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Updated Healthcare Guidelines for Children with Down Syndrome

Published online today July 25 from the American Academy of Pediatrics is the latest healthcare guidelines for children with Down syndrome available here.

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• Upcoming Events

  • February 23, 2012
    • KindermusikKindermusik
      
      Time: 9:30 am
      
      Kindermusik classes with Miss Tamela! This class runs for 14 weeks and is offered 9:30am-10:30am & 4pm-5pm. Contact Miss Tamela at 407-833-2729 to register. at 9:30 am
  • February 24, 2012
    • FL Down Syndrome ConferenceFL Down Syndrome Conference
      
      You can now register online for the Florida Down Syndrome Conference: Learning wtih Families, Advocates & Professionals that will be held in Orlando on Feb. 24-25. Featured speakers include Dr. Brian Skotko, Lauren Potter, Dan Habib and many more experts from around the state and country. If you prefer to pay by check, you may do so and registration packets will be mailed to all DSACF families this week. Visit http://education.ucf.edu/form/DSACF_reg.cfm to take advantage of Early Bird registration today! all day
    • GLEE Pep Rally hosted by BeckyGLEE Pep Rally hosted by Becky
      
      Time: 8:30 pm
      
      Don't miss this great VIP event with Becky from FOX TV's Emmy-award-winning series, Glee! The Pep Rally will include a private reception & Pep Rally with Becky (Lauren Potter), personal meet-n-greet with photo with Lauren, and a Glee swag gift bag including an autographed photo. This is a limited attendance event in a private venue. The cost is only $100 per person! Register before Wednesday, February 22, 2012! at 8:30 pm
  • February 25, 2012
    • FL Down Syndrome ConferenceFL Down Syndrome Conference
      
      You can now register online for the Florida Down Syndrome Conference: Learning wtih Families, Advocates & Professionals that will be held in Orlando on Feb. 24-25. Featured speakers include Dr. Brian Skotko, Lauren Potter, Dan Habib and many more experts from around the state and country. If you prefer to pay by check, you may do so and registration packets will be mailed to all DSACF families this week. Visit http://education.ucf.edu/form/DSACF_reg.cfm to take advantage of Early Bird registration today! all day
  • February 28, 2012
    • Signing Times ClassSigning Times Class
      
      Time: 10:00 am
      
      This 6-week playgroup for parent and child will be led by speech-language pathologist Kimberly Fries on Tuesday mornings, 10-11am, Jan. 17-Feb. 21. Come join the fun and learn to use American Sign Language during play and daily routines to enrich your child's communication. Ideal for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. $50 for DSACF members, $75 for non-members. Drop-in rates are available. at 10:00 am
  • February 29, 2012
    • Tai Chi FREE IntroductoryClassTai Chi FREE IntroductoryClass
      
      Time: 6:00 pm
      
      Come to a free introductory lesson on Tai Chi. This free lesson will help you learn what Tai Chi is and its health benefits. Our instructor, Bobby Sullivan, will teach everyone the basics and be available to answer any questions. Make sure to wear comfortable clothing! There will also be a six week course starting the following Wednesday on March 7th at 6:00 pm. The cost is only $25. This includes six weeks of small group and individual instruction. Please plan on joining us by signing up at the introductory lesson. Parents are welcome to register as well. Please contact Tim or Julie Hagan at tim.hagan@gmail.com if you have any questions. at 6:00 pm
  • March 1, 2012
    • KindermusikKindermusik
      
      Time: 9:30 am
      
      Kindermusik classes with Miss Tamela! This class runs for 14 weeks and is offered 9:30am-10:30am & 4pm-5pm. Contact Miss Tamela at 407-833-2729 to register. at 9:30 am
  • March 2, 2012
    • End the R WordEnd the R Word
      
      Time: 12:00 am
      
      This Wednesday, 3.2.11 is the third annual Spread the Word to End the Word Day. On this important day, youth throughout the United States and the world will facilitate assemblies, rallies, pledging stations and utilize other venues of education to raise society’s awareness about the derogatory use of the word, “retard(ed)” and its impact on people with disabilities. The word is often synonymous with the word stupid. This campaign also focuses on the inclusion, acceptance and respect as we work on our pathway towards social justice for all. I ask that you please pledge on www.r-word.org and also check out the resources provided on there for a deeper understanding of this pivotal movement. at 12:00 am
  • March 6, 2012
    • Signing Times ClassSigning Times Class
      
      Time: 10:00 am
      
      This 6-week playgroup for parent and child will be led by speech-language pathologist Kimberly Fries on Tuesday mornings, 10-11am, Jan. 17-Feb. 21. Come join the fun and learn to use American Sign Language during play and daily routines to enrich your child's communication. Ideal for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. $50 for DSACF members, $75 for non-members. Drop-in rates are available. at 10:00 am
  • March 7, 2012
    • Tai Chi ClassesTai Chi Classes
      
      Time: 6:00 pm
      
      This six week course begins on Wednesday, March 7th at 6:00 pm. The cost is only $25. This includes six weeks of small group and individual instruction. For ages 14-30 years. Please plan on joining us by signing up at the introductory lesson on Wednesday, February 29th from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Parents are welcome to register as well. To be held at the DSACF office. Please contact Tim or Julie Hagan at tim.hagan@gmail.com if you have any questions. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing! at 6:00 pm

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