Parents, Advocates and DSI Self Advocates please consider joining the DSI Speakers Bureau. Nervous? We’ll provide training! On Tuesday, June 15th beginning at 6:30PM, DSI will host an in-person introductory meeting to tell you about this new opportunity. Additional trainings…
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Get to Know: Ehnay Bee, DSI Intern
I love volunteering because of meeting new people and developing lasting Relationships, learn new skills and increase my brain function and self-esteem, and make a difference. Volunteering is a great act of kindness. It involves caring, loving, and sharing of…
NEW COVID-19 & Down Syndrome Resource
In December 2020, the CDC officially categorized people with Down syndrome as “high risk” for COVID-19, meaning that they have a higher likelihood of having more severe symptoms and sadly death. A few studies on COVID-19 underscore the risk to…
Get to Know: Taylor Heaton, DSI Intern
How long have you been volunteering at DSI? This will be my first year volunteering at DSI! What do you love about volunteering? I love the sense of community and helping people. I grew up in a very small town…
2021 Program Guide Available
Down Syndrome Indiana has a wide variety of programs for you and your loved ones. To view a complete listing of our programs, download this year’s program guide by clicking on the link below. 2021_Program Guide w social media
Let’s talk about school starting…
Most of our districts have started to share their plans for reopening this fall and many parents of students who receive Special Education Services are starting to worry. You may be worrying about things like: My child can't/won't wear a…
Get to Know: Chelsea Agbayani
Down Syndrome Indiana would like to take a moment to recognize and thank Chelsea Agbayani for her service to Down Syndrome Indiana. She is currently serving as the Summer Intern and we are so pleased to have her with us!…
We are Here for You
On behalf of Down Syndrome Indiana staff, board of directors and community group leaders. We want to thank you for your continued support during this time. We want you to know that we are working on ways to come back…
Preparing for a COVID Emergency
As the pandemic has worsened, a number of adults with disabilities and their families have been concerned that 1) health care providers could deny treatment such as ventilators to people with significant disabilities and medical histories, and 2) concerned that…
Get to Know: Brenda Copass-Israels
How long have you been volunteering at DSI? 6 years What do you love about volunteering? I love volunteering for DSI because I love the individuals I serve. Through this organization I have made many new friends, gained a…