Community Opportunities The DSAGC does not endorse, recommend or support any particular regime, therapy, activity, camp or treatment. We welcome articles and information from parents, professionals and other interested parties.If you are interested in a community opportunity, please contact the presenting organization directly for additional details. Special Olympics - Young Athletes Program presented by Special Olympics Hamilton County When: Year-round Where: Wednesday (JF Dulles Elementary) | Thursday (The Rockwern Academy) Our young athletes program is for children 2 to 7 years old who have intellectual disabilities. It’s a program designed to get young people moving and interacting with each other. Along with a partner, such as a parent or guardian, children participate in activities that are designed to foster physical, cognitive and social development. Sessions occur throughout the year and are ten weeks long. Learn more The Children's Theatre Sensory-Friendly Performances presented by The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati When: Casper, October 16 | Annie Jr., March 8 | Matilda, April 29 Where: Taft Theatre At The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati, we believe theatre is for everyone. That’s why we are so excited to present the third season of MainStage Sensory-Friendly performances at the Taft Theatre. Learn more Trusts and Stable Accounts presented by Hamilton County Developmental Disability Services When: Monday, October 28 Where: Hamilton County DD Services Kingsley Center Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM What is a STABLE account and how does it work? What is a Special Needs Trust and is it right for your situation? What are Pooled Trusts and what benefits do they offer? How can a STABLE account be used in combination with a trust to plan a secure future? Learn more Common Threads Network presented by Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities When: Monday, November 4 Where: Centre Park of West Chester (5800 Muhlhauser Rd, 45069) Time: 9 AM-12 PM Hear the new Director’s vision for the future of DD services, and budget updates. Learn about Individual Service Plan changes, waiting-list and waiver updates, and how technology is becoming central to a life of independence. Families will hear the ways they can “contribute to the work” and “stay in the loop” to ensure their decisions are fully informed and, based on current information as they plan across the lifespan. We will ensure even you’re deepest concerns are responded to by the right person! Learn more Emergency Preparedness Training presented by The Academy When: Thursday, November 14 Where: LADD - Center for Community Engagement Time: 10 AM - 4 PM Whether it's a fire, weather or violent intruder hazard, the Department of Developmental Disabilities expects agencies to have appropriate response plans and procedures in place. Are you prepared? Training participants will receive a flash drive containing over 60 ‘take and use’ resources. Learn more Norwood Library Family Night presented by Norwood Library When: Last Friday of the Month Where: Norwood Library Time: 6:30 - 8 PM Enjoy an after-hours event to explore the collection and participate in fun activities in a low-stress environment. All ages welcome. No registration required. Learn more Research Study - HELP-DS presented by National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute National Institute of Health Your family may benefit by learning about the importance of SDB in children with DS. Children with Down syndrome ages 3 - 12.9 years who have not had their tonsils and adenoid removed can participate. Learn more Focus Groups-Cincinnati Children's presented by The Thomas Center at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Where: Locations include Thomas Center or Liberty campus The Thomas Center at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital is looking for individuals willing to participate in focus groups as part of a research study. • Family members of children with Down syndrome (2 – 18 years old) • Adults with Down syndrome (18+ years old) who are willing to be a self-advocate • Professionals involved with individuals with Down syndrome (6+ months of experience) Our goal during the focus groups is to discuss behaviors seen in individuals with Down syndrome and to identify which areas are more problematic than others.Each focus group will be no longer than 2 hours. Benefits include: Compensation of $30 and helping improve measurements for DS Also: Snacks and child care provided on site of the focus group! Interested? Contact our study team for potential dates and times: Emily K. Hoffman, MEd – Emily.Hoffman1@cchmc.org or 513.803.3641 Spread the word! Dr. Anna Esbensen, PhD and her team appreciate your help! DD Services Levy - Issue 21 Issue 21, the Hamilton County Developmental Disabilities Services Levy, funds efficient, high quality services that allow people with DD to live, work, learn, and fully participate in their communities. It will be on the ballot for voters this fall. As a renewal levy, Issue 21 won’t increase the amount homeowners currently pay, but it will ensure that these services continue. If you'd like to display a sign in your yard, the DSAGC has 25 signs available for pick-up at our office. Stop by anytime between 10 - 3 PM. |