Upcoming Events
​​Teen/Adult Back to School Bash
Friday, August 22nd
5:15-8:00PM
Join us for our Teen/Adult Back-to-School Bash at Altitude Trampoline Park – Cityview (4728 Bryant Irvin Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76132) from 5:15–8:00 PM! We’ll kick things off with dinner, then enjoy a fun evening of games and jumping at Altitude. This event is for individuals ages 13 and up. Please register at JUMP.
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Mom's Club
Saturday, August 23rd
9:00-11:00AM
Join us for Mom’s Club on Saturday, August 23rd from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at Nanda Yoga (2408 Montgomery St, Fort Worth, TX 76107). We'll start the morning with a relaxing restorative yoga class, followed by a brief and encouraging presentation from Rachel Hudler on self-care and nutrition tips. It’s a great opportunity to recharge, connect with other moms, and take a little time just for you. We hope to see you there! Please register at Mom's Club.
5:30-6:30PM via Zoom
Join us for book club! We will meet every Tuesday on Zoom from 5:30-6:30 PM starting on Tuesday, August 26th. We will be reading "Beezus and Ramona." Individuals will participate in discussion groups, vocabulary activities, and oral reading practice. The reading level is approximately 3rd-5th grade. The book will be provided for participants. Space is limited to 10 participants and participants must be 18 or older. Registration is closed. Please email whitney@dspnt.org with any questions.
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SPEAK
Thursday, August 28th
12:00-1:00PM via Zoom
This month, Dr. Lina Patel will present on managing behaviors in individuals with Down syndrome, exploring the neurodevelopmental differences that contribute to a higher likelihood of behavioral challenges. Participants will learn proactive strategies designed to reduce problematic behaviors while promoting the positive behaviors we want to see more often. By shifting the focus to prevention and thoughtful intervention, this session will encourage parents and professionals to think more critically about behavior and provide tools for assessing it in a more objective and constructive way. Please register at SPEAK.
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Self-Advocate Day- Registration Opens Monday, August 25th at 9:00AM
Friday, September 12th
9:00-3:00PM
Friday, September 12th from 9AM-3PM, we are hosting our Self-Advocate Day for individuals aged 18 and older with Down syndrome. The day will include programs that support building educational, social, health and wellness, and independent living skills. Space is limited to 12 participants and will take place at our office. Lunch is included. Registration Opens Monday, August 25th at 9:00AM
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Teen/Adult Cooking Class and Crafts
Friday, September 19th
5:30-8:30PM
Join us for a cooking class and craft night at Uplift Ascend (3301 Turf Paradise Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76140) from 5:30–8:30 PM. We’ll cook together and enjoy dinner, then wrap up the evening with some fun crafts. This event is for individuals ages 13 and up. Please register at Cooking Class and Crafts.
SPEAK
Thursday, September 25th
12:00-1:00PM via Zoom
This month, Amy Fuchs will present on BridgingApps. BridgingApps is a program of Easter Seals Greater Houston that provides resources, education, and information on apps and mobile devices to help people with disabilities target, improve skills, and reach their highest levels of physical, social, and cognitive development. This presentation will include how to find apps that are beneficial for all ages and abilities in our app database, as well as an overview TexasYouth2Adult.org, an easy to use platform designed to help empower families to successfully make the transition into adulthood. Please register at SPEAK.
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