Down Syndrome Education: Digital Workshops, Webinars & Trainings
At Down Syndrome of Louisville, we are passionate about meeting our members and families where they are. We offer monthly Family Education Workshops covering important and high-interest topics to help you and your child thrive. We also, record and share these resources so that anyone can benefit from them. Be sure to check the local calendar for live workshops, and check out all of our recorded sessions below.
Regression In Teens and Adults with Down syndrome
2022 Series
Dr. Jenny Kimes and DSL parents discuss regression, catatonia, and other topics together. If you have questions about this session, don’t hesitate to email JennyK@dsoflou.org
DS-ASD Q&A
2022 Series
Teresa Unnerstall and Charlotte Gray from the Down Syndrome- Autism Connection joined us for a Question and Answer session.
Developing Responsibilty
The Career Solutions Team teaches us the importance of chores in the household early on to foster independence needed in the workplace later.
Educational Advocacy & IEPs
2021 Series
- Session 1: Susan Teaford, DSL School Age Manager, walks us through the IEP and gives tips on how to ensure your child’s success.
- Session 2: Rhonda Logsdon, Executive Director with KY Spin presents effective strategies for a successful IEP.
Toilet Training Session
2021 Series
Dr. Jenny Kimes Shares Tips & Tricks for toilet training success.
Behavior Strategies
2021 Series
Dr. Jenny Kimes and behavior therapist Melissa Trent talk to parents about behavior strategies- specifically, some new behaviors brought on by the pandemic.
Indiana Waivers
2021 Series
David Sprowl, Family Advocacy Programs Manager with the Arc of Indiana shared the services provided by the Indiana Medicaid Developmental Waivers and how to apply for these services.
Aging and Down syndrome: Positive Approach to Care (PAC)
Teepa Snow, a renowned specialist on dementia care and creator of Positive Approach to Care joined us to talk about how we can best care for our aging members with dementia.
All DSL recorded Education Sessions
Check out all of our recorded Educational Sessions on our YouTube Playlist “Educational Sessions”