DSL’s Rose Meurer Presents at Equipping Minds 2024
John Davies
Friends Reunite Thanks to DSL & Special Olympics KY
John and Byron became acquainted at DSL seven years ago through our adult tutoring program and immediately formed a strong connection! They now collaborate as co-coaches for DSL’s Special Olympics Young Athletes, showcasing an exceptional partnership. John, a dedicated father to a child with DS, and JCPS teacher alongside Byron, a passionate DSL member with […]
2024 Gallop Gala Recap
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Boogie Down Crew Registration for Best Buddies Walk
Hi BDC, Due to a liability issue for the walk, anyone planning on joining us for the BDC performance on Saturday, April 20th at the Best Buddies Walk needs to register under the “Boogie Down Crew Team” We are not expected to fundraise, I just need anyone that plans on being at the race, both […]
Welcome Whitney to the Down Syndrome of Louisville Team!
Welcome Whitney Morris as a new Academy Teacher to the DSL team! Before she joined the DSL team she did Community Living Support full-time. When Whitney’s not at DSL she’s enjoying time with her four children! “I enjoy photography in my free time! A fun fact about me is I am a chicken farmer.”
DSL Adult Caregivers Support Group
Tuesdays in September & October from 5-6 pm Sept 17th, & 24th and October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, & 29th RSVP is recommended to gauge group size, but all adult caregivers are welcome to pop in! RSVP HERE Join us on Zoom DSL is excited to offer an opportunity to caregivers of our adult members! […]
DSL & Special Olympics KY: Young Athletes
Special Olympics KY’s Young Athletes meets on select Thursdays from 6-7p at the Down Syndrome of Louisville main building. Parents please stay during YA and help out! Check the DSL Calendar for dates and cancelations Learn more about the Special Olympics Young Athletes program here Questions? Email DSL’s Susan Teaford or Special Olympics’s Michael Justice
New Weekly Update Posted
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New DSL Committees
DSL Families, We are launching NEW DSL Volunteer Committees and we are excited to have our families participate. Please scroll through these photos to see the new committees forming and if you are interested in any of them fill out the form below. These committees will meet 4-6 times a year (some in-person/Some virtual) but […]
Glamming for Gala 2024 Recap
DSL Visits the Capitol!
Three members of the Adult Developmental Academy got to go to Frankfort to participate in the Sunny Pages program. They also got to make an informational video about World Down Syndrome Day, and the Rock Your Socks movement. Sam, Joe, and Connor got to be honorary pages on the Senate floor for the day. They […]
DSL’s David DeSanctis Honored in New York
A star-studded event was hosted in New York City and it was a night of celebration to raise funds to support the Down syndrome community. This impactful evening will honor trailblazer and Life Goes On actor, Chris Burke, and others who have helped expand representation for our community in film and television. Follow […]
Welcome Megan to the Down Syndrome of Louisville Team!
Welcome Megan Mullins! Down Syndrome of Louisville’s first Occupational Therapist! Megan recently graduated from the University of Louisville with her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy and will mainly be working as DSL’s first on staff Pediatric Occupational Therapist. Megan loves to dance so you may have already met Magan as the new Boogie Down Crew Choreographer […]
Paperdolls Photoshoot
Congratulations to Anna on her new job!
Anna started work at Forest Springs Health Campus on February 21st! She has already made an amazing impression on coworkers and management. Anna’s nurturing and caregiving nature will be an asset like no other, and her ability to socialize and make others comfortable is going to offer endless benefits. Want to learn more about DSL’s […]
Welcome Lisa!
Please welcome the latest member of the DSL team, Lisa Hammersmith! Lisa is the new “first face” at DSL so make sure you stop by the front desk and say hello next time you’re in the building! Lisa has a strong background in customer service from years of working in the medical and retail field. […]
Celebrate WDSD with a New Tattoo!
Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day ALL MARCH LONG with a brand new tattoo! Book your session with the Main Street Tattoo team Monday through Saturday throughout March! Main Street is offering 3×3 tattoos for the generous price of $50, but if you’d like to book something outside the provided tattoos below, please discuss this with […]
DSL Setting the Standard!
DSL leadership spent this past week/weekend at the annual Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action Leadership Conference in Dallas! The conference is an opportunity to learn and grow by sharing best practices with other Down Syndrome Associations across the country. DSAIA’s Accreditation program helps organizations achieve excellence in nonprofit management and honors best practices. The DSAIA […]
In Loving Memory of Larry Barmore
It is with the deepest sadness we share with you that one of our former members, Larry Barmore has passed. Larry was a regular attendee of the Academy prior to the pandemic when he transitioned to the lodge. Please keep his family and friends close to your heart at this time. Larry Thomas Barmore, 64, […]
Welcome Suzanne!
Please welcome the latest member of the Down Syndrome of Louisville team, Suzanne Johnson! Suzanne joins DSL as a new Academy Teacher. Suzanne was born and raised in Louisville. She is a former elementary school teacher who found DSL at the perfect time in her career. “I couldn’t be happier to be working in such […]
Sacred Heart Academy & Trinity High School Supporting DSL!
Sacred Heart Academy and Trinity High School held their 13th Annual Rock the Heart charity lacrosse game in the fall. This year, both teams chose to raise money for Down Syndrome of Louisville due to personal connections they have with our organization. Morgan Keesaer, who plays for Sacred Heart, has a younger sister who has […]
DSL Day with the Bats
Join Down Syndrome of Louisville for a fun day of Louisville Bats Baseball at Slugger Field on August 11th. Your Bats will take on the Charlotte Knights with the first pitch at 1:05pm. Join us for a great day with your DSL friends and family! Game Highlight: Kids Day FREE Kids Meal (For Kids 12 […]
Jefferson County Technical College is Accepting Applications
Jefferson County Technical College is currently accepting applications for the upcoming fall semester! If your member is interested in pursuing higher education and would like to learn more about what the program has to offer, please contact our Transitions Manager, Azariah, at [email protected] to set up a meeting! She will be happy to get you […]
Proposed Changes to Indiana Waiver
The Indiana Family Social Services proposes changes to the Aged and Disabled waiver. As a cost-cutting measure, the proposed change prohibits family members from providing services for compensation for their family members. To learn more about the proposed changes and comment please go to the Arc of Indiana’s Call to Action Click Here to learn […]
Celebrate WDSD at the Big Four Blue & Yellow Bridge!
Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st with your DSL family! Thanks to the Smothers Family, the Big Four Bridge will be lit blue and yellow on Thursday, March 21st to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. Join your DSL family for dinner that night at Pig Beach BBQ from 5-8. Pig Beach BBQ […]
Welcome Bayley!
A new face at DSL! Bayley Thompson is a counselor-in-training with the clinical mental health counseling graduate program at the University of the Cumberlands. She is doing her clinical experience here at DSL as an intern under the supervision of Jenny Kimes, helping provide mental health support to our teen and adult members and families. […]
Entrepreneurs with Down syndrome wanted!
You are invited to participate in the 2024 DSAIA Annual Leadership Conference Entrepreneur Showcase! Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action is excited to be bringing back the Entrepreneur Showcase to this year’s conference — February 15-17, 2024 in Dallas, Texas. Click Here to learn more about this year’s conference. The Entrepreneur Showcase will be part of […]
DSL Virtual Cooking – Guacamole
Join John on Sunday, February 4th from 5:30-6:30 as we make homemade guacamole! CLICK HERE to join the Zoom! Prep Time: 15 minutes Serving Size: 1 bowl for 4-6 friends What you’ll need from the store 4 ripe avocados 1 Lime Salt 1 Red Onion Cilantro 2 Roma Tomatoes Jar Minced Garlic Necessary tools Knife […]
Night to Shine at Beechland Baptist Church
Read more about Night to Shine Here The Tim Tebow Foundation presents “Night to Shine 2024” Feb. 9th from 6 pm to 9 pm at Beechland Baptist Church 4613 Greenwood Road Louisville Kentucky 40258 CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM Or Download Guest Registration PDF Guest registration is first come first serve. As of 1/12, […]
The Japan Society of Kentucky visits DSL!
Discover the joy of cultural exchange! @dsoflou Thank you to The Japan Society of Kentucky for atopping by the Academy today! ♬ original sound – Down Syndrome of Louisville On January 10, 2024, the Japan Society of Kentucky brought culture and some new dance moves to Down Syndrome of Louisville. Bringing the enchantment of Japanese […]