Congrats to DSL Member, Jill Wright, on being cast in Redline Performing Arts Company’s upcoming production of Sister Act the Musical! “Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! Featuring original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty […]
DSL Chef Level: Intermediate (stove) Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb ground beef or turkey 1 large onion diced finely 16 oz coleslaw mix 1/2 cup carrots peeled and finely shredded 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1 tbsp garlic minced 1/2 to 3/4 […]
DSL Chef Level: Easy (chopping) Ingredients 4-5 medium-sized Roma tomatoes finely diced 1/4 cup fresh basil finely chopped 3 cloves garlic minced 2 tsp balsamic vinegar 1/4-1/2 tsp sea salt 1/4 tsp ground pepper 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil divided 1 loaf of French bread Instructions Wash your hands! Cut the tomatoes into […]
DSL Chef Level: Easy (microwave/air fryer) Ingredients Prepared mashed potatoes (Carly will use Bob Evans brand) Prepared gravy (country-style or brown, your preference) Chicken nuggets or chicken strips (Carly will use the air fryer) Handful of corn (canned or frozen/steamed) Shredded cheese Salt and pepper Instructions Wash your hands! Heat up all of your ingredients […]
DSL Chef Level: Intermediate (stove, microwave) Ingredients: Fresh Salmon (we do 6oz per person in my family) Green onion 2 Tablespoons of butter 1 lemon Bag of jasmine microwavable rice (any rice will be fine!) 1 zucchini Salt, pepper, olive oil Greek seasoning (optional) Dried Dill (optional) Instructions: Preheat the oven to 420 degrees. […]
DSL Chef Level: Intermediate (oven) Ingredients: 1/3 cup milk 1 egg 1 1/2 tablespoon taco seasoning, divided 1 (14 3/4 ounce) can cream-style corn 1 (8.5 ounce) box corn muffin mix (such as Jiffy) 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles, drained 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast […]
DSL chef level: easy Makes about 28 pieces Ingredients: 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips 3 clementine oranges 1 tablespoon chopped roasted almonds Pinch of flaky sea salt Directions: Wash your hands! Line a sheet pan with parchment paper If they aren’t already, chop your almonds Put the chocolate chips into a small bowl and microwave […]
CLICK HERE to join the Zoom Chef skill level: intermediate. (Stove, boiling water, chopping) Can easily be modified for a novice chef. Ingredients: Salt (to salt your pasta water) 1 box of penne pasta 2 tablespoons of olive oil (twice around the pan) 5 thick slices of pancetta OR thick cut bacon, diced 1 small […]
DSL Chef Level: Easy (Microwave, Broiler) *Modification: could use microwave or air fryer instead of broiler Ingredients: 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled 2 russet potatoes 1/2 cup of sour cream OR plain greek yogurt 2 scallions 1/2 cup black olives salt and pepper to taste 1 cup of your favorite shredded cheese Directions: […]
DSL Chef Level: Intermediate (Stove) Modification: could use ready pasta and microwave the broccoli if aren’t ready to use the stove independently Ingredients: 1 box of bowtie pasta 1 bag of frozen broccoli (9-10oz) Olive oil, for drizzling 2 tsp minced garlic 1 cup of starchy pasta water (Don’t forget to save it!) 1/3 to […]
DSL Chef Level: Easy (some chopping) Makes 4 servings Ingredients: Please note- there are many ingredients listed, but you can just add the items you like! For the dressing: Your favorite vinaigrette OR 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil salt and pepper to taste For the salad: chunks or pearls of mozzarella cheese […]
DSL Chef level: Intermediate (Oven use) Sensory warning! May want gloves to mix and make meatballs with our hands Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef or turkey 4 oz. pepperoni chopped up into small bits 1 egg 1/2 Italian bread crumbs 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder cooking spray […]
DSL Chef Level: Intermediate (skillet use) *Could modify and use a panini press, sandwich press or George Forman grill instead of skillet Ingredients: (Carly will make both sandwiches, but you can choose just one if you’d like) For the Monte Cristos: 4 slices of thin sandwich bread (we will make 2 savory sandwiches) 4 slices […]
DSL Chef level: easy Smoothies are amazing because you can make them however you like! Smoothie bowls are even more fun because you get to add yummy items to the top of your smoothie bowl. The trick is to keep your smoothie mixture super thick so you can eat it with a spoon, and top […]
DSL Chef Level: Easy (Microwave) CLICK HERE to join the Zoom on Sunday Oct 26th Ingredients 1 cup pretzels 2½ cups Honey Nut Cheerios 2½ cups Corn Chex 1 cup peanuts 1 package (12 ounces) candy corn M&M’s 2 cups candy corn 1 package (12 ounces) white chocolate chips 1 ½ Tablespoons vegetable oil Halloween sprinkles optional Instructions Wash your hands! In a large bowl combine the pretzels, Cheerios, Corn Chex, peanuts, […]
DSL Chef Level: Easy (stove) Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 1 packet taco seasoning 2 cups water 2 cups Minute Rice uncooked 1 cup salsa 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Taco fixin’s of your choice- tortilla chips, tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream… Instructions In a large skillet, brown and crumble ground beef. Drain excess grease. Add […]
DSL Chef Level: Easy Before class: Thaw your pie crust! Read the package instructions Ingredients: 14.1 ounce refrigerated package pie crust (2 crusts) or a can of biscuits 1/2 can (21 ounce) apple pie filling (or your favorite pie filling) 1 large egg water 3 teaspoons sugar Caramel sauce for dipping, optional Directions: Wash your Hands! Cut the pie crusts into 5-inch circles using a […]
You have ONE HUNDRED days until it’s time to go OVER THE EDGE for Down Syndrome of Louisville. – Anyone who raises $1,000 or more gets to send someone Over The Edge of Louisville Hyatt Regency in Downtown Louisville. – If $1500 is raised, you get to wear a GoPro to document the experience. – […]
Ingredients: 1 1/2 California Avocados, diced 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup red onion, diced 2 Tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, diced 1/2 lime, juiced 1/2 tsp Kosher salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/8 tsp garlic powder 4 full-size egg roll wrappers canola oil spray Avocado Dip Ingredients (optional!): 2 Tbsp light sour […]
TAKE ACTION ACTION ALERT: ASK CONGRESS TO FULLY FUND THE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES EDUCATION ACT The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), originally passed in 1975, guarantees all students with disabilities the right to a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment. Along with the rights to students and families conferred by IDEA, […]
Hello everyone! My name is Shelby Young. I was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky along with my two sisters Lauren and Bailee who both happen to have Down Syndrome. I am the middle child, so I had a unique experience growing up and had the opportunity to see how services and supportive opportunities for those […]
I was born and raised in Louisville with my 2 older brothers (Jason and Josh – yes I am the baby and the only girl). My father was a Home Builder and my Mother was a Registered Nurse and homemaker. I attended St. Bartholomew for elementary and middle school. Graduated with Honors from Assumptions High […]
Raised to live in a way that must have reason and purpose. DSL: My background in having a cousin with down syndrome, working a couple of Special Olympics State games with my aunt while growing up, and coaching the Louisville Jazz, a basketball team with many members of DSL has lead me to want a […]
My first connection with DSL was 20 years ago when my daughter Ellie was born. At that time, DSL was very small, operating in a tiny office. Our first Buddy Walk there was about 150 people present. We watched DSL grow into the renovated old house on Bardstown Road and now to our beautiful campus. […]
Work: Insuramax, Insurance Agent/Partner From: Louisville High School: Ballard (1999 State Soccer Champions and Ranked #1 in the country) College: University of Kentucky Hobbies: Golf, Tennis, Family, Soccer Community: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Wesley Manor, Independent Insurance Agents of Kentucky, and YPAL. Wife: Lindsay Family: Harper (11), Molly Frances (8) and Wells (6) Dog: Annie […]
Everyday is a gift and no matter the situation you have the power to brighten someone’s days with a simple smile and hello. Jayme Perez has been in sales and marketing for over 20 years. She has a digital marketing background previously working for major newspaper companies and TV stations. Jayme is currently a Sponsorship Sales […]
Came to U.S. for Graduate studies from India fifty years ago Worked at AT&T Bell Labs in Atlanta in the field of Optical Fiber Reliability for 26 years Taught MBA and DBA at Argosy University for 16 years Our daughter Priya encouraged us to move to Louisville and introduced us to DSL After visiting […]
I am currently running a healthcare RCM company that provides services to Federally Qualified Health Centers and Behavioral Health organizations. Many of our clients are serving underserved communities and almost all are non-profit organizations. I have been married to my wife Ange for 29 years this coming February. We have 2 sons Conner (25) and Evan […]
