DS Action

3-2-1 Action - A World Down Syndrome Day Celebration
2021-03-21 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join us on Sunday, March 21, 2021, at 1 pm PST/4 pm EST.
We will be hosting our 13th Annual World Down Syndrome Day event virtually, coast to coast, this year.

We 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.

Please register to receive details about how to get in on the
ACTION 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!

This 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
Down Syndrome Center at Rady Children’s Hospital.

Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
2021-03-18 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!

About this Event

Zoom link will be emailed to you!
Playing 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.
As 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.
During 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.
Zoom link will be emailed prior to each session!
All ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!

Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
2021-03-11 16:00 - 17:00, 2021-02-25 16:00 - 17:00, 2021-02-18 16:00 - 17:00, 2021-02-11 16:00 - 17:00, 2021-02-04 16:00 - 17:00, 2021-01-26 16:00 - 17:00, 2021-01-19 16:00 - 17:00, 2021-01-12 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 2 more dates
Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!

About this Event

Zoom link will be emailed to you!
Playing 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.
As 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.
During 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.
Zoom link will be emailed prior to each session!
All ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!

Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
2021-02-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles), 2021-02-13 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles), 2021-01-30 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles), 2021-01-16 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles), 2020-12-19 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
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.

This support group is FREE.

We 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.

Currently, 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.
We look forward to having you join us!

Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
2021-01-30 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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.

This support group is FREE.

We 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.

Currently, 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.
We look forward to having you join us!

Cyber Security Webinar- Keeping Kids and Families Safe
2021-01-23 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
During this very challenging time in our lives, DS Action has been focused on providing additional programs to support the health and wellbeing of all who are in need.
Due to an increase in online activity,
DS Action has partnered with BARK to host a webinar which will educate parents in order to protect children from online dangers.
BARK is an award-winning monitoring and screen time management service, founded by a parent in 2015. BARK monitors online activities for potential issues such as: adult content, cyberbullying, predators, depression, acts of violence, suicidal ideation and more. Their services provide parents with tools to manage screen time and filter the web.
In this webinar, there will be a focus on:
 Digital Trends
 Online Dangers
 Practical Steps & Guidance

New Years Eve Virtual Party
2020-12-31 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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.

Get your tickets – https://bit.ly/dsactionNYE2020

Join 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.

The 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!

Paint Night: Paint, Sip and Socialize
2020-12-12 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Paint, Sip & Socialize
Join us for a Night of Painting and Fun! FREE Virtual Paint, Sip & Socialize Night on Thursday, December 12, 2020, at 5pm PST.
Select a paint-by-number kit of your choice, grab some refreshments, and hop online. See some familiar faces and meet some new friends.
A virtual meeting link will be provided after you register.
Please be sure to purchase your paint-by-number kit in time for the event. There are many places to get supplies. We have found a large variety of kits, on Amazon, including some for the holidays. Check them out here:
Amazon – https://www.amazon.com/Best…/zgbs/arts-crafts/7756212011

Down Syndrome Support Group for Parents and Caregivers
2020-12-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-11-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-11-07 10:00 - 11:00 UTC

DS Action's Night of Inspiration
2020-11-21 19:00 - 20:00 UTC
To help overcome the significant challenges that we have all been faced with during 2020, DS Action has recognized the importance of providing Hope, Inspiration, and Laughter to support the well being of our families and friends.
From November 1st – 21st, DS Action will share videos and stories during our “21 Days of Thanks” campaign. Join us on Saturday, November 21, 2020, as we come together to celebrate all that we are thankful for.
The festivities will kick off at 7 pm PST, with a variety of entertainment – comedy, music, and interactive fun. This will be a virtual event. So, you can attend from the comfort of your home and from any time zone. Invite your friends!

DS Action's Virtual Halloween Party
2020-10-31 15:00 - 16:00 UTC | CA, United States
Join us on Saturday, October 31, 2020 from 3pm – 4pm for a Virtual Halloween Party. A VERY special thank you to our friends at Point Loma Nazarene University’s Department of Sociology, Social Work and Family Services for hosting this event for DS Action Families and Friends.
– Costume Contest for People of All Ages & Pets too!
– Virtual Games
– Pumpkin Decorating (Bring your own pumpkin or pumpkin cut out)
– Music and Dancing
– Spooky Dessert Contest (Show off your creative culinary Halloween themed dessert.)
– Fun is the most important part of this party!

Down Syndrome Support Group for Parents/Caregivers
2020-10-24 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
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.
We 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.
This support group is FREE.
Currently, 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.
We look forward to having you join us!
