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SUMMARY:Stay Healthy! Virtual Fitness and Wellness Program with Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join in on the fun!  Our friends at Playing for Smiles will be hosting their virtual fitness classes today at 4pm PST / 7pm EST.  Classes are open to all ages and family members too.  Please register here to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/stay-healthy-virtual-fitness-and-wellness-program-with-friends-3/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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SUMMARY:Stay Healthy! Virtual Fitness and Wellness Program with Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join in on the fun!  Our friends at Playing for Smiles will be hosting their virtual fitness classes today at 4pm PST / 7pm EST.  Classes are open to all ages and family members too.  Please register here to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/stay-healthy-virtual-fitness-and-wellness-program-with-friends-4/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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SUMMARY:Parent Chat - Down Syndrome Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10 am PST/1 pm EST (parents in all areas are welcome) for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering.  This parent collaboration is open to discussions of all ages and stages of development.\n\nDS Action recognizes that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we have faced over the past few years.   Therefore\, we decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there is always a need for parents/caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome.  We are glad to be providing a way for open communication to share thoughts\, concerns\, achievements\, ideas and resources.\n\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic)\, and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220208T160000
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SUMMARY:Stay Healthy! Virtual Fitness and Wellness Program with Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join in on the fun!  Our friends at Playing for Smiles will be hosting their virtual fitness classes today at 4pm PST / 7pm EST.  Classes are open to all ages and family members too.  Please register here to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/stay-healthy-virtual-fitness-and-wellness-program-with-friends-5/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220118T160000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness with Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join in on the fun!  Our friends at Playing for Smiles will be hosting their virtual fitness classes today at 4pm PST / 7pm EST.  Classes are open to all ages and family members too.  Please register here to receive the Zoom link. \n 
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-with-friends-6/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10 am PST/1 pm EST (parents in all areas are welcome) for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering.  This parent collaboration is open to discussions of all ages and stages of development.\n\nDS Action recognizes that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we have faced over the past few years.   Therefore\, we decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there is always a need for parents/caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome.  We are glad to be providing a way for open communication to share thoughts\, concerns\, achievements\, ideas and resources.\n\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic)\, and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents2022/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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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/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211228T160000
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CREATED:20211207T173342Z
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UID:3002-1640707200-1640710800@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness with Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join in on the fun!  Our friends at Playing for Smiles will be starting their virtual fitness classes again on Tuesday\, December 28th at 4pm PST.  Classes are open to all ages and family members too.  Please register here to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-with-friends-5/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downsyndromeaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Playing-for-smiles.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211221T160000
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CREATED:20211207T173218Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness with Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join in on the fun!  Our friends at Playing for Smiles will be starting their virtual fitness classes again on Tuesday\, December 21st at 4pm PST.  Classes are open to all ages and family members too.  Please register here to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-with-friends-4/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211218T100000
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CREATED:20210930T185656Z
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UID:2741-1639821600-1639825200@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10 am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic)\, and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-25/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness with Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join in on the fun!  Our friends at Playing for Smiles will be starting their virtual fitness classes again on Tuesday\, December 7th at 4pm PST.  Classes are open to all ages and family members too.  Please register here to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-with-friends-3/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downsyndromeaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Playing-for-smiles.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210930T185620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T185620Z
UID:2740-1638612000-1638615600@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10 am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic)\, and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-24/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20211125T075942Z
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UID:2923-1638460800-1638464400@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness with Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join in on the fun!  Our friends at Playing for Smiles will be starting their virtual fitness classes again on Thursday\, December 2nd at 4pm PST.  Classes are open to all ages and family members too.  Please register here to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-with-friends-2/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211123T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20211117T040930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T041221Z
UID:2913-1637683200-1637686800@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness with Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join in on the fun!  Our friends at Playing for Smiles will be starting their virtual fitness classes again on Tuesday\, November 23rd at 4pm PST.  Classes are open to all ages and family members too.  Please register here to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-with-friends/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downsyndromeaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Playing-for-smiles.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211120T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210930T185548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T185548Z
UID:2739-1637402400-1637406000@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10 am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic)\, and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-23/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211106T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210930T185511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T185511Z
UID:2738-1636192800-1636196400@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10 am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic)\, and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-22/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downsyndromeaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Parent-Support-sept-2021-e1636257339343.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211027T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211027T190000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20211014T230237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T040006Z
UID:2756-1635354000-1635361200@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Trick or Treat with Friends
DESCRIPTION:  \nHAPPY FALL!   \nWe would like to invite you to join us on Wednesday\, October 27th for a Trick or Treat event\, hosted by our friends at Point Loma Nazarene University\, Department of Sociology\, Social Work\, and Family Sciences. \nREGISTER NOW:  https://give.classy.org/TrickorTreat2021 \nThis event will be held in small groups between 5pm – 7pm on the PLNU campus. We want to make this a FUN and SAFE event\, especially for our friends who are at a higher risk. We ask that all attendees wear masks and follow COVID-19 Safety Protocols for outdoor gatherings. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/gatherings.html \nDetails: \n\nPlease get into the Halloween Spirt – Wear a costume\nTrick or Treat at various classroom locations\nArts & Crafts\nFun with Friends\n\nCOVID-19 Safety Protocols\, especially for our friends who are at a higher risk: \n\nLimited Attendance – You must register to attend this event\nSmall groups with pre-registered time slots\nMust wear a mask\nPlease do not attend if you have any of COVID symptoms\, as detailed by the CDC – https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html\n\nThank you to our friends at Point Loma Nazarene University!  We appreciate all the fun opportunities you provide for our families. \nREGISTER NOW:  https://give.classy.org/TrickorTreat2021
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/trickortreat2021/
LOCATION:Point Loma Nazarene University\, 3900 Lomaland Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Point Loma Nazarene University":MAILTO:srogers@pointloma.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211023T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210930T185239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T185239Z
UID:2736-1634983200-1634986800@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10 am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic)\, and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-21/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211006T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211006T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210930T184900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T185018Z
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SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10 am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic)\, and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-20/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210925T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210723T002354Z
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SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic) and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-19/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210911T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
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SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic) and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-18/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210828T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210723T002147Z
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UID:2706-1630144800-1630148400@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic) and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-17/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210814T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210723T001918Z
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UID:2700-1628935200-1628938800@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic) and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-16/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210724T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210708T195352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210723T004248Z
UID:2684-1627120800-1627124400@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic) and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-15/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210710T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210710T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210708T195236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T195447Z
UID:2681-1625911200-1625914800@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic) and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-14/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210626T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210526T190536Z
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SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic) and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-13/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210612T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210526T190221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210609T051302Z
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SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic) and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-12/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210605T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210605T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210419T061123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T063225Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210522T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210315T174018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T174019Z
UID:2435-1621677600-1621681200@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on select Saturdays at 10am PST for a Virtual Parent/Caregiver Support Group gathering. We recognize that our community is in need of ways to navigate the challenges we are all facing currently. We decided to take action and find solutions to help families cope.  Also\, we know that there has been a need for parents and caregivers to collaborate with other families who have children with Down syndrome\, of all ages. We are looking forward to providing a way to open communication.\n\nThis support group is FREE.\n\nWe are excited to be working with the SMart Center from Jankintown\, Pennsylvania. They will be facilitating our group gatherings\, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety\, offer parenting strategies (with a focus on stress during the pandemic) and explain the significance of social support during a time when we are having to keep our distance.\n\nCurrently\, DS Action is working on hosting additional family support groups/webinars. Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts for our community. Click here to make a donation on our website.\nWe look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/down-syndrome-support-for-parents-and-caregivers-11/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210515T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040347
CREATED:20210419T060930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T063310Z
UID:2546-1621072800-1621076400@downsyndromeaction.org
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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