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…
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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…
World Down Syndrome Day E-Learning Presentation
We decided to make a YouTube video about World Down Syndrome Day to share with classmates during this e-learning time. You are welcome to send the video to your child's teacher for them to share on Friday. Disclaimers: 1. We…
The Importance of Inclusive Education
We’ve all heard educator talking about “the gap”. The gap is real. There is a gap between our kids and their typically developing peers. And as our kids get older, that gap widens. Once I had a teacher tell me that my kiddo…
Donate a Onesie for a Lucky Mama!
During the month of March, you can donate $10 to the Lucky Mama Project and provide this awesome onesie for a new family! The onesie will be included in our Lucky Mama Welcome Bag! To learn more about the…
2 or 3 Waiver Options?
The Indiana Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services, also known as DDRS is working on re-designing its Family Supports Waiver and its Community Integration and Habilitation Waiver. They want to hear from YOU! At any time, you can send…
What should be the Goals of Waiver Redesign?
The Indiana Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services, also known as DDRS is working on re-designing its Family Supports Waiver and its Community Integration and Habilitation Waiver. They want to hear from YOU! At any time, you can send your…
What Kinds of Support would you like to see in the Delivery of Case Management Services?
The Indiana Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services, also known as DDRS is working on re-designing its Family Supports Waiver and its Community Integration and Habilitation Waiver. They want to hear from YOU! At any time, you can send your…
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Round Up for Down Syndrome at Penn Station!
The first three weeks of March (March 1 - 21), all Penn Station locations will host a Round Up for Down Syndrome campaign. Customers will be able to round up their purchase to donate to Down Syndrome Indiana! With a $2…
On Behalf of our Friends at INSILC
PLEASE TAKE ACTION & SHARE THIS ALERT WITH YOUR NETWORK! SB 312 – Parents with Disabilities has been sent to the House Family, Children, and Human Affairs Committee BUT Representative DeVon (Committee Chair) needs to hear from the disability community…