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 To support, advocate and be a resource for people with Down syndrome
in Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania.
Down Syndrome Association of the Valley
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Issue 2                                                                                                                                                           7/15/09
 
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Buddy Walk of the Valley 2009
Top Buddy Walk TEAMS are coming on strong!
 
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Thank you for your outstanding work with Team Building over the last few weeks.  
 
Thanks to your efforts, pre-registration numbers jumped from 117 walkers to 1085 walkers in a little over two weeks!
 
You have proven that the TEAM concept works!  Together Everyone Achieves More.  Our voices are strong and unified as we approach the Buddy Walk of the Valley 2009!  Keep up the great work.
 
Stephanie Champlin
2009 Buddy Walk Chair
 
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Don't Forget...

...the next Buddy Walk planning meeting is scheduled for Sunday, July 19th at Cici's Pizza in the SHOPS at Boardman park from 2 - 4pm.

FundRaiser 
SPAGHETTI DINNER
  
Join Curtis's Curcle of Friends as they raise money for the Buddy Walk by hosting a spaghetti dinner
 
Sunday, July 26th
11:00am - 7:00pm
 
 

T-shirts

Buddy Walk T-shirt pick-up day
  • Friday, July 31st
  • 4:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Shops at Boardman Park(southwest corner near Holcomb's and BeautiFirst)
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Create a poster about you and your family for the Buddy Wall at this year's Buddy Walk.
 
Posters due on t-shirt pick-up day!
DSAV Congratulations!DSAVcongrats
CONGRATULATIONS  Megan!
Our own Megan Freeze took first place in the Campbell Superkids Soapbox Derby.
 
She will compete in the National Soapbox Derby in Akron later this month.  GOOD LUCK MEGAN!
Family Grants Grants
 Family Grants Availble for DSAV members!
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Grants are available for the second half of 2009 for DSAV members. 
 
Through the CVS Caremarx community grant program and DSAV funds, families are invited to apply for up to five hundred ($500) per family per year for inclusive programs or activities such as such as Boy/Girl Scouts, Gymboree, ballet, swimming, dance, therapy sessions etc. These activities must be open to all children with and without disabilities.   
 
 
Extras you might be interested in...Extras
The Down Syndrome Association of Columbus(DSACO) is hosting a Young Adult conference.
 
Who: young adults with Ds 16 and over
When:  August 21st and 22nd
Where: Cherry Valley Lodge in Newark, OH
 
 
Need more info?
Contact DSACO at 614-263-6020
Twisted Crystal Jewelry proudly creates the DSAV awareness bracelets and anklets.
 
Preparing for next school year! 
 
Why we do what we do...
Our vision is for people with Down syndrome to be active participants in a fully inclusive society.  
 
Our Mission is to provide support, advocacy resources, education and opportunity for those with Down syndrome and their families.  Representing the needs of people with Down syndrome and their families to improve quality of life, preserve rights and advance their interests, thereby enhancing their status as citizens and enabling maximum independence and participation in the community.
 
 
OUR CORE VALUES
 
The DSAV fosters a climate which encourages  independence, support, advocacy and opportunity for all individuals with Down syndrome.
 
The DSAV operates in accordance with the highest standards in all relationships with members, non-members, our community, government and the environment.
 
 
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Kelly Donadio
Co-founder/President 
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330-979-DSAV (3728)