DS Action

World Down Syndrome Celebration 2022 - San Diego
2022-03-20 | Nobel Athletic Fields and Recreation Center, 8810 Judicial Drive, San Diego, CA, 92122, United States
You don’t want to miss this event, as we bring our community together to raise awareness for people with Down syndrome with a Picnic in the Park. Join the Down Syndrome Association of San Diego, DS Action, and Gigi’s Playhouse – San Diego on Sunday, March 20th to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day 2022 in San Diego.
We are excited to enjoy some long-awaited, “in-person” FUN! It’s a B.Y.O.P. – Bring Your Own Picnic. Please bring chairs, blankets, shade cover, sunscreen and your favorite picnic food & beverage items. We will provide the FUN and ENTERTAINMENT. Enjoy music, activities, dancing, see familiar faces and meet new friends.
Please be sure to register for this FREE event by March 19th. Thank you for your cooperation.
Check-in between 1 pm – 4 pm at the registration area, before setting up your family/group’s picnic area. We have reserved a large space at Nobel Athletic Fields and Recreation Center in University City (Nobel and the 805) at the field nearest the playground and basketball court.
Looking forward to seeing everyone’s smiling faces on Sunday, March 20th from 1 pm – 4 pm.

Stay Healthy! Virtual Fitness and Wellness Program with Friends
2022-03-15 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-03-08 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-03-01 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-02-22 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-02-15 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-02-08 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
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.

Parent Chat - Down Syndrome Support Group
2022-03-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-02-26 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-02-12 10:00 - 11:00 | 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.

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!

Virtual Fitness with Friends
2022-01-18 16:00 - 17:00 | CA

Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
2022-01-15 10:00 - 11:00 | CA

2nd Annual New Years Eve Celebration - Virtual Event
2021-12-31 17:30 - 19:00 | CA
BACK AGAIN THIS YEAR, BY POPULAR DEMAND

Join 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.
The party will kick off at 5:30pm PST, with a variety of interactive fun, much laughter, games, prizes and special guests.
Attend 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.
There will be a prize for each of the following categories:

Best dressed for New Year’s Eve
Most festive, decorated background (this cannot be a digital background)

You won’t want to miss this! Invite your friends.
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
https://give.classy.org/dsactionNYE2021

WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT
DS 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.

Virtual Fitness with Friends
2021-12-28 16:00 - 17:00 | CA
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.

Virtual Fitness with Friends
2021-12-21 16:00 - 17:00 | CA
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.

Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
2021-12-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-12-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-11-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-11-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-10-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-10-06 16:00 - 17:00 | CA
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!

Virtual Fitness with Friends
2021-12-07 16:00 - 17:00 | CA
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.

Virtual Fitness with Friends
2021-12-02 16:00 - 17:00 | CA
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.

Virtual Fitness with Friends
2021-11-23 16:00 - 17:00 | CA
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.

Trick or Treat with Friends
2021-10-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Point Loma Nazarene University, 3900 Lomaland Drive, San Diego, CA, 92106, United States
HAPPY FALL!
We 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.
REGISTER NOW: https://give.classy.org/TrickorTreat2021
This 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
Details:

Please get into the Halloween Spirt – Wear a costume
Trick or Treat at various classroom locations
Arts & Crafts
Fun with Friends

COVID-19 Safety Protocols, especially for our friends who are at a higher risk:

Limited Attendance – You must register to attend this event
Small groups with pre-registered time slots
Must wear a mask
Please 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

Thank you to our friends at Point Loma Nazarene University! We appreciate all the fun opportunities you provide for our families.
REGISTER NOW: https://give.classy.org/TrickorTreat2021

Down Syndrome Support for Parents and Caregivers
2021-09-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-09-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-08-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-08-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-07-24 10:00 - 11:00 | CA
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!
