Down Syndrome Innovations

It’s #WorldDownSyndromeDay — and one of our FAVORITE days of the year!! 💙💛🎉 Don’t forget to sign up to celebrate with your community this weekend: kcdsi.org/our-events/ ✅ We can’t wait to ELEVATE AND CELEBRATE your loved ones with #DownSyndrome 🙌

Dream jobs, real impact. ❤️ 🏈 So proud of our hard working self-advocates featured by @KSHB41! Thank you @Chiefs for being an incredible partner! Go Watch! --> bit.ly/4rK8X1w #ChiefsKingdom #DSI #DreamJob

The Board of Directors of Down Syndrome Innovations is pleased to announce the hiring of Jennifer L. Dreiling as Chief Executive Officer. Read more here: kcdsi.org/new-ceo/ #MissionDriven #LifespanPartnerForPeopleWithDownSyndrome #ChangingLives

April is #NationalAutismAcceptanceMonth and the National Institute of Health estimates that 16% of people with #DownSyndrome have a dual-diagnosis with #AutismSpectrumDisorder If you suspect your loved one may have autism, join our Virtual Caregiver Group: kcdsi.org/event/ds-asd/

In recognition of #WorldAutismAwarenessDay on April 2nd, we want to invite you to our upcoming Caregiver Education Seminar that includes information about people with #DownSyndrome who have a dual-diagnosis with #Autism To learn more and register, visit kcdsi.org/event/ds-panel/

WHAT AN INCREDIBLE #WorldDownSyndromeDay 🎉 We had a blast with our community partners celebrating your loved ones with #DownSyndrome 💙💛 THANK your to our sponsors who made it possible for us to host these events for FREE! #GenerosityChangesLives

For our #ThankfulThursday we want to thank @KBPFoods for hosting their Charity Coupon Book Drive in support of our mission! Stop by any KFC in the #KansasCity metro to purchase a coupon book (now - 4/30), then enjoy your delicious meal knowing you are helping us change lives!

Every year, Special Olympics Kansas, KU Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, & Johnson County Community College join together to celebrate our community in a fun and healthy way at 321 Fit in honor of #WorldDownSyndromeDay! 💙💛 Be sure to register here: kcdsi.org/event/321fit/

Join us for a seminar focused on women’s health and hygiene, facilitated by our occupational therapist, Morgan Hodges. Register here: kcdsi.org/event/hyg/ ✅ Participants will learn practical strategies for promoting skills to manage personal health and hygiene for all ages.

It's time to CELEBRATE!!! 💙💛🎉 #WorldDownSyndromeDay 3/21 is fast approaching, so be sure to register for the event/s that work best for your family: kcdsi.org/our-events/ We can't wait to elevate & celebrate your loved ones with #DownSyndrome 🎉 #TogetherWeMakeAnImpact

Ryan Hooten, a 52-year-old with #DownSyndrome is experiencing life in a whole new way! After receiving our Speech Therapy services, Ryan is thriving with the use of his AAC. Here is his story in our latest #MissionMoment 💙💛 #ChangingLives #MissionDriven youtu.be/Ms-02d8lcGI

Here's our #FridayFavorite to end your week with a smile! We recently hosted our inaugural Cash Cup Challenge with several community partners! Thank you to everyone who helped us raise $7,500 in support of our mission and the families we serve! #TogetherWeMakeAnImpact 💙💛

Spring services START TODAY❗️ Check out your age-level newsletter & sign up ASAP: --> Prenatal-2 yrs: bit.ly/3Ee1raU --> 2-6 yrs: bit.ly/4hwZip5 --> 6-12 yrs: bit.ly/3E9gvGX --> 12-18 yrs: bit.ly/4jvzgo2 --> 18 & older: bit.ly/4h7Wm2o

Starting the new year off with GREAT news! We’re honored to be named a 2025 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards grant recipient! Thank you @ChickfilA Lenexa and Drew Severns for the nomination! This $50,000 in funding will help us make an even broader impact on our community!

Happy #2025 ❗🎉🌟

Happy holidays! ❄️ It has been our honor and joy to serve your families this year! 💙💛 Please note: to ensure our Team has time to spend with their families and return rested, recharged, and ready to serve in 2025... OUR OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED FROM 12/24 - 1/1/25!

TODAY IS THE DAY! On this #GivingTuesday please consider joining us in changing the lives of the families we serve! Donate here: kcdsi.org/change-lives/ and encourage others to be a part of this day of #RadicalGenerosity 💙💛 Because, #TogetherWeMakeAnImpact ❤️

Don’t forget to RSVP for one of our Holiday Parties THIS WEEK in KC or Central MO! Connect with other families and make memories for years to come! RSVP for these FREE/Donor-Funded events here: kcdsi.org/our-events/

Happy Thanksgiving! To the families we serve: it is truly our honor to walk alongside you on this journey. To all those who have supported our mission: thank you is not enough for how you have helped us grow to serve more people than ever before! 💙💛 #TogetherWeMakeAnImpact