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to all who have
given so generously
to DSAV in 2009.
Litco International
The Print Factory
Pro Business
H&R Block
Lana Kontos
Harrington, Hoppe & Mitchell
Berkman, Jorgensen, Masters & Stafman
ECS Techs
Children's Rehab. Center
Elite Digital Graphics
Dennis & Amy Lewis
Lewis Development
Ray Donadio
Donadio & Wagner
Executive Web Mngmnt.
Paul Dieter - PMD Builders
Celeste Lisko
Thom Russo
Karen Stillwagon
Eric Dess
Drs. Nadler & Nadler
Doeberling Muccio PT
Chris & Kelly Donadio
Creekside Gardens
Mel & Bob Meinke
Lee Beach
Crosby Mook Office
Ken & Michele Jones
Zambia Jamison
Roxanne Morella
Joe Toto
Dave Gordon
Bill & Stephanie Champlin
Sherry Freda Trust
Anthony Rossi Jr., Esq.
General Motors-Lordstown
Dave & Carrie Oravec
Hine Memorial Fund Pink Thumb Garden Club
Microsoft
Christopher Jones
Shaffali Nadler
Rich Pacholec
Walt & Dorothy Kijowski
Trumbull Co. Family Court
Bob & Amy Harris
Rich Conklin
Dr. & Mrs. Jon Eucker
Ray& Judy Donadio
Dr. & Mrs. Paul Gould
TMH Surgery Center
Dr. & Mrs. Terry Philibin
Joseph & Norma Conti
Pat Morella
Stacy Navarro
The Home Depot
Marco & Lisa Rankin
Dr. & Mrs. Panos Zafrides
DeBartolo Corporation
Denise & John York
Howland Pizza Works
Sandee Timmerman
Michele Jones
TMH Surgery Center
Eric Sitch
Sandy Meinke
Living Lord Lutheran Church
In Memory of Alice Schmalzried:Altar & Rosary Society of
St. Mary's Church, Warren
In Memory of Elsa Holub:Marilyn Whittier
Deborah & Marc Bjelac
Dale & Pat McDougal
Phyllis & Raymond Housel
John Holub
Virginia Stempak
Ralph DiGirolamo
Pat Medallis
Newton Falls post VFW #3332
Kathy Carlson
Larry & Roxy Gurlea
John & Christina Counts
Lori & Randall Fiest
Richard & Cecilia Wolf
Harry & Patricia Benetis
Joellyn Sheronovich
Mr. & Mrs. Ken Mineo
Ruth Smith
Janet Mathews
Eileen Spada Fond
Arlene Kirby
In Memory of Dorothy McNally:
Roy & Donna Szanny
Bill & Annetta Timmerman
William & Mary Huzicka
William & Sandee Timmerman
Paul & Patricia Klein
2009 Buddy Walk
Walkers
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Center for Success®
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Stay warm this winter sporting DSAVwear!
E-mail or call the office 330-726-3728 to place your order. Limited sizes available! |
Planning for Buddy Walk® of the Valley 2010 will begin in January!
We have exciting new ways to register and some great new things planned for next year.
Please consider being a part of the planning committee! It's our biggest event of the year!
E-mail or call the office 330-726-3728 if you want to help! |
Please remember:
Individuals with Down syndrome are not "down's kids" nor are they "Down syndrome people".
Those with Down syndrome want to be seen as a Person first, just as you do!
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Hello Members & Friends,
I hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving and were able to take some time to reflect on all there is to be thankful for.
Christmas preparations are in full swing and as you read this we are nearing the DSAV member Christmas party this Saturday, December 5th.
I am looking forward to meeting so many new families who will be joining us this year and of course getting the chance to visit with those we get to see more often.
A recent addition to the 2009 calendar is our first DSAV Storytime being held Saturday, December 12th from 11:00am until noon at the Center for Success. These fun interactive reading hours will be scheduled monthly and are for any member children who would enjoy hearing some great storytelling and activities. The December stories include: Guess How Much I Love You, Danny and the Dinosaur and a special Christmas selection. Please remember, this is not babysitting; a parent must be present!
In an effort to save DSAV funds and some trees, our last paper newsletter will be mailed this week. The quarterly version will still be available on the Newsletter page of the DSAV website for you to view and print out. Look for many of the features you are used to seeing in the print version as we incorporate them into our E-newsletter - A Little Something Extra, which comes to you twice a month.
Be sure to check out our upcoming events for 2010 and visit our website often.
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Make plans during this holiday season to visit the Millcreek MetroParks Fellows Riverside Gardens. Over 40 beautiful Christmas trees will be displayed during their annual Winter Celebration.
Open Tuesdays through Sundays December 5th through January 3rd.
Be sure to look for the beautiful DSAV tree on the top floor of the Davis center.
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DSAV Story Time
Saturday, December 12th
11:00am - Noon
DSAV Center for Success
This month's book selections:
PLUS a special Christmas selection! |
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The DSAV Center for Success® is open and 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.
- 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.
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D.A.D.S. - The national Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome organization is a great way for father's to create a network that meets their needs while assisting with the needs of DSAV. |
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The Anne Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship offers a $10,000 award to two graduating high school seniors with documented learning disabilities (LD) who are pursuing undergraduate degrees.
The application for the 2010 Scholarship Award is now available and must be submitted no later than Dec. 31, 2009.
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Keep Them Safe! |
 Car seat safety is crucial.
If you have concerns about your child's car seat and/or your child is able to get out of the carseat while you are driving - it is time to have the car seat checked.
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 Calling all Artists with Down syndrome!
WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY
T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST IS UNDERWAY!
Put your artistic abilities to work and design a T-shirt for World Down Syndrome Day, March 21st 2010!
If you are an artist with Down syndrome, create a WDSD TShirt design by hand or by computer using your choice of art.
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IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES
The Arc of Greater Cleveland is facilitating the Partners in Policymaking® leadership training program between the months of January - May 2010. Partners in Policymaking® is an internationally recognized training series that is designed for adults with disabilities and for parents of children under the age of 12 with disabilities.
Currently, there are over one hundred-fifty Partners in Policymaking® graduates in Ohio.
Through participation in Partners in Policymaking®, individuals with developmental
disabilities and parents of children under the age of 12 with disabilities will become leaders.
Partners is about creating, working towards, and achieving a vision of shared values about individuals with disabilities. Application packets are available NOW, so call early to apply for the 2010 class of Partners in Policymaking ®. Please call at (216) 622-0755 extension 14 or email efakan@thearcofgreatercleveland.org for more information.
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The PEAL Center's Fourth Annual Inclusive Education Conference
Building Communities of Peace, Harmony and Respect
WHEN: March 16 and 17, 2009
WHERE: Four Points by Sheraton Pittsburgh North, Cranberry Township, PA
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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.
Our Core Values
The DSAV fosters a climate which encourages independence, support, advocacy and opportunity for all individuals with Down syndrome.
We strive to represent 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.
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