July 2021
Rapid Runners
Mondays, June 7 - August 30 *No meeting on July 5 Group 1: 4:45-5:45pm at SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Group 2: 6:30-7:30pm at Manhattan Park Ages 14+ Rapid Runners is a fun program that encourages participants to maintain great health, get exercise, meet new friends, and tackle a 5k race. Two groups will be offered at SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center and Manhattan Park. Members aged 14+ are invited to either location every Monday to join coaches…
Find out more »Kalamazoo County Kids Day Program
Every other Tuesday beginning June 8 11-11:30am* *2-2:30pm on 6/8 only Oshtemo Township Park Ages 5 & Under Come on out this summer and join Nate Clark (DSAWM Program Director), Yazmine, and Emily (GVSU Rec Therapy Interns) as we lead fun summertime activities in Kalamazoo. We will meet every other week throughout the summer. Each day there will be a 30 minute session for younger members focused on motor skill development and socialization followed by a 60 minute session for…
Find out more »Kalamazoo County Teen/Adult Day Program
Every other Tuesday beginning June 8 1:30-2:30pm* *3-4pm on 6/8 only Oshtemo Township Park Ages 14+ Come on out this summer and join Nate Clark (DSAWM Program Director), Yazmine, and Emily (GVSU Rec Therapy Interns) as we lead fun summertime activities in Kalamazoo. We will meet every other week throughout the summer. Each day there will be a 30 minute session for younger members focused on motor skill development and socialization followed by a 60 minute session for teen/adult members…
Find out more »Virtual Aging with Down Syndrome
Monthly, dates vary 5:45-6:45pm Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome over the age of 30 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 Nate at nate@dsawm.org for the link to participate. 2021 Schedule January 25 February 22 March 22 April 5 - Alzheimer's Presentation April 26 May 24 June 28 July 27 August 23 September 27 October 25…
Find out more »Virtual Music Jamboree
Tuesdays at 7:30pm and Fridays at 6:30pm Members of all ages are invited to join our Music Therapist Leah for a sing-along session featuring your favorite songs. Please note that this is not a therapy program, but rather focused on fun and socialization. Participation links for all virtual programs are emailed to DSAWM members weekly on Mondays. If you have questions, please email Nate at nate@dsawm.org.
Find out more »Book Club
2nd & 4th Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm Group 1: Manhattan Park Group 2: SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Ages 16+ Teens and adults with Down syndrome are invited to join us for Book Club. Two groups will be offered this summer at the same dates and times: Bobbie's group will meet at Manhattan Park and Terri's group will meet at the SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center. All reading levels are welcome. We will practice social distancing to ensure everyone’s health…
Find out more »OT Playgroup
Fridays, July 9, 23, 30 10:30-11:30am DSAWM Playroom, SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Members aged 4-7 Members aged 4-7 are invited to join Occupational Therapy graduate students from GVSU for 3 Fridays of Free OT groups. The group will focus on fine motor skills, socialization, and much more. The students are eager to meet everyone. We plan on keeping this group quite small. Parents can stay and help participate or relax in the parent lounge. The students will be…
Find out more »Virtual Music Jamboree
Tuesdays at 7:30pm and Fridays at 6:30pm Members of all ages are invited to join our Music Therapist Leah for a sing-along session featuring your favorite songs. Please note that this is not a therapy program, but rather focused on fun and socialization. Participation links for all virtual programs are emailed to DSAWM members weekly on Mondays. If you have questions, please email Nate at nate@dsawm.org.
Find out more »August 2021
Rapid Runners
Mondays, June 7 - August 30 *No meeting on July 5 Group 1: 4:45-5:45pm at SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Group 2: 6:30-7:30pm at Manhattan Park Ages 14+ Rapid Runners is a fun program that encourages participants to maintain great health, get exercise, meet new friends, and tackle a 5k race. Two groups will be offered at SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center and Manhattan Park. Members aged 14+ are invited to either location every Monday to join coaches…
Find out more »Ottawa County Kids Day Program
Every other Tuesday beginning June 15 12:30-1pm Windsnest Park Ages 5 and under Come on out this summer and join Nate Clark (DSAWM Program Director) and Emily (GVSU Rec Therapy Intern) as we lead fun summertime activities in Ottawa county. We will meet every other week throughout the summer. Each day there will be a 30 minute session for younger members focused on motor skill development and socialization followed by a 60 minute session for teen/adult members that incorporates activities…
Find out more »Ottawa County Teen/Adult Day Program
Every other Tuesday beginning June 15 2-3pm Windsnest Park Ages 14+ Come on out this summer and join Nate Clark (DSAWM Program Director) and Emily (GVSU Rec Therapy Intern) as we lead fun summertime activities in Ottawa county. We will meet every other week throughout the summer. Each day there will be a 30 minute session for younger members focused on motor skill development and socialization followed by a 60 minute session for teen/adult members that incorporates activities from our…
Find out more »In-person Cooking Capers
1st & 3rd Thursdays, June 17 - August 19 6pm Location TBD Ages 16+ Cooking Capers introduces teens and adults to culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. We will start limited in-person Cooking Capers in June. We plan to host outside classes at various parks around Grand Rapids utilizing recipes on a grill, or those that don't need any cooking. We will practice all covid-19 safety procedures, wear our masks, etc. We…
Find out more »Rapid Runners
Mondays, June 7 - August 30 *No meeting on July 5 Group 1: 4:45-5:45pm at SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Group 2: 6:30-7:30pm at Manhattan Park Ages 14+ Rapid Runners is a fun program that encourages participants to maintain great health, get exercise, meet new friends, and tackle a 5k race. Two groups will be offered at SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center and Manhattan Park. Members aged 14+ are invited to either location every Monday to join coaches…
Find out more »Kalamazoo County Kids Day Program
Every other Tuesday beginning June 8 11-11:30am* *2-2:30pm on 6/8 only Oshtemo Township Park Ages 5 & Under Come on out this summer and join Nate Clark (DSAWM Program Director), Yazmine, and Emily (GVSU Rec Therapy Interns) as we lead fun summertime activities in Kalamazoo. We will meet every other week throughout the summer. Each day there will be a 30 minute session for younger members focused on motor skill development and socialization followed by a 60 minute session for…
Find out more »Kalamazoo County Teen/Adult Day Program
Every other Tuesday beginning June 8 1:30-2:30pm* *3-4pm on 6/8 only Oshtemo Township Park Ages 14+ Come on out this summer and join Nate Clark (DSAWM Program Director), Yazmine, and Emily (GVSU Rec Therapy Interns) as we lead fun summertime activities in Kalamazoo. We will meet every other week throughout the summer. Each day there will be a 30 minute session for younger members focused on motor skill development and socialization followed by a 60 minute session for teen/adult members…
Find out more »Book Club
2nd & 4th Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm Group 1: Manhattan Park Group 2: SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Ages 16+ Teens and adults with Down syndrome are invited to join us for Book Club. Two groups will be offered this summer at the same dates and times: Bobbie's group will meet at Manhattan Park and Terri's group will meet at the SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center. All reading levels are welcome. We will practice social distancing to ensure everyone’s health…
Find out more »Virtual Cooking Capers
2nd & 4th Thursdays, June 10 - August 26 6pm Ages 16+ Cooking Capers introduces teens and adults to culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. We will start limited in-person Cooking Capers in June. We plan to host outside classes at various parks around Grand Rapids utilizing recipes on a grill, or those that don't need any cooking. We will practice all covid-19 safety procedures, wear our masks, etc. We plan on…
Find out more »Rapid Runners
Mondays, June 7 - August 30 *No meeting on July 5 Group 1: 4:45-5:45pm at SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Group 2: 6:30-7:30pm at Manhattan Park Ages 14+ Rapid Runners is a fun program that encourages participants to maintain great health, get exercise, meet new friends, and tackle a 5k race. Two groups will be offered at SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center and Manhattan Park. Members aged 14+ are invited to either location every Monday to join coaches…
Find out more »Ottawa County Kids Day Program
Every other Tuesday beginning June 15 12:30-1pm Windsnest Park Ages 5 and under Come on out this summer and join Nate Clark (DSAWM Program Director) and Emily (GVSU Rec Therapy Intern) as we lead fun summertime activities in Ottawa county. We will meet every other week throughout the summer. Each day there will be a 30 minute session for younger members focused on motor skill development and socialization followed by a 60 minute session for teen/adult members that incorporates activities…
Find out more »Ottawa County Teen/Adult Day Program
Every other Tuesday beginning June 15 2-3pm Windsnest Park Ages 14+ Come on out this summer and join Nate Clark (DSAWM Program Director) and Emily (GVSU Rec Therapy Intern) as we lead fun summertime activities in Ottawa county. We will meet every other week throughout the summer. Each day there will be a 30 minute session for younger members focused on motor skill development and socialization followed by a 60 minute session for teen/adult members that incorporates activities from our…
Find out more »In-person Cooking Capers
1st & 3rd Thursdays, June 17 - August 19 6pm Location TBD Ages 16+ Cooking Capers introduces teens and adults to culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. We will start limited in-person Cooking Capers in June. We plan to host outside classes at various parks around Grand Rapids utilizing recipes on a grill, or those that don't need any cooking. We will practice all covid-19 safety procedures, wear our masks, etc. We…
Find out more »Virtual Aging with Down Syndrome
Monthly, dates vary 5:45-6:45pm Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome over the age of 30 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 Nate at nate@dsawm.org for the link to participate. 2021 Schedule January 25 February 22 March 22 April 5 - Alzheimer's Presentation April 26 May 24 June 28 July 27 August 23 September 27 October 25…
Find out more »Rapid Runners
Mondays, June 7 - August 30 *No meeting on July 5 Group 1: 4:45-5:45pm at SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Group 2: 6:30-7:30pm at Manhattan Park Ages 14+ Rapid Runners is a fun program that encourages participants to maintain great health, get exercise, meet new friends, and tackle a 5k race. Two groups will be offered at SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center and Manhattan Park. Members aged 14+ are invited to either location every Monday to join coaches…
Find out more »Kalamazoo County Kids Day Program
Every other Tuesday beginning June 8 11-11:30am* *2-2:30pm on 6/8 only Oshtemo Township Park Ages 5 & Under Come on out this summer and join Nate Clark (DSAWM Program Director), Yazmine, and Emily (GVSU Rec Therapy Interns) as we lead fun summertime activities in Kalamazoo. We will meet every other week throughout the summer. Each day there will be a 30 minute session for younger members focused on motor skill development and socialization followed by a 60 minute session for…
Find out more »Kalamazoo County Teen/Adult Day Program
Every other Tuesday beginning June 8 1:30-2:30pm* *3-4pm on 6/8 only Oshtemo Township Park Ages 14+ Come on out this summer and join Nate Clark (DSAWM Program Director), Yazmine, and Emily (GVSU Rec Therapy Interns) as we lead fun summertime activities in Kalamazoo. We will meet every other week throughout the summer. Each day there will be a 30 minute session for younger members focused on motor skill development and socialization followed by a 60 minute session for teen/adult members…
Find out more »Book Club
2nd & 4th Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm Group 1: Manhattan Park Group 2: SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Ages 16+ Teens and adults with Down syndrome are invited to join us for Book Club. Two groups will be offered this summer at the same dates and times: Bobbie's group will meet at Manhattan Park and Terri's group will meet at the SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center. All reading levels are welcome. We will practice social distancing to ensure everyone’s health…
Find out more »Virtual Cooking Capers
2nd & 4th Thursdays, June 10 - August 26 6pm Ages 16+ Cooking Capers introduces teens and adults to culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. We will start limited in-person Cooking Capers in June. We plan to host outside classes at various parks around Grand Rapids utilizing recipes on a grill, or those that don't need any cooking. We will practice all covid-19 safety procedures, wear our masks, etc. We plan on…
Find out more »Rapid Runners
Mondays, June 7 - August 30 *No meeting on July 5 Group 1: 4:45-5:45pm at SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Group 2: 6:30-7:30pm at Manhattan Park Ages 14+ Rapid Runners is a fun program that encourages participants to maintain great health, get exercise, meet new friends, and tackle a 5k race. Two groups will be offered at SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center and Manhattan Park. Members aged 14+ are invited to either location every Monday to join coaches…
Find out more »Ottawa County Kids Day Program
Every other Tuesday beginning June 15 12:30-1pm Windsnest Park Ages 5 and under Come on out this summer and join Nate Clark (DSAWM Program Director) and Emily (GVSU Rec Therapy Intern) as we lead fun summertime activities in Ottawa county. We will meet every other week throughout the summer. Each day there will be a 30 minute session for younger members focused on motor skill development and socialization followed by a 60 minute session for teen/adult members that incorporates activities…
Find out more »Ottawa County Teen/Adult Day Program
Every other Tuesday beginning June 15 2-3pm Windsnest Park Ages 14+ Come on out this summer and join Nate Clark (DSAWM Program Director) and Emily (GVSU Rec Therapy Intern) as we lead fun summertime activities in Ottawa county. We will meet every other week throughout the summer. Each day there will be a 30 minute session for younger members focused on motor skill development and socialization followed by a 60 minute session for teen/adult members that incorporates activities from our…
Find out more »September 2021
Virtual Aging with Down Syndrome
Monthly, dates vary 5:45-6:45pm Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome over the age of 30 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 Nate at nate@dsawm.org for the link to participate. 2021 Schedule January 25 February 22 March 22 April 5 - Alzheimer's Presentation April 26 May 24 June 28 July 27 August 23 September 27 October 25…
Find out more »October 2021
Virtual Aging with Down Syndrome
Monthly, dates vary 5:45-6:45pm Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome over the age of 30 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 Nate at nate@dsawm.org for the link to participate. 2021 Schedule January 25 February 22 March 22 April 5 - Alzheimer's Presentation April 26 May 24 June 28 July 27 August 23 September 27 October 25…
Find out more »November 2021
Virtual Aging with Down Syndrome
Monthly, dates vary 5:45-6:45pm Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome over the age of 30 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 Nate at nate@dsawm.org for the link to participate. 2021 Schedule January 25 February 22 March 22 April 5 - Alzheimer's Presentation April 26 May 24 June 28 July 27 August 23 September 27 October 25…
Find out more »December 2021
Virtual Aging with Down Syndrome
Monthly, dates vary 5:45-6:45pm Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome over the age of 30 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 Nate at nate@dsawm.org for the link to participate. 2021 Schedule January 25 February 22 March 22 April 5 - Alzheimer's Presentation April 26 May 24 June 28 July 27 August 23 September 27 October 25…
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