Buddy Up Pickleball - Spring Session

Starts Sunday, April 7th, 4:30-5:30PM

We are hosting a 6-week session of Buddy Up Pickleball that will begin on Sunday, April 7th. This session is currently full. 

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Self-Advocate Day

Friday, May 10th 

9:00-3:00PM

Friday, May 10th 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 15 participants and will take place at our office.  Lunch is included. RSVP to attend at SA DAY.

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Mom's Club

Saturday, May 18th 

6:00 PM

Join Mom's Club at Poured (1601 E. Debbie Lane, Suite 1105, Mansfield, Texas 76063) at 6:00 PM on Saturday, May 18th. DSPNT will provide appetizers and a glass of wine. Come mingle with fellow moms and enjoy a relaxing night out! RSVP at MOM'S CLUB. 

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SPEAK

Thursday, May 30th

12:00

SPEAK (Sessions Promoting Education, Advocacy, and Knowledge) is a free monthly educational program for parents, community members, educators, and professionals. A Zoom link will be sent out three days before the event. This month, Melissa Peterson will be presenting on aging adults with Down syndrome and the risk for Alzheimer’s Disease. Through this presentation, you will learn about age-related risk factors for adults with Down Syndrome including the risk for Alzheimer’s disease. This presentation will also cover information regarding what is being done in the Down Syndrome space to better understand Alzheimer’s disease and cover ways you can become involved in local research. Register at SPEAK.

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iCan Shine Bike Camp

Week of June 24th 

UT Arlington

Registration for iCan Shine Bike Camp is now open! Participants must be 8 or older and meet minimum requirements to attend. For more information and to register, go to BIKE. Space is limited.

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Step Up for Down Syndrome Family Walk

Saturday, October 12th, 11AM-2PM

EPIC Central, Grand Prairie

Step right up to our "carnival themed" Step up for Down Syndrome Family Walk.  We will return to EPIC Central this year with more games, fun, music, vendors, and more fun than ever!  You can form a team, join a team, make a donation OR sponsor our walk at STEPUP.