DS Action

Parent Chat - Down Syndrome Support Group
2023-02-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-01-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-01-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-12-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-12-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-11-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-11-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-10-22 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 12 more dates | Virtual
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.

DS 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.

This support group is FREE.

There will be facilitators to support our group gatherings, sharing ways that we can better manage stress and anxiety, offer parenting strategies, and ways to promote better self care, health and wellness.

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!

Dr. Russ Reinbolt YUKON ARCTIC ULTRA 2023
2023-02-04 08:00 - 2023-02-17 17:00
About the Campaign

DS Action is excited to share that our friend, Russ Reinbolt, Emergency Room Doctor and Ultramarathon Runner, has chosen to run in support of DS Action AGAIN. This time, he will be racing 430 miles in the extreme cold weather in Canada to fundraise for DS Action and and raise awareness for people with Down syndrome.
Dr. Reinbolt is asking that everyone please contribute what they can to support in his efforts. Whether that be to donate .10 cents per mile that he will run (430 total miles=$43) or any amount that you feel comfortable contributing to his campaign.
You may remember that in July of 2018 and 2022, Dr. Reinbolt ran the Badwater 135 mile Ultramarathon in Death Valley, CA. He recently shared that he will be running in the Montane Yukon Arctic Ultra starting on February 4, 2023. This is said to be the “Coldest and Toughest Ultra” and is 430 miles. You can learn more here: https://arcticultra.de/home/

Here is some insight that Dr. Reinbolt shared during his previous races regarding the ultramarathons he ran in the extreme heat of Death Valley. He shared what has inspired him to support people with Down syndrome over the years:
“The challenges I will experience in this grueling 135 mile foot race in Death Valley, CA, where temperatures exceed 120 degrees, are nothing compared to some of the challenges that many people with Down syndrome may endure throughout their lifetime.

I learned of DS Action through Adam Hank, a former classmate of my daughter’s, who has Down syndrome. I want to help him, his many friends and all others with Down syndrome as much as possible. Adam and other individuals with Down syndrome give so much to others… Now it’s time for us to give BACK to them.
Since 2018, I have received much support from many families in the Down syndrome community. I will continue to keep them with me in spirit, as I train and compete in this grueling event. Please support us!!
Your generous donations will support DS Action’s current and future goals to provide necessary medical attention and education to people with Down syndrome in our community.
Many thanks! – Russ
About the charity I selected:
DS Action is a grassroots 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, who is celebrating 15 years of serving individuals and families within the Down syndrome community. DS Action established the Down Syndrome Center at Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego in January 2008. This was the 1st medical center serving people with Down syndrome in Southern California. Over the past 14 years, DS Action and the Center have provided care for over 1900 patient visits. In 2017, the Down Syndrome Center expanded the ages of the children they see to adolescents. DS Action’s future goals are to provide medical support to people with Down syndrome throughout their lifetime and to offer educational and community building opportunities to them and their families.”

Down Syndrome Awareness Night at Petco Park
2022-09-20 18:40 - 21:30 | Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Join Us on Tuesday, September 20th – Padres vs. Cardnials at 6:40pm
The San Diego Padres, in community partnership with Machado Foundation, the Pujols Family Foundation, DS Action, Gigi’s Playhouse San Diego, and the Down Syndrome Association of San Diego, invite you to join us for Down Syndrome Awareness Night on September 20, 2022.
Your Theme Game package includes a limited-edition themed backpack and a ticket to the Cardinals vs. Padres game. Individuals with Down syndrome who purchase tickets in the pack will be entered into a drawing for them and one guest to watch batting practice on the field and meet Manny Machado and Albert Pujols.

Project Moonlight - Surf and Beach Community Building Event
2022-08-05 09:45 - 13:00
Community Building Event on Friday, August 5th

18th Street Beach in Del Mar, CA

Project Moonlight is hosting a new outreach event, Wave Warriors! This event will focus on providing a fun beach day experience for people with Down syndrome by surfers, lifeguards and first responders.

Limited availability – Must Register at
https://www.projectmoonlight.org/wave-warriors

The event includes:

Beach clean up

Surf lessons for the kids with lifeguards and surfers

Fun lifesaving and CPR lecture by Project Moonlight

Games & Prizes (chance to win a surf board)

Free breakfast, lunch and refreshments!

Stay Healthy! Virtual Fitness and Wellness Program with Friends
2022-06-23 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-06-16 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-06-09 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-05-17 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-05-10 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-05-05 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-04-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
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.

DS Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!
About this event
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.
Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts, exercises, and activities for all ages and abilities. We are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things. It’s a great way to meet new friends, stay healthy and feel happier.
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.
All ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com or dsaction@dsaction.com with any questions!
