Don't miss DSG's annual education conference which will be held on Saturday, January 28th at the Sheraton Crown Center. The goal of the conference is to provide attendees with practical information and tools to help individuals with Down syndrome become successful in inclusive settings in the community and to enhance all attendees knowledge of Down syndrome and available local resources.
Take Flight Conference website
Take Flight registration brochure
Register online here.
Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk was a great Success!
Thank you to all 9,000 attendees who came to Celebrate life with Down syndrome. You have made Kansas City the nations largest grossing walk! We are greatful for each donor, sponsor, vendor, entertainer and volunteer who made this event a success. We are truly humbled by your support and thankful for the opportunity to continue our programs and services without interruption during tough economic times. Funds raised will stay here in Kansas City and be used for the programs and services DSG offers to the 1100+ families, 22 hospitals and 45 school districts DSG supports.
Wondering how much fun the walk is? View over 400 great images from the 2010 Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk to see what you missed.
VIRTUAL BABY SHOWER
DSG is experiencing a baby boom and we need your help! We are asking our supporters to help us celebrate by purchasing items or hosting an item drive for our new parent gift baskets so we can welcome our new little ones in style! View the DSG Baby Shower Wish List if you would like to help support new families. Items can be shipped to the DSG or dropped off in person!
The Down Syndrome Guild of Greater Kansas City is a 501 c 3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide support and resources for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. DSG seeks to provide the entire community with information and education to broaden awareness and foster positive attitudes regarding people with Down syndrome.
DSG invites you to learn more about Down syndrome, our programs and services and to get involved. DSG is an organization that supports self-advocates, families, educators and healthcare professionals. Be sure to review the DSG Brochure our 2010 Annual Report and our most recent Connections Newsletter. Our current e-blast can be viewed here. We also invite you to consider being a volunteer by reviewing our current Volunteer Voice E-blast.
TRI-21 to Create a Better Future for People
With Down Syndrome
DSG invites you to make an annual, semi-annual, quarterly or monthly donation of $21 to help support our vital programs and services for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the professionals who serve them. Click the Tri-21 image to donate. All donations are tax deductible and can be made in honor of a loved one.
KEEP MANAGED CARE IN KANSAS FROM HARMING PERSONS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES!
In November, Governor Brownback unveiled a plan to implement sweeping changes to how Medicaid services are delivered and reimbursed in Kansas. This plan calls for the 'outsourcing' of all Medicaid funds in Kansas - nearly $3 billion dollars - to out-of-state, for-profit insurance companies.
With this proposal long-term care services for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities -- the HCBS waiver -- will be under the control of these insurance companies. While these companies may have experience in managing medical services, they have little or no knowledge or experience regarding long-term care services for those with significant developmental disabilities.
Most states across the country have excluded, or 'carved out', long-term care services for persons with developmental disabilities from their managed care models. Only four states have 'carved in' DD long-term care services. None of the DD service systems in those states are comparable to Kansas.
If this proposal concerns you, send an email with formatted talking points to the Governor today!
DSG Book Bundles Are STILL available!
Every October DSG creates a Down Syndrome Awareness Month Book Bundle to promote accurate and up to date information about Down syndrome in the greater KC Metro area. DSG purchases books in bulk quantities and bundles them to resell to members at a severly reduced rate. Members can keep the books for personal use or donate them to a library, school or hospital.
View and print the 2011 Book Bundle Flier order form or purchase a bundle online today to help DSG spread awareness.
DSG 2011-2012 Seminar series for parents and professionals
DSG is committed to providing parents and educators the best tools and resources to support students with Down syndrome. We offer several FREE seminars throughout the school year which highlight best practices and available resources. Share this informational flier with anyone who would benefit from attending a DSG seminar. We welcome your feedback on additional training topics or needs.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Smart Start Pre-K Sess
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STARS Exploring Employ
Jan 11
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Down Syndrome 101 for
Jan 12
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SAGA Meeting
Jan 12
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STARS Yoga
Jan 18
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St. Joseph FRIENDS
Jan 19
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DADS @ Sadlers Indoor
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Dotte Friends Bowling
Jan 21
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Eastland Friends Waldo
Jan 24
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STARS Health Relations
Jan 25
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Northland Buddies Game
Jan 28
Down Syndrome Guild of Greater Kansas City
10200 W. 75th Street, Suite 281
Shawnee Mission, KS 66204
913-384-4848 Phone
913-384-4949 Fax
info@kcdsg.org
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