We want to give a BIG shoutout to Ellie Fizer who will soon be heading off to Coastal Carolina University in Conway, SC (Myrtle Beach area) to study the Arts, Independent Living, and Job Skills! Camilla, Ellie’s mom, shares, “Coastal Carolina University offers a wonderful program for individuals with special needs called the LIFE program. We are very excited for her to attend… The staff is wonderful and provides the supervision that makes John and me comfortable, but allows Ellie to experience a typical college life. It is a beautiful campus and a wonderful size that Ellie can navigate and be safe.”
Each semester Ellie will take two typical college courses as well as classes to help her independent living and job skills. Ellie says she is most excited about being on her own, going to athletic games, and meeting friends. “Ellie wanted to know if she “had” to come at Christmas – we immediately said YES!!”, Camilla laughed.
Ellie has already attended their four-day orientation and stayed on campus with other freshmen in the program. “She absolutely loved this time to meet her cohort along with her new roommate and dorm mentor,” says mom. Until she heads off on August 12th, Ellie is working on her room decorations and has decided on a grey and white cheetah print theme. Way to go Ellie! We are so proud of and excited for you!
UPDATE: Ellie made it to Coastal Carolina University at the end of August is making her dreams come true! We are so proud of you, Ellie!
We have some exciting news to share! Over the past several months, Down Syndrome of Louisville (DSL) has been quietly laying the groundwork for something meaningful through the early, “silent phase” of a capital campaign. During this time, our team has engaged in a behind-the-scenes fundraising effort that typically takes place before any broader public […]
If this doesn’t make you want to lock in your ticket for 2027, weeks don’t know what will! Thank you to the incredible Jonathon Cullen for capturing this incredible video from Friday night! Hope to see everyone on April 16th, 2027 at the Galt House!
DSL Receives the Meta Data Center Community Action Grant
Thank you to the Jeffersonville Meta Data Center for their generous grant supporting the purchase of new computers and a storage hub for our Southern Indiana Academy. These tools will help create more opportunities for our members to learn, connect, and build valuable digital skills. We are grateful for Meta’s investment in our community as […]
We are incredibly proud to celebrate Shelly Durbin, Director of Waiver Services and Adult Programs at Down Syndrome of Louisville, who was recently nominated by Andy Beshear to serve on a first-of-its-kind state council focused on advancing services and supports for Kentuckians with disabilities. Shelly’s work at DSL has long been rooted in advocacy, thoughtful […]
On Thursday, November 13th, our Moms Night Out gathered close to seventy incredible moms and caregivers for an evening filled with connection, laughter, and genuine joy. Down Syndrome of Louisville was proud to host the event alongside our partners at Barren Heights, FEAT Louisville, and Critically Loved, creating a space that honored the heart of […]
Sacred Heart Students Craft Kindness for DSL Families
Last week, Down Syndrome of Louisville was honored to welcome two talented students from Sacred Heart Model School — Kinley Jones and Lily Page — who generously donated their time and creativity to support our youngest members. As part of their eighth grade community project, Kinley and Lily handmade a collection of beautifully crocheted stuffed […]
Corresponding Handouts Getting My Period Handout Male Masturbation Female Hygiene Male Hygiene Female Masturbation Periods for Women with Down syndrome
Congratulations to this incredible team of women who served up more than just tennis talent at the 2025 USTA Kentucky Adult 40 & Over State Championship in Lexington! Not only did they ace the competition and take home the state title, but they also chose to give back — selecting Down Syndrome of Louisville as […]
Taylor, Tim, and Sam “the freeze man” joined Tony & Dwight on May 15th to share exciting updates about Down Syndrome of Louisville’s new chapter and our upcoming Pro-Celebrity Golf Tournament!
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We want to give a BIG shoutout to Ellie Fizer who will soon be heading off to Coastal Carolina University in Conway, SC (Myrtle Beach area) to study the Arts, Independent Living, and Job Skills! Camilla, Ellie’s mom, shares, “Coastal Carolina University offers a wonderful program for individuals with special needs called the LIFE program. We are very excited for her to attend… The staff is wonderful and provides the supervision that makes John and me comfortable, but allows Ellie to experience a typical college life. It is a beautiful campus and a wonderful size that Ellie can navigate and be safe.”
