Webinars

Down Syndrome Indiana has recorded a series of webinars with local experts to answer your questions on many topics important to children and adults with Down syndrome.

Aging & Down syndrome

Down Syndrome and Aging by Dr. Elizabeth Head – https://youtu.be/F2KCLuLFF0c

Awareness

Making an Awareness Presentation by Stephanie Garner – https://youtu.be/HFLGSFoOLhI

World Down Syndrome Day Student Presentation by Stephanie and Lily Garner –  https://youtu.be/i_sPQGuSxBo

Behavior Management

ABA – Not just for Autism!: Practical use of ABA for Individuals with Down Syndrome by Amanda Borosh – https://youtu.be/r9GHXbwqKcw

Common Classroom Behaviors and Helpful Supports by Alysia Fuhrmann – https://youtu.be/3txgGizKnuk

Behavior Management/Basics of ABA by Alysia Fuhrmann, BCBA – https://youtu.be/i7TvFg76yFM  (Spanish Version: https://youtu.be/yD05nLe5bfs)

Stress Management and How to Uncover the ‘Meaning’ That Fuels Behavioral Challenges by Mary Ciccarelli, MD – https://youtu.be/7ROGzs7oM0s (Spanish Version – https://youtu.be/be6OI3PPSsw)

Care Giver Supports

Supporting Caregivers by Megan Peck, MEd, MSW, LCSW – https://youtu.be/xw5RXYreYtQ (Spanish Version – https://youtu.be/qFpDSBdhbqg)

Education

Culture of Down Syndrome by Carla Butorac – https://youtu.be/r6rsrly4k0M

Erskine Green Training Institute by Fenway Park – https://youtu.be/9KLIhKUiLlc

The Importance of High Expectations for Families of Children with Disabilities: What Does the Research Say and What Should We Do? by Katie Herron – https://youtu.be/iCrP3SdTYbM 

Skill Building Across the Lifespan by Jade Presnell – https://youtu.be/cd2aFq6cBfU 

What is a Special Education Parent Advisory Committee (SEPAC)?https://youtu.be/u2j8mM_eHQU

Financial

9 Basic Financial Steps – Assessing Current Financial Status, Government Benefits by Gordon Homes – https://youtu.be/hvo8nX__KzY

ABLE Accounts & Guardianship by Gordon Homes – https://youtu.be/MSlwtUOwDxs

ABLE – Achieving a Better Life Experience Account Advantages & Disadvantages by Gordon Homes – https://youtu.be/ZtovqyjrVPM

Financial Wellness by Gordon Homes – https://youtu.be/oYLUrbQomVI

Government Benefits Workshop by Gordon Homes – https://youtu.be/FMKK1ODGA8k

How to Plan for Future Independence by Phil Clark – https://youtu.be/uBFRIZTs0K4

Special Needs Trusts – First vs Third Party, Pooled & Miller Trusts by Gordon Home – https://youtu.be/66m9lWSrhao

The Basics of Special Needs Trusts by Sarah Geis – https://youtu.be/BXYkIxelS30

Top Financial Mistakes to Avoid for Dependents with Special Needs by Gordon Homes – https://youtu.be/XXR_mFffRJ4

General Resources

Moving to Indiana by Jennifer Akers – https://youtu.be/H-kdJKy91QU

Medicaid Waivers and Life Course Framework by Karly Sciortino-Poulter – https://youtu.be/dipceuhfEjw

Guardianship / Future Planning

What to Know About Supported Decision Making and Other Options for Adulthood by Melissa Keyes – https://youtu.be/g8ve7iRSlxE

What to Know About Supported Decision Making and Other Options by Melissa Keyes –  https://youtu.be/7VQqvBl0Uco 

Setting the Stage for the Future by Heather Dane – https://youtu.be/G5bdozQRmbg

Restoring Dignity and Self-Determination by Charting the Life Course by Karly Sciortino-Poulter – https://youtu.be/KnD48Dl3bNQ

Medical and Medical Outreach

Improving Knowledge about Dental Care Needs for People with Down syndromer by Sophia Twaddell – https://youtu.be/nEkgNT-64mU

Medical Outreach Webinar by DSI – https://youtu.be/xLOL4hvC-kk

Mental Health

Depression & Down Syndrome: How Families Can Help by Lani Jones, PsyD – https://youtu.be/TnqykZm16aQ (Spanish Version – https://youtu.be/J4LDCbVnqF0)

Trouble with Transitions: When Mood and Anxiety Symptoms Get in the Way by Dr. Cassie Karlsson – https://youtu.be/pAKhYjyHC8g

New Parent Series

Central Indiana’s First Steps Program https://youtu.be/PburnesM33E

Choosing an Inclusive Childcare Programhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRVF-xXmHv8

DSI New Parent Resourceshttps://youtu.be/G_AHUhoof5Y

The Importance of High Expectations for Children with Disabilitieshttps://youtu.be/6fvu6H0NtlY

What Siblings Want You To Know About Down Syndromehttps://youtu.be/955LsEXyicQ

Down Syndrome Healthcare Guidance New and Improved by Dr Celanie Christensen – https://youtu.be/le-TRq9F8fM

Policy

How a Bill Becomes a Law https://youtu.be/6wPAVFR8uWo

Research

What’s Happening in the Research World of Down Syndrome? by Dr. Stephanie Sherman- https://youtu.be/GFDsS_C_xTM

Treatment in Trisomy 21: A Scientist’s Perspective by Dr. Randall Roper – https://youtu.be/jd_uv9w8sOQ

Aging in People with Down Syndrome by Dr. Elizabeth Head – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdGI-avK4FA

Research: Why Should I Get Involved? by Lisa Kaeser – https://youtu.be/EjqV6C16g-o

Potential of Video Games for Learning & Memory by Kelsey Prena, Ph.D., – https://youtu.be/8d3WmfibWBc

Characterizing Development in Down Syndrome: From Infancy Through Adolescence by Drs. Marie Channell & Laura Hahn – https://youtu.be/nnDNNudp0FE

The Benefit of Orthoses for Young Children with Down Syndrome by Dr. Kathy Martin, PT, DHSc, – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPLAHSBv9os

Live Laugh Dance – Connecting Mind, Body and Soul by Dr. Rachel Swinford, PhD – https://youtu.be/pTr6DC3BeBg

Sexuality

Puberty and Sexual Developmenthttps://youtu.be/-k8R1Ga1BgM

Technology

Accessibility Features on Devices by Janna Carney Moran – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAU8mevi2-g&feature=youtu.be

Assistive Technology Webinar by Josh Anderson – https://youtu.be/H4zX4qv3_Lc

Therapy

Physical Therapy, When is it Needed? by Kathy Martin – https://youtu.be/ps6mgJnFrHA

OT Throughout Life by Taylor McGann, OTR/L, MS, OTD – https://youtu.be/AAIuEJdrcf0