Events Calendar
FEATURED EVENT
MDSC 40th Anniversary Conference
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DCU Center, Worcester
FEATURED EVENT
Team MDSC runs the 128th Boston Marathon
Monday, April 15th
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New Moms Group
Tuesday, January 11th | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMThis is a virtual event.
New moms of children with Down syndrome ages 0-18 months are invited to join us for a virtual group hosted by Mary-Frances Garber, CGC.
Please email Sarah Cullen at scullen@mdsc.org to request Zoom registration link
Down Syndrome & Mental Health Support Group
Tuesday, January 11th | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pmVirtual
Does your teen or adult loved one with Down syndrome also have a mental health diagnosis such as Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder or Bipolar Disorder? Often these illnesses bring on a change in daily living skills, mood, or interest in activities once enjoyed. Seeing these changes and regression in your loved one can be very difficult.
Please note that individualized psychiatric treatment will not be provided at this meeting. This meeting is meant to serve as a venue for families with loved ones with Down syndrome and mental health concerns so that they may obtain mutual support with professional supervision.
Please email mentalhealth@mdsc.org to register or for more information.
Adoptive Families Group
Tuesday, January 11th | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMThis is a virtual event.
A virtual group for families who welcomed their child with Down syndrome through adoption.
Please email Sarah Cullen at scullen@mdsc.org to request Zoom registration link
STEM Presentation by First Technology Challenge (ages 13+)
Wednesday, January 12th | 4:00 PMTeen and adults ages 13+ are invited to Sharpen your minds and join local First Technology Challenge team “Soli De Gloria” for a short and fun presentation on what STEM is (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) and to check out some of their recent projects! After the video, the team will answer questions and share some ways to get involved in STEM!
AIM Lunch & Learn: Day Programs, Self Direction, and working with DDS – A Parent’s Perspective
Sunday, January 16th | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMParents and caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome ages 13+
are invited meet us on Zoom to learn about various DDS adult service models, including Traditional Day and Employment Programs, Participant-Directed Programming, and Agency with Choice.
Patti MacPhee and Cathy Polewarczyk, two incredible mothers, have spent many years working with DDS and navigating adult services. Having found programs that allow for their daughters to work toward their personal goals, they now enjoy sharing their experience and knowledge with other families who are trying to determine which program is right for them.
AIM Monthly Meetup: Virtual Yoga!
Sunday, January 16th | 1:15 PM - 2:15 PMTeens and young adults ages 13-22 are invited to join us for a relaxing afternoon of virtual yoga led by Melissa Oddi-Morrison. Participants are encouraged to have a yoga mat and/or blanket.
This is a beginners level yoga class so all are welcome to join!
Sledding at Stone Cow!
Saturday, January 22nd | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PMStone Cow Brewery 500 West Street B Barre, MA 01005
Bring your sleds and enjoy their snowy hill! Fingers crossed Jack Frost gives us some fresh powder to play! If he doesn’t deliver we can still enjoy each other’s company inside the warm barn.
RSVP or send questions to group leaders Brian & Jessica Young.
jessica.flynnyoung@gmail.com; 774.239.5992
Toddler Moms Group
Wednesday, January 26th | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMThis is a virtual event.
Moms of children with Down syndrome ages 18 months – 3.5 years are invited to join us for a virtual group hosted by Mary-Frances Garber, CGC.
Please email Sarah Cullen at scullen@mdsc.org to request Zoom registration link
Down Syndrome-Autism Connection Monthly Chat
Wednesday, January 26th | 8:00 p.m.This is a virtual event.
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.
Let’s Cook! Featuring The Kid’s Illustrated Cookbook (ages 8+)
Friday, January 28th | 6:00 PMFamilies and individuals with Down syndrome ages 8+ are invited to join us on Zoom to get a sneak peak into The Kid’s Illustrated Cookbook, written by self-advocate, Cole LaMarca and his mother!
We will be making delicious and nutritious Cashew Butter Cups!
*this recipe is gluten free, dairy free, egg free, and can be modified for various nut allergies *
