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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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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
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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-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210515T100000
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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: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-10/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210506T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210506T170000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n \n\n\n  \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210501T110000
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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/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210429T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210429T170000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n \n\n\n  \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210315T173747Z
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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-9/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210422T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
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SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed to you! \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210415T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210315T173215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T173215Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed to you! \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210410T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210315T173656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T173656Z
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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-8/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210411
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210315T174618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T174630Z
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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
ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210408T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210315T173120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T174147Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed to you! \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210403T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210403T153000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210315T174430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210328T061009Z
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SUMMARY:DS Action's Easter "Eggs-perience" hosted by Pt. Loma Nazarene University
DESCRIPTION:We’re changing things up again this year.  Our Friends at Point Loma Nazarene University have come up with a FUN and SAFE way for us to join together for an Easter Eggs-perience!   Register here:  http://bit.ly/dsaction-plnu-easter2021 \nYou must register to participate in the celebration on Saturday\, April 3rd. \n\nEach registration is for 1 family (car) to attend the drive-thru goody bag pick up from 8am-10am at Liberty Station in Pt. Loma.  (Everyone must stay inside their vehicles.)\nAll ages are welcome!\nJoin the Virtual Celebration at 2pm.  The items that you receive in the goody bags will be used during the virtual event.\n\nExact address for the drive-thru and the link for the virtual event will be sent in an email on Friday\, April 2nd. \nWe look forward to celebrating with everyone and seeing many smiling faces. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Sharla Hank at sharla.hank@dsaction.com or Susan Rogers at srogers@pointloma.edu
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/easter2021/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210401T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210315T173024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T173024Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed to you! \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-13/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210330T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210330T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210315T174946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210321T024940Z
UID:2442-1617120000-1617123600@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Siblings Social Hour - Virtual Trivia Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:*Details to come! \n  \n 
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/siblings-social-hour-virtual-trivia-tuesday/
ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210327T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210327T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210315T173547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T173547Z
UID:2427-1616839200-1616842800@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-7/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210325T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210315T172913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T172913Z
UID:2415-1616688000-1616691600@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed to you! \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-12/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downsyndromeaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Playing-for-smiles.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210321T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210321T143000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20201025T022151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210305T225811Z
UID:2098-1616331600-1616337000@downsyndromeaction.org
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/
CATEGORIES:Event,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210318T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210318T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210315T172741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T172741Z
UID:2413-1616083200-1616086800@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed to you! \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active\, and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-11/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downsyndromeaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Playing-for-smiles.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210311T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210306T204005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210306T204005Z
UID:2406-1615478400-1615482000@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed to you! \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-10/
CATEGORIES:Event,Program Support
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downsyndromeaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Playing-for-smiles.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210227T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210110T012223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210110T012241Z
UID:2321-1614420000-1614423600@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-6/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210110T011446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T002616Z
UID:2309-1614268800-1614272400@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed to you! \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-9/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downsyndromeaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Playing-for-smiles.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210218T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210110T011342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T002538Z
UID:2306-1613664000-1613667600@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed to you! \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-8/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downsyndromeaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Playing-for-smiles.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210110T012133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210110T012133Z
UID:2319-1613210400-1613214000@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-5/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210110T011244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T002423Z
UID:2304-1613059200-1613062800@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed to you! \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-7/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downsyndromeaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Playing-for-smiles.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210204T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210110T011137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T002330Z
UID:2302-1612454400-1612458000@downsyndromeaction.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed to you! \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-6/
CATEGORIES:Program Support
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downsyndromeaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Playing-for-smiles.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210130T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210110T012036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210110T012036Z
UID:2317-1612000800-1612004400@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-4/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210130T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T040839
CREATED:20210110T011910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210110T011910Z
UID:2314-1612000800-1612004400@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-3/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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