
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 Program – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRVF-xXmHv8
DSI New Parent Resources – https://youtu.be/G_AHUhoof5Y
The Importance of High Expectations for Children with Disabilities – https://youtu.be/6fvu6H0NtlY
What Siblings Want You To Know About Down Syndrome – https://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 Development – https://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