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SUMMARY:2nd Annual New Years Eve Celebration - Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:  \nBACK AGAIN THIS YEAR\, BY POPULAR DEMAND\n\nJoin us on Friday\, December 31\, 2021 for a “Virtual” New Year’s Eve celebration filled with laughter and entertainment\, led by our Masters of Ceremony\, Erik Rivera and Mal Hall.  Let’s ring in the New Year and share the hope that 2022 brings.\nThe party will kick off at 5:30pm PST\, with a variety of interactive fun\, much laughter\, games\, prizes and special guests. \nAttend from the comfort of your home\, gather with family or friends and join in from any time zone.  Get your New Year’s Eve decorations\, festive attire and refreshments ready. \nThere will be a prize for each of the following categories: \n\nBest dressed for New Year’s Eve\nMost festive\, decorated background (this cannot be a digital background)\n\nYou won’t want to miss this!  Invite your friends. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE  \nhttps://give.classy.org/dsactionNYE2021 \n  \nWE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT \nDS Action\, along with most nonprofit organizations\, have faced a challenging year for hosting in person events.  This has impacted our fundraising efforts.  However\, we have continued to serve our community and have even introduced new programs.  We are grateful for all who support us and look forward to seeing you in 2022. 
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/nye2021/
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SUMMARY:DS Action Webinar Series 2021 - Relationships/Dating
DESCRIPTION:DS Action is focused on the Health and Wellness of our community\, especially in 2021.  We are happy to announce that we will be offering a 3-part Webinar Series in May and early June to cover the topics of Puberty\, Boundaries and Relationships/Dating.  These webinars are open to parents/caregivers and professionals in the community who may benefit from learning more on these topics. \nRETURNING (VIRTUALLY)\, BY POPULAR DEMAND: We are very proud to welcome back\, Special Guest Speaker: Terri Couwenhoven\, MS Owner TC Services\, AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator\, and Author \nOur last webinar of the series will be on Saturday\, June 5\, 2021 at 10am PST.  Please join us as Terri presents information regarding the “I Want to Date! Supporting Healthy Dating Relationships”. \nWebinar description:  The need for\nintimacy and meaningful connections with others is part of the human condition. People with Down syndrome and intellectual/developmental disabilities have similar needs for intimacy\, but often encounter a unique set of barriers as they move into the dating world. In this workshop parents will explore obstacles uniquely experienced by people with intellectual/developmental disabilities and identify helpful roles for parents and/or support providers.  There will be discussion on strategies for supporting self-advocates learn important steps in the dating process.  \nRegistration: Please register to receive the Zoom link for this workshop. \nAttendance Fee: Free; Suggested donation $10/per household \nAll gifts are greatly appreciated\, especially during these challenging times. DS Action has added many new virtual programs this year to support our community. Please consider contributing\, so that we may continue to offer amazing events\, webinars\, programs and to support the Down Syndrome Center at Rady Children’s Hospital. \nWe would like to thank our very generous Donors for your contributions\, so that we may continue to provide these very important seminars for families and to assist in providing additional knowledge to professionals who work within our community. \n 
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/ds-action-webinar-series-2021-relationships-dating/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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SUMMARY:DS Action Webinar Series 2021 - Boundaries
DESCRIPTION:DS Action is focused on the Health and Wellness of our community\, especially in 2021.  We are happy to announce that we will be offering a 3-part Webinar Series in May and early June to cover the topics of Puberty\, Boundaries and Relationships/Dating.  These webinars are open to parents/caregivers and professionals in the community who may benefit from learning more on these topics. \nRETURNING (VIRTUALLY)\, BY POPULAR DEMAND: We are very proud to welcome back\, Special Guest Speaker: Terri Couwenhoven\, MS Owner TC Services\, AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator\, and Author \nOur second webinar will be on Saturday\, May 15\, 2021 at 10am PST.  Please join us as Terri presents information regarding the “Don’t Cross the Line! Navigating Boundary Confusion in People with Down syndrome and other Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities”. \nWebinar description:  In this session parents will learn common\nreasons for boundary confusion in individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities\, why\nboundaries are important\, and key aspects of boundaries teaching. \nRegistration: Please register to receive the Zoom link for this workshop. \nAttendance Fee: Free; Suggested donation $10/per household \nAll gifts are greatly appreciated\, especially during these challenging times. DS Action has added many new virtual programs this year to support our community. Please consider contributing\, so that we may continue to offer amazing events\, webinars\, programs and to support the Down Syndrome Center at Rady Children’s Hospital. \nWe would like to thank our very generous Donors for your contributions\, so that we may continue to provide these very important seminars for families and to assist in providing additional knowledge to professionals who work within our community.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/ds-action-webinar-series-2021-boundaries/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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SUMMARY:DS Action Webinar Series 2021 - Puberty
DESCRIPTION:About the Event \n\n\nResponding to many requests and offering solutions… \nDS Action is focused on the Health and Wellness of our community\, especially in 2021.  We are happy to announce that we will be offering a 3-part Webinar Series in May and early June to cover the topics of Puberty\, Boundaries and Relationships/Dating. \nRETURNING (VIRTUALLY)\, BY POPULAR DEMAND: We are very proud to welcome back\, Special Guest Speaker: Terri Couwenhoven\, MS Owner TC Services\, AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator\, and Author \nOur first webinar will be on Saturday\, May 1\, 2021 at 10am PST.  Please join us as Terri presents information regarding the “Top 5 Issues and Concerns During Puberty”. \nWebinar description:  Families often experience anxiety when their son or daughter with Down syndrome or intellectual/developmental disabilities begins to exhibit changes that occur during puberty. In this workshop\, Terri will explain about the most frequently identified issues and concerns that parents of tweens have and practical ways to address them. Ideas for teaching\, home activities\, and useful resources specifically designed for individuals with intellectual disabilities (I/DD) will be shared. \nRegistration: Please register to receive the Zoom link for this workshop. \nAttendance Fee: Free; Suggested donation $10/per household \nAll gifts are greatly appreciated\, especially during these challenging times. DS Action has added many new virtual programs this year to support our community. Please consider contributing\, so that we may continue to offer amazing events\, webinars\, programs and to support the Down Syndrome Center at Rady Children’s Hospital. \nWe would like to thank our very generous Donors for your contributions\, so that we may continue to provide these very important seminars for families and to assist in providing additional knowledge to professionals who work within our community.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/ds-action-webinar-series-2021-puberty/
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SUMMARY:Cooking With Friends!
DESCRIPTION:Details Coming Soon!\n\nStay tuned for details about this fun virtual cooking with friends event!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/cooking-with-friends/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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SUMMARY:3-2-1 Action - A World Down Syndrome Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin us on Sunday\, March 21\, 2021\, at 1 pm PST/4 pm EST.\nWe will be hosting our 13th Annual World Down Syndrome Day event virtually\, coast to coast\, this year.\n\nWe are very excited to be celebrating with our friends\, Julie and Derrick Tennant\, who will be on the East Coast. This event will showcase the talent and raise awareness for people with Down syndrome around the globe. To spotlight this momentous occasion\, there will be friends of DS Action stopping by to share the importance of the day\, along with a collection of videos and special guest appearances.\n\nPlease register to receive details about how to get in on the\nACTION on 3/21. Because this is a virtual event\, you can attend from the comfort of your home and from any time zone. Invite your friends!\n\nThis is a FREE event. However\, donations are greatly appreciated\, especially during these challenging times. DS Action has added many new virtual programs this year to support our community. Please consider making a contribution\, so that we may continue to offer amazing events\, webinars and to support the\nDown Syndrome Center at Rady Children’s Hospital.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/3-2-1-action-festival-for-world-down-syndrome-day/
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SUMMARY:New Years Eve Virtual Party
DESCRIPTION:Let’s come together for New Year’s Eve and say good-bye to a year of many challenges and share the hope that 2021 brings.\n\n\nGet your tickets – https://bit.ly/dsactionNYE2020\n\nJoin us on Thursday\, December 31\, 2020\, for a New Year’s Eve celebration filled with laughter and entertainment led by our hosts\, Mal Hall and Erik Rivera.  We have a special guest(s) who will be joining us as well.\n\nThe party will kick off at 5:30 pm PST/8:30pm EST\, with a variety of live comedy\, music\, interactive fun\, and surprises.  This will be a virtual event.  So\, you can attend from the comfort of your home and from any time zone.  Get your New Year’s Eve decorations\, festive attire\, and refreshments ready.  Invite your friends!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/new-years-eve-2020/
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