Hi, my name is Megan. I am 26 years old. I love dancing and listening to music, and I am so ready to hang out with my friends again! I really enjoy DSL zoom online everyday – DSL is a big part of my life! Megan and all of our Virtual ADA attendees are especially […]
Read MoreDown Syndrome of Louisville is honored to be a recipient of a grant from the LG&E and KU Foundation. The partnership with LG&E and KU Foundation will allow Down Syndrome of Louisville to continue providing Virtual Adult Education through our Adult Development Academy. Our Virtual Adult Development Academy (ADA) Program offers a full educational curriculum, […]
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In December 2020, the CDC officially categorized people with Down syndrome as “high risk” for COVID-19, meaning that they have a higher likelihood of having more severe symptoms and sadly death. A few studies on COVID-19 underscore the risk to be especially acute in people with Down syndrome who are forty years old or older. […]
Read MoreHello! My name is Isaac! I’m 8 years old and in 1st grade. I love my family, dancing to music, my cat Pumpkin, watching Mickey, wrestling with my dad, and going to church. Oh, and I love to be a helper and clean with my mom! I am thankful for DSL and my friends who […]
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Hello! My name is Isaac! I’m 8 years old and in 1st grade. I love my family, dancing to music, my cat Pumpkin, watching Mickey, wrestling with my dad, and going to church. Oh, and I love to be a helper and clean with my mom! I am thankful for DSL and my friends who […]
Read More I BIG shoutout to Grant Gupton for being selected as one of the 20 under 40 in Shelby County! Congratulations Grant – we are so proud of you!! #20Under40 #DSLKindnessWarrior #ActuallyICan
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I BIG shoutout to Grant Gupton for being selected as one of the 20 under 40 in Shelby County! Congratulations Grant – we are so proud of you!! #20Under40 #DSLKindnessWarrior #ActuallyICan
Read More It’s March & you know what that means? We’re kicking off our #WorldDownSyndromeDay celebration countdown! Let’s show our members some love! Hi! My name is Sam. I am 25 yrs old. I love to sing and act. I have a boy band called Backstreet Dreams. I am missing my favorite program at DSL, the Adult […]
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It’s March & you know what that means? We’re kicking off our #WorldDownSyndromeDay celebration countdown! Let’s show our members some love! Hi! My name is Sam. I am 25 yrs old. I love to sing and act. I have a boy band called Backstreet Dreams. I am missing my favorite program at DSL, the Adult […]
Read More We’re doing a little #ShoutoutSaturday for DSL Member Bridget! Every year for her birthday Bridget loves to give gifts to @Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital , stockpiling gifts from their wish list and delivering them in person. This year, Bridget’s manager from @Kohl’s was so moved by her generosity he contributed 20 children’s books and […]
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A quick #MotivationMonday shoutout to Nonni! She had her first independent shift at @ZEGGZ on Saturday & did amazing!! Our Career Solutions Specialist Zac Sappenfield said Nonni had the shortest training time ever – only 2 shifts! Way to go Nonni – we are so proud of you! #DSLKindnessWarrior #SupportedEmployment #ActuallyICan Partner with our Supported Employment Programs
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We’re dropping Episode 14 TODAY! A special episode recording of a virtual parent education session hosted by Down syndrome of Louisville, led by Zac Sappenfield and Brianna Heitzman, two of our Career Solutions Specialists. In this session, they break down how important it is to utilize chores in your household to ensure future success in the workplace. […]
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https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-j484h-f7e47d This is a special episode, a recording of a virtual parent education session hosted by Down syndrome of Louisville. Led by Zac Sappenfield and Brianna Heitzman, two of our Career Solutions Specialists. In this session they break down how important it is to utilize chores in your household to ensure future success in the […]
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https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-n8uy5-f741dd Carly sat down with Career Solutions Specialist Zac Sappenfield to learn all about Down Syndrome of Louisville’s Career Solutions Program. Our members join Career Solutions as they begin their transition from high school and our team aids in job training, finding them individualized jobs, supporting them on the job, and how hiring individuals with disabilities is […]
Read More We’re dropping Episode 13 on January 12th!! Carly sat down with Career Solutions Specialist Zac Sappenfield to learn all about Down Syndrome of Louisville’s Career Solutions Program. Our members join Career Solutions as they begin their transition from high school and our team aids in job training, finding them individualized jobs and supporting them on […]
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https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-jh5hb-f56172 Down Syndrome of Louisville member Lucas Fortwengler joins Carly in the episode to interview his dad and sister, Steve and Kaitlin. Lucas has accomplished a lot in his life… he has a great job at Cabela’s, he is an Eagle Scout, a gym rat, and most recently he earned a prestigious gold medal from […]
Read More Help us send some LOVE to Lisa & Brianna Brianna and Lisa are two members of the DSL family, who are recovering in the hospital during Christmas this year. Help us send them a card, picture and/or videos with well wishes. And keep up the prayers for a speedy recovery for both of these amazing ladies. […]
Read MoreWe’re dropping Episode 12 on January 4th! Down Syndrome of Louisville member Lucas Fortwengler joins Carly in the episode to interview his dad and sister, Steve and Kaitlin. Lucas has accomplished a lot in his life… he has a great job at Cabela’s, he is an Eagle Scout, a gym rat, and most recently he […]
Read MoreA BIG shout out to our DSL Career Solutions Team who have worked hard all year to make sure our members can continue working in safe environments and share their talents with the community! We wanted to spotlight a few of our amazing members who have worked hard, adapted well, and are thriving in their […]
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We wanted to say a BIG THANK YOU to Eli Robinson, and the whole Robinson family, for helping us provide food to DSL families in need this holiday season! Eli raised money throughout the year for a non-profit of his choice, and he chose DSL! He decided to use this money to help families with […]
Read MoreIt is with broken hearts we share the news of the passing of one of our most beloved volunteers, Mr. Bud. (Herbert Edward Newman) Bud was such a bright spot in anyone’s day, and he was so wonderful with our members. Most days when he was with us he assisted by greeting guests at the […]
Read MoreDown Syndrome Clinic to You (DSC2U) brings the best of health and wellness information about Down syndrome to caregivers and primary care physicians around the globe. We believe that location and personal finances should never prevent someone from accessing the best and most timely medical information for a loved one with Down syndrome. In an […]
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We are dropping a Season 2 teaser for you on December 7th. With Co-host Ankur Chandan, we were thrilled to sit down with Dr. Priya Chandan (who happens to be Ankur’s sister) to talk family, medical advocacy, and Covid-19. Can’t wait for you to meet these power siblings! Dr. Chandan is such a huge advocate […]
Read MoreWe are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of sweet Jeannie Gibson. Her sister wrote this lovely tribute in her honor:She was born January 1, she Died November 18, 2020. She loved her family. She always had smiles on her face. Loved music, her baby dolls and coloring. She loved to play her guitar […]
Read MoreJust because it’s after Thanksgiving doesn’t mean we can’t still be #thankful! ???????????? DeMarcus is thankful for “Ms. Willow, My little cousins, My friend BJ, Bailey, My daddy, My momma, and My sister” #givethanks #Thanksgiving2020 #DSLGratefulness #DSLKindnessWarrior
Read MoreHappy Thanksgiving!! We are so grateful for our amazing community – we could not do what we do without YOU! Amber is #thankful for “Bowling, Helping People, Family, Ms. Willow, All the DSL Community = “US”” #givethanks #Thanksgiving2020 #DSLGratefulness #DSLKindnessWarrior
Read MoreWhat are you thankful for this Wednesday? Share in the comments! ???????????? Connor is thankful for “My family and ancestors, my pets, old friends and new friends, and my band – Backstreet Dreams” #givethanks #Thanksgiving2020 #DSLGratefulness #DSLKindnessWarrior
Read MoreHappy #ThankfulTuesday! ???????????? Andrew is #thankful for “My Family and best friends, Working out, Eating junk food by myself, The Florida Georgia Line, Ranch Dressing, Taco Bell, The Cubs, and My Girlfriend” #givethanks #Thanksgiving2020 #DSLGratefulness #DSLKindnessWarrior
Read MoreIt’s Thanksgiving Week!! You know what that means – all week we’ll be sharing some of the things we are most grateful for year after year! Patricia is thankful for “Shopping, The Flinstones, My Brother Tom, My Roommate Kim, and My Birthday” #givethanks #Thanksgiving2020 #DSLGratefulness #DSLKindnessWarrior
Read MoreSchool-Age Support Manager, Susan Teaford, has worked tirelessly throughout this strange year and pandemic to offer updated resources and support for our families with kiddos in elementary and middle school. As this school year is drawing to a close and new one to begin around the corner, Susan continues to search for ways to assist […]
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