DSAV News
2019 DSAV ANNUAL REPORT
DSAV's programs, services and accomplishments! Hard copies will be available at the Christmas party. Please share them with potential sponsors.
Purchase your crazy socks for World Down Syndrome Day!
DSAV has partnered with Palsocks to bring you these fun adorable, unique socks. DSAV will receive $5 for each pair of socks that is purchased and $10 for each set of socks.
Orders are shipped directly to your home!
DSAV YOGA
Tuesdays 5:30pm – 6:15pm
Feb. 11, 18 & 25
March 3 & 10
DSAV Center for Success
Lecture: Everything You Wanted to Know about Guardianship but Were Afraid to Ask
Monday, March 2
6 p.m.
DSAV Center for Success
945 Boardman Canfield Road, Suite 12
Join us as we welcome the Honorable Judge Robert N. Rusu, Jr., who presides over the Mahoning County Probate Court.
Judge Rusu will present the latest information, trends and policies on guardianship and how it affects person with Down syndrome and their families. He will explain his court's role in guardianship issues and detail procedures to follow. Time will be allotted for questions and answers.
2020 DSAV ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP
Application deadline: March 2, 2020
High school seniors and college students pursuing post-secondary studies in fields of education or healthcare that will directly benefit persons with Down syndrome are invited to apply for DSAV’s 2020 Academic Scholarships. Previous recipients are not eligible to apply. Download application. Completed applications are due March 2 and may be submitted via office@dsav.org.
7th Annual iCAN Shine Bike Camp
June 15-19, 2020
Boardman Glenwood Middle School
Boardman, OH
DSAV Members: $50
Non DSAV Members: $75
iCAN Shine is a nationally recognized and highly successful camp that uses adaptive bicycles, a specialized instructional program and trained staff to enable individuals with a disability to learn to ride a conventional bike. Participants attend one 75 minute session/day for 5 consecutive days. The bike camp is open to all individuals with a disability that meet the camp requirements.
World Down Syndrome Day
Dance Party
Saturday, March 21, 2020 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
St. Mary’s Assumption Social Center
DSAV members and their families are invited to a dance and pizza party to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day.
Wear your crazy socks! DJ Richie D will be playing all of your favorite tunes! Families asked to bring 1 dozen cookies to share.
RSVP Required
2020 DSAV CALENDARS NOW AVAILABLE!
Order your 2020 DSAV calendars now! $15 each. Pick up at the annual Christmas party or we will make other arrangements for delivery.
AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT WITH AARIS THERAPY
Socialization & Communication
February 13 & 27
DSAV Center for Success
5:15–6 p.m. ages 3–5
6:15–7 p.m. grades K–6th grade
Aaris Therapy is the premier provider of integrated therapy services for children and adolescents. This is an excellent opportunity for your child to work with master-level therapists to improve social skills and effective communication. Space is very limited and registration is required.
TODDLER TIME – AGES 0–5
Saturdays at 10 a.m.
February 8 and 22
DSAV Center for Success
Toddlers ages 0–5 and their parents are invited to the DSAV Center for Success for a 40 minute play time that includes music, stories, play time and activities geared to our youngest DSAV members.
DSAV Swims
February 6, 13, 20 & 27
Level 1: 6:00–6:30pm – waitlist only
Level 2: 6:30–7:15pm
Jewish Community Center
All Abilities Swim, Coach Caroline Ritenour will work with your child on basic water safety and swim strokes. Registration is required.
COOKING AND NUTRITION
Wednesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
February 5 and 19
March 4 and 18
Mahoning County Career and Technical Center
7300 N. Palmyra Road, Canfield
This six week course at the MCCTC Adult Career Center is created for DSAV members who are 15 years old or older. The goal of the program, taught by a professional chef and an assistant, is to teach participants how to create healthy snack and food options, utilize the kitchen safely, discover the benefits of good nutrition and learn basic kitchen and cooking skills. Parents or guardians must remain in a waiting area on the MCCTC property during the course. Participants must disclose food allergies and sign a waiver to participate. Limited space available. Participants must commit to attending all six classes.
BUDDY UP TENNIS
Avalon Athletic Center, Boardman
Saturdays 10–11:30 a.m.
February 8, 22 & 29
March 7, 14 & 28
April 4 & 25
May 2
Download program flyer.
Email freezehub@hotmail.com to register
DESIGNER PURSE BINGO - SOLD OUT
Fri., March 27, 2020
St. Mary’s Assumption Social Hall
Doors open at 6 p.m. Bingo begins at 7:15 p.m.
Doors open at 6:00pm. Light refreshments will be available for sale or you are welcome to bring your own snacks and beverages. 12 games of BINGO, basket raffle, door prizes, and the grand prize designer purse bundle are some of the activities for the evening!
