Events Calendar

Please contact Jeanne Doherty at jdoherty@mdsc.org for more information.

We invite families with children with Down syndrome, ages 8 and up, to join us for an afternoon cooking session. We’ll talk kitchen safety, cooking set up, and together we will make two delicious brunch items for you and your family to enjoy! Recipes and registration coming soon.

The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection convene its regular Zoom chat the last Tuesday of every month.  The DSAC invites all families affected by Down syndrome and autism, including families who recently got an autism diagnosis, to join them. To be added to the invitation list, please contact Jeanne Doherty at jdoherty@mdsc.org.

Calling all dads! Join us at our next monthly meeting to share insights, stories, and experiences that are unique to fathers of children with Down syndrome. Please email dadsmass@yahoo.com for Zoom registration link.

Join us for an informal way to meet other newer families, share and connect for families whose child with Down syndrome is 0-3 (until 4th birthday).  Please email Sarah Cullen at scullen@mdsc.org to request Zoom registration link.

We invite parents and caregivers of transition age youth with Down syndrome, ages 13 to 22, to join us for our monthly session. Learn about different transition-related topics and connect with others. Email Colleen at cendres@mdsc.org for more information.

We welcome teens and young adults with Down syndrome, ages 13 to 22, to join us for our monthly AIM Meetup on Zoom! Events include fun games, different physical activities, and a chance to connect with peers. Email Colleen at cendres@mdsc.org for more information.

The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection convene its regular Zoom chat the last Tuesday of every month.  The DSAC invites all families affected by Down syndrome and autism, including families who recently got an autism diagnosis, to join them. To be added to the invitation list, please contact Jeanne Doherty at jdoherty@mdsc.org.

Join the 21 Shades group, an inclusive support group for all families of African heritage in Massachusetts who love someone with Down Syndrome, for a monthly meetup. The group meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday of every month from 7-8 pm. Monthly support meetings consist of check-ins, topic specific educational workshops, and social activities to engage families.  For more information please email Jessica at javila@mdsc.org.