Join DSL at Gravely Brewing Co for our first-ever beer release! We’ve partnered with Gravely Brewing Co for our first-ever beer, the “Boogie Down Brew”! Join DSL at Gravely on Friday, October 11th from 5-8 for our official beer release! Enjoy not only a fresh beverage but also a performance from the Boogie Down Crew! […]
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CLICK HERE to read the article from the Courier Journal on Zac, Drew, and our Career Solutions program!
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Thanks to a generous grant from the Kentucky Colonels, Down Syndrome of Louisville is shifting into a new gear! We are thrilled to announce that we have received a generous $20,000 grant from the Kentucky Colonels! This incredible gift will be used to purchase a new accessible bus, ensuring that all of our members can […]
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Do you own a copy of this book? Unfortunately “Babies with Down Syndrome: A New Parents Guide” is no longer being published. We at DSL believe that this book is one of the better books to help prepare our new DSL families. If you are no longer using this book and would like […]
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Please welcome the latest member of the DSL team, Heather Rhein! Heather joins us as a new Academy Teacher! “Before coming to DSL, I worked as a sped assistant with the Providence School at Christian Academy of Louisville. Outside of work, I enjoy attending church and serving at Southeast Christian Church. A few hobbies I […]
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Down Syndrome of Louisville volunteer, Louisville native, and basketball professional Trey Moses has invited DSL and friends to his Celebrity Basketball Game! Join Trey and other Louisville greats for the “Be the Reason” Celebrity Game on Saturday, June 22nd at 4 pm. CLICK HERE to RSVP for tickets Families must RSVP by Thursday, June 20th […]
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Congratulations to DSL members Gabby & Treasure on graduating from Ivy Tech Community College!
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Congratulations to DSL members Jill Wright and Jack Chady on graduating from Bellarmine University’s College Connections Program! Let’s get to know our graduates a little more! Jill’s favorite subjects to study in school are Photography, Acting, and Communications. Outside of the classroom, you can find Jill enjoying volunteering, playing sports, and learning American Sign […]
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Join DSL on Wednesday, June 12th from 6-8 pm for our first-ever College Fair open house. Ivy Tech, Jefferson Community and Technical College, Western, and other programs will be present to talk about options and availability for this fall and beyond. RSVP Here Questions? Email Azariah
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Win a piece of Derby 150 History While Supporting Down Syndrome of Louisville Nonprofit Benefits from Raffle of Winning Jockey’s Oaks and Derby Pants Click here for DSL’s Press Release Louisville, Ky. (May 5, 2024) – Following their attendance at the Down Syndrome of Louisville (DSL) Gallop Gala in April, jockey Brian Hernandez and […]
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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 […]
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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.”
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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! […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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In a heartwarming display of generosity and community spirit, the Cochran Family in collaboration with Starlight Distillery, recently made a significant contribution to Down Syndrome of Louisville (DSL). Funds were raised through the sale of specially crafted bourbon bottles. With unique endeavor not only raised funds for a noble cause but also brought people together […]
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We are so excited to be partnering with Power and Grace Gymnastics in Prospect! Our Adult Academy members are visiting this trampoline and gymnastics facility once a week and having a wonderful time! P&G are generously offering their space and staff to our Academy members each Wednesday morning for free. Thank you so so […]
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A huge thank you to the Robinson crew that provided three bags of groceries for our families in need. With the help of the Robinsons, 20 families were provided groceries for those in need as part of our adopt-a-family program this holiday season! Thank you again to all of those who helped take care of […]
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