Events
Wills & Trusts with Laura Akins Smith
Join us for an essential discussion on securing your child’s future! Planning ahead with a will and trust is crucial for ensuring the long-term financial stability and care of your child with Down syndrome. Without proper legal arrangements, assets and benefits could be at risk, potentially impacting your child’s future.
This Zoom meeting with Laura Akins, Special Needs and Elder Law Estate Planning Attorney at Nadler Biernath, LLC, will provide valuable insights on the benefits of special needs trusts, guardianship considerations, and how to create a plan that safeguards your child’s well-being.
DSAA Moms Retreat dates!
About The Event
** DSAA MOMS ** Three nights of peace and sleep away with other Down syndrome moms who understand your daily challenges. Our inn functions like an AirBnB. Guests have 24/7 access to a full kitchen. Breakfast is not provided. Cook in or eat out. Lots of amazing local options or bring your own! Completely casual, sleep as long as you want. Zero expectations of you. You don't even have to come out of your room if you don't want to :) No calendar, no schedule, totally free-style. Minimum requested $90 donation per person directly supports our inn.
** Contributions are non-refundable if you have to cancel but remain as a donation to support other caregivers.**
This event has a group. You’re welcome to join the group once you register for the event.
A Mother's Rest
About The Event
** DSAA MOMS ** Three nights of peace and sleep away with other Down syndrome moms who understand your daily challenges. Our inn functions like an AirBnB. Guests have 24/7 access to a full kitchen. Breakfast is not provided. Cook in or eat out. Lots of amazing local options, or bring your own! Completely casual, sleep as long as you want. Zero expectations of you. You don't even have to come out of your room if you don't want to :) No calendar, no schedule, totally free-style. The minimum requested $90 donation per person directly supports our inn. ADDITIONAL MONTHLY DONATIONS ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED. ** Contributions are non-refundable if you have to cancel but remain as a donation to support other caregivers.**
This event has a group. You’re welcome to join the group once you register for the event.
Megan’s World Down Syndrome Day Party!
We're thrilled to announce Megan's World Down Syndrome Day Party, made possible by the Megan Sydney Pay It Forward Fund! 🎉 This year's celebration is for our friends with Down syndrome aged 21 and over, and their friends with intellectual disabilities. You MUST be 21+ since the venue includes a bar. Be ready to eat, drink and dance but more importantly have a fantastic time together!
*Since the venue only has a small capacity, we are encouraging caregivers to drop your individual with Down syndrome off and then meet with other caregivers at Lazy Dog @ Perimeter Mall for a drink and an appetizer on us! If the caregiver tickets are sold out, we encourage you to enjoy any of the other dinner places around the Perimeter mall area.
**Once the event is sold out, we’ll start a waiting list**
The Emory Down Syndrome Parent & Caregiver Research Symposium
For more information and to register please use link below
Meeting with NDSC and NDSS
On 2/27, we will meet with our National partners about the state of advocacy from a national perspective. We will be discussing federal implications as it relates to the waiver and benefits.
DSAA's BFC-Mother's Brunch 2025
It’s that time of year again to celebrate our mothers, grandmothers, and any special mother figures with our beautiful brunch. Space is limited.
*Unfortunately, childcare will NOT be provided.
The Caroline Thome Angel Fund Benefit
Join us for the Caroline Thome Angel Fund Benefit—a memorable evening of delicious food, refreshing drinks, live music, and fun! Your ticket includes dinner, beverages, entertainment, and an exclusive event t-shirt. All proceeds support The Caroline Thome Angel Fund. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to make a difference!
Merry & Bright DSAA Holiday Party
Celebrate the magic of the season with the Down Syndrome Association and GiGi's Playhouse at our 3rd annual Merry & Bright Holiday Party!
Event Details
Date: Saturday, December 14th, 2024
Location: Christchurch Presbyterian
1740 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
Cost: Free-4 tixs per family, lunch included! If you need more tickets, please contact us.
Activities: Crafts, Face Painting, Dancing and Santa!
Please RSVP by December 7 so we can have a lunch head count.
Entienda la salud del corazón: lo que todo padre debe saber
Entienda la salud del corazón: lo que todo padre debe saber
con el Doctor Michael Manuel López, M.D. Cardiólogo Pediátrico
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
*Este evento es gratis
*Cuido de niños disponible
*Transportacíon disponible pero necesita inscribirse lo antes posible. Contacte a Ellis Sheppard, gerente de transporte de Jewish Family & Career Services (JF&CS), al 770-677-9354 o esheppard@jfcsatl.org e identifíquese como padre/guardian o persona con síndrome de Down. Una vez registrado, le enviarán toda la información sobre cómo reservar su viaje.
*refrescos y aperitivos incluidos
Educators Conference
Our Educators Conference offers practical,
research-based strategies that general and
special education teachers can immediately
implement to support students with
intellectual disabilities and Down syndrome.
Addressing BEHAVIOR through proven strategies
Literacy strategies to facilitate READING DEVELOPMENT
Proven practices for INCLUSION
Strategies for ACCESS for all
TRANSITIONING the ages & stages
Planning and designing CURRICULUM
MEDICAL IMPLICATIONS for the classroom
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
Materials
Certificate of attendance
0.6 CEUs (+$30)
Questions? Emailkim@ndsccenter.org
Corky Kell 2024
Score Atlanta would like to invite the Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta to the Corky Kell-Dave Hunter Classic on Saturday, August 17th. Watch the Brookwood vs Walton football game and walk on the field to help flip the coin at the start of the game.
When: Saturday, August 17th, by 9:15 AM if you would like to walk on the field before the game.
Where: at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
*Tickets: Score Atlanta is providing tickets to the
Down Syndrome community free of charge.
Please RSVP by Monday, 8/12, at lindsey.rosenberg@dsaatl.org or by phone at
(404) 246-7432
Your ticket is good for all four Saturday games, so feel free to bring your family and stay to watch them all!
10:00 AM Brookwood vs Walton
1:00 PM Houston County vs Alpharetta
4:00 PM McEachern vs North Gwinnett
7:00 PM Cedar Grove vs Douglas County
Mom's Night Out Decatur
We have a Henry County and Decatur Mom's Night Out coming up, and we would love to know if you can make it. Sign up and let us know you're coming; First drink is on us! Sign up HERE!
Mom's Night Out Henry County
We have a Henry County and Decatur Mom's Night Out coming up, and we would love to know if you can make it. Sign up and let us know you're coming; First drink is on us! Sign up HERE!
Food for Thought: Optimal Nutrition for Growing Minds in Children with Down Syndrome
During this presentation, we will review: Dietary practices to implement early for optimal cognitive and physical health in children with Down Syndrome. Overcoming food aversions and picky eating Strategies to make healthy food fun and exciting
Dia de Charla con la Dra. Suzana Montana, MD, FAAP Pediatra
Nos estamos reuniendo el sábado 22 de junio del 2024 en 2997 Main St, Duluth, GA 30096 para participar en la charla con la Dra. Suzana Montana, MD, FAAP Pediatra en Peachtree Corners. La charla es en español. Mientras los padres escuchan la charla los nińos estarán jugando al lado en otro salón.
Parent Webinar Supported Decision-Making: What do you know? What do you need to know?
I DECIDE Georgia is a coalition of advocates, organizations, and allies who believe that every adult can make important life decisions, supported by people they trust, in order to live a life of dignity and autonomy. This session is designed specifically for people with disabilities, their families and supporters to explore the variety of decision-making options available to support a full, meaningful, and good life. We will discuss the principles of Supported Decision-Making, ideas for practice, and some of the unintended consequences of guardianship. Attendees will also hear from a Youth Ambassador and their family about their lived experience using Supported Decision-Making.
