The Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh is a group of parents and professionals dedicated to enriching the lives of people with Down syndrome.
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Did you know that at this year's 30th Annual #PghBuddyWalk on Saturday 10/19 at PNC Park, DSAP is closing down Federal Street & hosting an outdoor concert following the walk? Visit ds-stride.org/pghbuddywalk/r… to join us! Registration includes a Walk t-shirt & entry to the concert!
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Did you know that DSAP is almost entirely run by volunteers? We celebrate our volunteers everyday & would like to share our upcoming #volunteer opportunities! There are so many ways to get involved! Learn about upcoming opportunities & sign up at dsapgh.org/volunteer. #dsapgh
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Yesterday, DSAP hosted a #FamilyConnection book reading with @storieslikeme, where local author, @joyeilene, read her book The Unstoppable Jamie 🦸♂️📘. It was an afternoon filled with #reading, #learning, & #connecting! Thank you Joy and to Stories Like Me for hosting💙💛 #dsapgh
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Join DSAP for a special #FamilyConnection afternoon program TODAY at 2pm at @storieslikeme bookstore. Local author, Joy Givens, will read her book “The Unstoppable Jamie." The event is FREE and open to ALL ages, families, and community members! RSVP here: t.ly/tqxkb.
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Sharing a #resource from @LuMindIDSC: myDSC Webinar Series: Is it Sensory or is it Behavior? Join Katie Frank, PhD, OTR/L & Abby Rowley, LCSW on 9/12 at 1pm as they discuss causes for behavior change & how to determine a sensory need or a behavior issue: t.ly/lu0IL.
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Buddy Up Tennis is back! 🎾Join @BuddyUpForLife for for a 12-week fall/winter session of #tennis starting Saturday, 9/14 from 8:30-10am at Alpha Tennis & #Fitness! Scan the QR code or click here to learn more & register: t.ly/3hqTg. No tennis experience is required!
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#TBT to this month's DSAP Mom's #Connection. A group of incredible moms came together & found comfort & understanding in each other's company. Together, we’re building a #community where every mom feels seen, heard, & supported. To host a Mom's Connection email info@dsapgh.org.
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On this #BuddyWalkWednesday DSAP is excited to share that we are getting closer to our 30th Annual Pgh Buddy Walk fundraising goal of $250,000 thanks to YOU! Take the first step & #donate or register today to join us on Saturday, October 19 by visiting ds-stride.org/pghbuddywalk!
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🥊Down to Box is back! @Fit4BoxingClub has partnered with DSAP to offer a fall session of our popular #fitness & boxing program for individuals with Down syndrome and other intellectual/developmental disabilities at two locations. Learn more & register at t.ly/7w4uk.
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📸✨ DSAP #FashionShow Recap ✨What an incredible day at DSAP's 2nd Annual Fashion Show in partnership with Ross Park Mall, American Eagle Outfitters, Aerie/Offline, & the Aerie Real Foundation🌟Swipe through for highlights of our models rocking the runway & stay tuned for more!
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Sharing from Therapy Works LLC: FUNctionally Fit by Therapy Works LLC offers in-person or Zoom group & individual #fitness & #nutrition training sessions for children & adults with Down syndrome. Contact us today to join in the fun: 412-841-8908; therapy@therapyworksllc.com. #Fun
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Sharing from @NDSS: Join our free webinar on 8/27 at 1PM ET as NDSS Senior Manager of Education Programs Jessica Kuss & NDSS Programs Associate Charlotte Woodward discuss the unique profile of strengths & challenges that individuals with Ds face: t.ly/6UOSS. #NDSS
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Join DSAP for a special #FamilyConnection afternoon program where #author, Joy Givens, will read her book 📕 "The Unstoppable Jamie" on Sunday, August 11 at 2pm at the @storieslikeme #bookstore. This event is FREE & open to ALL. Learn more & RSVP here: t.ly/ap5XL.
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We're excited to announce our SPECIAL GUESTS for this year's Fashion Show happening on 8/3 at Ross Park Mall at 2pm.
⭐ Miss Pennsylvania 2024, Page Weinstein will be this year's emcee
⭐Elsa will be there for meet & greets after the Fashion Show
RSVP: t.ly/wQ19e.
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Our DSAP Fashion Show model spotlights wrap up today with these four models who will also be rocking the runway at Ross Park Mall THIS ✨Saturday, August 3 at 2pm✨! To attend the Fashion Show & cheer on all of the models, RSVP here: t.ly/SYYAP. #dsapgh #FashionShow
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🌟TODAY🌟 is the deadline to submit your photo for the 2025 DSAP Community Calendar! To complete the registration form for submitting a photo click here: t.ly/-EDHL. You will then need to follow the instructions in the confirmation email to officially submit a photo.
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DSAP continues to spotlight our Fashion Show models who will be rocking the runway at Ross Park Mall (Center Court) THIS ✨Saturday, August 3 at 2pm✨! Check out each model's spotlight and read their bio. To RSVP for the Show click here: t.ly/SYYAP. #dsapgh #Fashion
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Sharing a recap of DSAP's Private Shopping Event at @AEO Ross Park Mall! The store was open just for DSAP families & many of DSAP's Fashion Show models shopped to get their runway outfits. RSVP to see them #RocktheRunway on 8/3 at 2pm at Ross Park Mall: t.ly/LQEYY.
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Sharing a #resource from @dsac001:
Registration is now open for our next virtual Down Syndrome Symposium. You will receive the recordings if you aren't able to attend live. Click here to learn more about the sessions & to register: givebutter.com/KemG6A.
#DsASDConnection
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Local photographer, Dave Hochendoner, is offering a ⭐FREE photo session⭐ for individuals with Down syndrome of all ages and their families on Monday, July 29 at North Park from 6pm-8pm! To register for a session or to submit your own photo click here: t.ly/Xle-d.
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