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Mondays from September 26 to December 12* *No drop-in time on October 31 5:00pm to 6:00pm DSAWM Office Come hang out with DSAWM Program Assistant, Peri, before Shape Up! Meet in the DSAWM office conference room to play games, make crafts, and just hangout with friends! All are welcome to attend; no need to register! […]
Mondays, September 26 – December 12* *No class on October 31 6:00pm to 7:30pm Auxiliary Gym, Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Ages 14+ Shape Up is a health and fitness program for teens and adults aged 14+ with Down syndrome. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and […]
4th Mondays 6:30-7:30pm DSAWM Office Parents/Caregivers of individuals with Ds Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome are invited to this support group sponsored by DSAWM and Alzheimer’s Association. Participants share experiences and discuss the process of caring for loved ones growing older with Down syndrome. Email us at info@dsawm.org to RSVP.
Dates and times vary Location varies Dads’ Night Out (DNO) invites fathers raising children with Down syndrome to meet at local restaurants to share experiences and support. DSAWM pays for first-time attendees meals (excluding alcohol). SEPTEMBER 29: Join DNO for a tailgate and Thursday Night Football! Starting at 6pm, there will be yard games, brats […]
Saturdays, October 1 to December 3 *No clinic on October 8 or November 26 10:30am-12:00pm TIME CHANGED TO 10:15am-11:45am MVP Athletic Club Ages 5+ Buddy Up Tennis is back! Professional coaches and Buddies teach children, teens, and adults with Down syndrome the game of tennis while supporting healthy physical and social development. Tennis racquets are […]
Mondays, September 26 – December 12* *No class on October 31 or December 12 6:30pm to 8:00pm Auxiliary Gym, Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Ages 14+ Shape Up is a health and fitness program for teens and adults aged 14+ with Down syndrome. Learn to take control of your health through wise […]
Use the code 908801 when you place an online order at Panda Express on Tuesday, October 4 and a portion of your purchase will support DSAWM! Valid at all Panda Express locations nationwide. Online Ordering
October 8, 2022 1:00pm to 4:00pm Fruit Ridge Hayrides Members Only, All Ages Visit Fruit Ridge Hayrides with the DSAWM community on October 8! Join us for an afternoon of activities including hayrides, a corn maze, a petting zoo, a playground, and a campfire. Registration for this event is now open for all members! Register […]
Monday, October 10th 4:00pm to 8:00pm Panera Bread 1669 SE Marketplace Dr, Gaines Twp, MI 49316 Come out to support the Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan Panera Bread fundraiser! Order in person and show the cashier our flyer to ensure that 20% of total net sales will be donated to our organization. Order online […]
Once a month at 6:30pm Join other moms of people with Down syndrome to connect, eat good food, and share stories and experiences. Wednesday, October 19 - San Marco's in Whitehall Thursday, November 17 - Noto's in Grand Haven Tuesday, December 13 - Lefty and Romos' in Muskegon Please RSVP to thomment@yahoo.com if you are […]
Saturday, October 22 7-11pm DSAWM Office, Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Ages 21+ Join us for a spooky night of live music, appetizers, an open bar, and a casino night as we celebrate Halloween festivities. Costumes are required; we will be giving away prizes for the best costumes! Tickets can be purchased […]
Once a month 6:30pm to 8:00pm Centerpoint City Church in Kalamazoo 16+ (Members 12 and older can participate if their parent/caregiver is present) DSAWM is bringing our very popular Cooking Capers program to our Kalamazoo members! We are partnering with the WMU Dietetics program to offer our cooking and kitchen skills program for our southwest […]
Dates and times vary Location varies Dads’ Night Out (DNO) invites fathers raising children with Down syndrome to meet at local establishments to share experiences and support. DSAWM pays for first-time attendees meals (excluding alcohol). RSVP to Rich at dads@dsawm.org. Follow the Dads’ Facebook group for the latest updates. DNO Dates: October 27 – Fowling […]
Saturday, October 29, 2022 4:30-11 pm West Leonard Banquet Hall 1140 Muskegon Ave NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Join us on Saturday, October 29th at West Leonard Banquet Hall for the Knights of Columbus Halloween Dinner, Dance, & Raffle. The evening will feature dinner, dancing, games for kids, and a raffle! Costumes are encouraged! This year’s event […]