are 6 different topics to choose from during the 3 breakout session times; you can choose the best information and resources for your loved ones. The presenters will be covering a range of topics from early beginnings to different therapy strategies, education, behavior and sibling issues.
-Click
here
to learn more about the workshop
*Click
here
to learn more about the NDSC Family Care Toolkit
-Childcare is NOT available for this workshop.
-Please register by February 5, 2018.
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Help DSAG celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with our annual Race 3.21!
The race is set for Sunday, March 18, 2018 at West High School. Click the button for more information and how to register.
If you or someone you know would like to help with planning or would like information about sponsoring the race please contact me at angie.holbert@dsagtn.org or 865-202-8867.
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Save the Date!
Sunday, April 8, 2018
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DSAG Dollywod Day will be Sunday, April 8, 2018! Lunch will be from 11am-1pm. Look for more details and a registration form soon!
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D.A.D.S. will meet tonight
February 5, 2018
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DADS will meet at-
Texas Roadhouse
334 Fountain View Cir
Alcoa, TN 37701
6-7:30 pm
Dads, grandads, or anyone who is a father figure in the life of an individual with Ds are invited to be part of the group.
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Littles and Lattes date will be
Wednesday, February 21
10-11:30 am
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DSAG is excited to offer a program for our preschool age group. Littles and Lattes is designed to be a playgroup type setting for children with Ds (ages birth to 6 years) and their parents. Feel free to bring your own latte or enjoy the provided coffee. No RSVP is necessary. Thank you to First Baptist Concord's Helping Hands Ministry for providing the space for us to meet.
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Mom's Night Out
Wednesday, February 21
7 PM
Puleo's Grille Knoxville
260 N Peters Rd
Knoxville, Tennessee 37923
Knox Extra Cool Moms Facebook page was created for Knoxville area moms of individuals with Ds to share information and social events. If you would like more information, look for them on Facebook.
The page is not managed by DSAG.
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Upcoming Calendar of Events:
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Tentative Event Dates for 2018:
February 5- DADS meeting
February 5- Deadline to register for workshop
February 10- Parent workshop at ETCH
February 21- KECM Night Out
February 21- Littles and Lattes
March- Littles and Lattes will not meet
March 18- 3.21 Race
March 21- World Down Syndrome Day-celebrate at local McAlister's Deli locations
April 8- DSAG Dollywood Day
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Camp Kiononia
There are still spots available!
Camp Koinonia serves individuals ages 7-21 who have multiple disabilities through a week long therapeutic camp experience.
They are accepting applications for Camp Koinonia 2018! Camp Koinonia will be held April 8-13th at the Clyde M. York 4H Center in Crossville. The application can be found
here
and is due FEBRUARY 12, 2018 BY 5 PM!
Click
here
for an application
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DSAG
Recreational Scholarships
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DSAG has a scholarship fund to provide qualified members with Down syndrome assistance in paying for certain therapeutic activities. These activities may include, but are not limited to, dance, art, horseback riding, water therapy, music or other activities that may build skill, strength and/or self-confidence. Alilthough our budget does not allow DSAG to provide full funding of any one activity, the goal is to provide some funding for as many families as possible.
Click
here
for more information
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NDSC Webinar on
Puberty, Sexuality and Relationships
Presented by Terri Couwenhoven, MS, the clinic coordinator and health educator for the Down Syndrome Clinic at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, this webinar will give you the opportunity to “Ask the Expert” your questions about puberty, sexuality, and relationships for teens and adults with Down syndrome and developmental disabilities. Attendees are encouraged to submit questions in advance to ensure our presenter has the opportunity to prepare the best possible responses and gauge the audience’s particular interests.
Click
here to register and submit your questions.
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The
East Tennessee Technology Access Center (ETTAC)
is a regional nonprofit agency that helps people with disabilities gain knowledge about and access to assistive technology devices. These devices help people with disabilities gain education and employment skills, perform activities of daily living, and lead more independent, productive lives. ETTAC's assistive technology equipment is used for assessment and training, and some devices may also be available for loan.
Click
here to learn more about progams at ETTAC
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