Center for Success®
in progress....
Awning before
How it will soon look
Cold and empty
Warm enough for a nap!
DSAV grandpas hard at work....
Assembling lights
Work center before
Work center in progress
Helping Dad
Play area before
Play area in progress
Why we need cabinets
Inner office before
Work center no counters
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Our Sponsors
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You are cordially invited...
to the Grand Opening of the
DSAV
Center for Success®
Thursday, October 22, 2009
5:00pm to 7:00pm.
945 Boardman-Canfield Rd., Suite 12
Boardman, OH 44512
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Be sure to pick up
this Sunday's Vindicator!
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The DSAV Center for Success® is about to open, but we need your help to accomplish the DSAV vision and mission. See if there are areas below where you might be interested in volunteering with us. E-mail us with your questions or to help!
- DSAV Office - individuals who possess computer knowledge (IE: Excel, Publisher, Contribute, Photoshop, MS office), as well as excellent administrative and communication skills.
- Education - certified teachers, paraprofessionals or parents with a strong interest in education to help get the Parents & Schools in Partnership program underway.
- Healthcare - licensed medical professionals to help implement our Healthcare Partnership program with physicians, health departments and nurses throughout the valley.
- Hospital Liaison - any DSAV member willing to keep in regular contact with area hospital maternity and social work departments ensuring our New Parent Packs are in place.
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TULIP® Parent Program - Parents who complete the training program will be available for phone calls or visits with new or expectant parents who receive a Ds diagnosis.
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Community Connections - requires the successful completion of the Community Connections training. Leaders host a meetings for other DSAV parents in their geographic area covering various topics and needs. |
 DSAV Thanks! |
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The DSAV recently received funds from the estate of Sherry Freeda. This gift will be used for the DSAV Literacy, Arts & Math Program (LAMP), and will be perpetual funding for our Trumbull county members to receive materials, resources & training.
We feel LAMP is a fitting tribute to Ms. Freeda and her legacy of art and music instruction.
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to Walmart & Best Buy Boardman for the items you so graciously donated to DSAV for the Center for Success® . We appreciate your generosity as well as your continued support of our vision and mission.
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to Living Lord Lutheran church in Howland who selected the Down Syndrome Association of the Valley to receive their 2009 Mission Endowment Fund Financial Gift Award of $500.
Thank you to the Endowment fund committee for recognizing the work we do and financially supporting our mission. |
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DSAV annual Costume Party
Date: Sunday, October 25th
Time: 5pm - 7pm
Location: Creekside Gardens
3680 North River Rd., Warren
Food provided by DSAV.
Games and activities provided by Mel & Bob Meinke of Creekside Gardens.
Join us again this year for great fun!
 
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DSAV Congratulations! |
CONGRATULATIONS to Christian Trella who is the new Goodwill Ambassador for Easter Seals, 2009-2010!
We look forward to seeing you spread smiles, awareness and the message of inclusion around the valley!
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Save the Date! |
The DSAV Christmas party!
DATE: Saturday, December 5
TIME: 4:30pm - 7:00pm
LOCATION: Assumption Center of St. Mary's
356 S. Belle Vista Ave., Youngstown
A wonderful time of food, music, fun and gifts from Santa for our DSAV members and families.
Details coming soon! |
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Extras you might be interested in... |
Tool for Today and Tomorrow
Conference for Families and Professionals
When: Friday, Oct. 23, 2009
Where: Cleveland State University, Cole Center for Continuing Education
3100 Chester Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio
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 The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati will be hosting a Postsecondary Education Conference: Promoting opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities.
When: November 13 - 14, 2009
Where: University of Cinciannti's Great Hall in the Tageman Center
Details: Call Janet at 513-761-5411
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Twisted Crystal Jewelry proudly creates the DSAV awareness bracelets, anklets and rings.
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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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