Happy June
Birthday to...
Joseph Bettura
6/12/1986
Mark Saraceno
6/2/1990
Jada Nichole Jones
6/4/2006
Conner Fegert
6/10/2006
Lucas Neer
6/11/2001
Megan Whitfield
6/13/1987
Hunter Parks
6/17/2001
Tyler Meinke
6/28/1999 |
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Sam's Club - Warren
Walmart - Warren
Ds Support Network Stark Co.
Dave Jackson
Karen Kanotz
Jennifer Joseph
Rob Gardner
Shaun Hardin
Krista Cutter
Nikki Papoulides
Perry Schnacker
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Office Hours:
June, July, August
Tuesday - Friday
10:00am - 1:00pm
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Welcome, to our newest members!
Tabitha Flight
Patricia Brenner
Jamie Rae Derry
Professionals
Patricia Byers
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What is the Buddy Wall?
An area where you and your family can brag a little (or a lot) by creating a poster that tells a story about YOU!Things that can be included on your poster include: family photos, pictures with friends and family, awards, achievements, etc...
Where is the Buddy Wall?
The posters will be on display at the Shops at Boardman Park the day of the Buddy Walk and then will be in the windows of the DSAV Center for Success through National Down Syndrome Awareness month in October.
How do I participate?
Create your Poster on white, blue or yellow poster board no larger than 24" x 36"and bring it to the DSAV office during t-shirt pick-up week August 9th-12th.
What if I have questions?
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Help us reach the Buddy Walk® of the Valley 2010 Goal!
Goal
$75,000
Raised
$15,835
23 Teams
133 Walkers |  |
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In May, DSAV received a "PR & Marketing Award" at the NDSS Buddy Walk Conference in Jacksonville, FL.
Pictured left to right: Joe Bockerstette - NDSS Board Chairman, Chris Donadio, Kelly Donadio, Jon Coleman - NDSS President, Becky Switalski - NDSS National Buddy Walk Director
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Pennsylvania Summer Camps Program
Enjoy friendships, nature, games, sports, art and music at the Woodlands Foundation in Wexford PA.
Informational Flyer
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DSAV out in the community...
DSAV had the opportunity to speak to the Kiwanis Club of Youngstown in May.
Pictured with Kelly Donadio:
Chris McCarty
Recruitment Supervisor
Humility of Mary Health Partners - Kiwanis President
Rob Gardner Bennett/Gardner Group of the Butler Wick Division of Stifel Nicolaus & Co. - Kiwanis Program Sponsor |
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DSAV held a Family Fun Night on April 22nd at Austintown Bounce!
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Our friends at the USOD of greater Cleveland have the opportunity to represent the Cleveland Indians at the All Star game in Anaheim on July 13th.
Each Major League team will have one non-profit representing them. Wouldn't it be great for a Down syndrome organization to be chosen?
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On May 5th and 6th DSAV hosted eReadginPro workhops with the support of SST-5.
Close to 30 educators and parents attended these informative workshops and gained new skills in helping our children learn to read.
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School is out for most and schedules are filling up with graduation parties, weddings and summer fun. Congratulations to all the graduates of the Class of 2010. We are proud of all you have accomplished in your journey through school. We would love to include some photos of the graduates in an upcoming e-news and on our website. E-mail them in!
Can you believe Buddy Walk of the Valley is only 75 days away! We are really excited about this year. Lots of fresh entertainment and fun for the family. We hope you are making plans to join us!
We are thrilled to announce that we are hosting the 'i have a voice" traveling gallery coming to the Mahoning Valley for the month of August. Read below for more details.
We want to welcome our summer interns: Joelle Bettura and Megan Black. If you call or stop in, these two great young ladies will most likely be the ones assisting you.
Plans are underway for the implementation of some new programs in the fall of 2010 and spring 2011. Look for more info to come to see how you can be involved.
~Kelly |
 BUDDY WALK ® |
BUDDY WALK ® OF THE VALLEY 2010
How can you help make this the best
Buddy Walk of the Valley yet?
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National Gallery Coming |
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The i have a voice traveling gallery is a collection of beautifully shot portraits of children and adults with Down syndrome that captures their wisdom, their strength, their very essence.
The portraits, paired with quotations, allows audiences to get to know these unique and inspiring individuals. Not at a surface level, but more deeply. A glimpse beyond the diagnosis, and into their souls.
Created by Gigi's Playhouse and photographer Thomas Balsamo, the gallery made its Chicago debut in April 2008. But that is only where their stories begin.
DSAV is proud to be hosting this inspirational gallery in the Mahoning Valley for the month of August! Look for the debut in late July at the Eastwood Mall. The gallery will also be at Buddy Walk of the Valley and the Southern Park mall. |
Canfield Fair Opportunity |
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Want to get into the Canfield Fair for free?
The DSAV has been asked to have a booth at the 164th Canfield Fair from Wednesday, Sept. 1st thru Monday, Sept. 6th.
This is a wonderful opportunity to promote the DSAV mission and vision to thousands of people who attend this great event.
In order to have a presence at this event, we NEED YOU to volunteer a few hours at the booth and provide information about DSAV to those who may stop by.
We just need 12 volunteers to cover the booth (more would be great). Shifts will be 10:00am - 2:30pm and 2:30pm - 7:00pm.
We will not be permitted to have booth space if we do not have all six days from 10am - 7pm covered.
If you are available, please call the office: 330-726-3728 or e-mail us by June 30th. |
Earth Day at GM helps DSAV |
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Thank you to Michael O'Hara at General Motors Lordstown, who organized an Earth Day celebration and fundraiser for the Down syndrome Association of the Valley. Cartridges, cell phones and toner cartridges were recycled throughout General Motors and shipped to Advantage Cartridge Recycling. The DSAV is awaiting the final dollar amount on the funds raised through this program!
If you know any business who would like to partner with the DSAV to recycle and help us raise funds, please contact Michele. |
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Your Shopping helps raise funds for DSAV!
 Thank you to all the DSAV families that registered their Giant Eagle Advantage cards. Through your support, The DSAV Center for Success received office supplies through the generous Giant Eagle Program. We will continue this program in the fall and with your help hope to earn additional items for families that visit the DSAV Center for Success!! |
Down Syndrome information for Pediatricians |
 Harvard Medical School
Down Syndrome: Healthcare Updates for the Primary Care Pediatrician
On line continuing medical education courses (CME) are being offered for physicians.
OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
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Recognize medical conditions associated with Down syndrome (Ds).
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Become knowledgeable of healthcare guidelines for Down syndrome.
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Explain treatment options for Ds-associated medical conditions.
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Anticipate questions commonly asked by parents.
Please pass this valuable information on to your physicians.
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LAMP |
LAMP - The Literacy, Arts and Math Program offers materials and resources for parents and educators to use in the home, the classroom or at the Center for Success ®.
LAMP "shines a light" on strategic programs and systems that suit the specific needs of those with Ds.
LAMP learning session will begin again in September. Parents are welcome to come and review materials at any time. Check out our office hours here. |
Outdoor Fun |
A Day of Fishing!
When: Sunday June 13
Time: Noon - 5:00pm
Where: Dave's Fishing Hole
A day of catch and release for children and adults with disabilities.
Food and refreshements along with fishing assistance and equipment provided by area fishermen.
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Car Show Fund Raiser |
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Best Buy Charity Car Show
to benfit DSAV
Date: Saturday, June 19th Time: 12:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Best Buy -Boardman (click address for map)
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IEP Support |
With over 30 years of professional service to individuals with disabilities and their families and as the parent of a young adult with Down syndrome, Dave Jackson would like the opportunity to assist your family.
Services include but not limited to:
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support coordination
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identifying and obtaining services
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assitance with forms, applications etc.
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establishing goals and outcomes
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IEP preperation
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State Legislative Day |
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DSAV is one of eight Down syndrome organizations in Ohio that make up the Ohio Down syndrome Advocacy Network (ODAN).
Each May, ODAN sets up a Legislative Day in Columbus to meet with the representatives that serve our members.
This year we were fortunate to meet with State Senator Jason Wilson, Representative Tom Letson, Representative Ron Gerberry and staffers from the offices of Senator Capri Cafaro, Senator Joe Schiavoni, and representative Bob Hagan.
The DSAV continues to advocate for our families with our legislators and we are happy that our local representatives listen and strive to act on the behalf of those with disabilities.
We are pleased to be assisting the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio in reaching families currently not served by a Ds group in Guernsey & Noble counties.
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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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