Health & Wellness

DSC2U

We see DSC2U as a way for families to get up-to-date, personalized health and wellness information for their loved one with Down syndrome. When caregivers access DSC2U online, they will be asked to identify current symptoms in their loved one with Down syndrome along with any past medical or behavioral diagnoses and any recent blood work or diagnostic testing. DSC2U also contains optional sets of questions about nutrition, education, therapies, life skills, and community resources. After the caregiver submits the questionnaire, their responses will be analyzed by a computer, based on state-of-the-art guidelines designed by national Down syndrome experts.  Interested participants should email CODE and we can send you a coupon code for the program.  There are a limited number of coupon codes available and they will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Get Moving Club!
MAY DATES: 8th & 22nd at 1AM
Willow Creek Park, Saginaw
101 S. Knowles
The Get Moving Club meets every other Saturday to walk/run towards a healthier lifestyle.  The club meets at Willow Creek Park in Saginaw, but satellite groups can meet at any location and we will track our progress.  We will also be competing to log the most miles against other Ds organizations across the US.  This club is open to all ages, but you must RSVP to attend at MOVING.
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iCan Shine Bike Camp
Monday, June 20th-Friday, June 25th
William McDonald YMCA, Fort Worth
There are six, 75 minute sessions held each day and minimum requirements include:

  • Be at least 8 years old at start of camp (7 ½ - 8 year olds can be wait-listed and offered a spot only if spots remain open within 7 days of start of camp)

  • Have a disability (ADHD and/or undiagnosed anxiety or motor planning impairments included – no ‘formal’ diagnosis required)

  • Walk without an assistive device (e.g. walker, crutches)

  • Be able to side step to both sides (to ensure bike and rider will not fall over when stopping)

  • Be willing and able to wear a properly fitted bike helmet

  • Be able to attend all five (5) days of camp

  • Have a minimum inseam of at least 20” (measured from floor to seat height while rider is wearing sneakers)

  • Not exceed the weight maximum of 220 lbs (this is a strictly enforced safety and liability concern)

Priority will be given to individuals with Down syndrome and space is limited.  You can register and find out more information at BIKE.
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iCan Swim Camp
July 26-30
Downtown Fort Worth YMCA

9am-9:45 (3-7 year olds)

10:15- 11am (3-7 year olds)

11:30 -1230 (8-12 year olds)

1:45-2:45 (8-12 year olds)

3:15-4:15 (13 and older)

Cost is $100

  • Minimum age - 3 years old

  • Have a diagnosed disability

  • Without a tracheostomy

  • If G-tube stoma older than 2 months

You must register to attend at SWIM.  If you have questions, please email heather@dspnt.org.