Jack, 5
Jack loves playing with his brother and going to swim class. He always has a smile or hug for new friends!
Addison, 6
Addison is the big sister to Aaliyah and little sister to Ella. She is witty, smart, and full of life!
Eric, 33
Eric is a one man band who plays the guitar, trumpet, keyboard, and sings. He loves his music and making people happy.
Allie, 26
Allie is a self-advocate who loves her friends, working at her various jobs, dancing, modeling, skiing, exercising, and journaling.
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3 events,This series of workshops for members aged 14 years and older will focus on a variety of skills one needs to work towards independence. We will have Independent Living Skills every Monday from […] Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome are invited to this support group that meets on the fourth Monday of every month. The Aging with Down Syndrome Meetings are sponsored by […] |
3 events,Join DSAWM, Autism Support of Kent County, and Special Olympics in our Young Athletes program. This program will be on Tuesdays from 5:30pm-6:15pm in the SOMI Auxiliary Gym. Young Athletes is a sport […] Join DSAWM, Autism Support of Kent County, and Special Olympics in our Developmental Sports program. This program will be on Tuesdays from 6:15pm-7:00pm in the SOMI Auxiliary Gym. Developmental Sports is a […] |
1 event,Join our Dance program with Molly from Arts in Motion and our intern Molly! This is an adaptive program for all of our teens and adult members aged 13 and older. We stretch, dance, […] |
2 events,We’re excited to once again partner with the Comprehensive Therapy Center (CTC) to offer free Therapeutic Play and Learn groups that focus on child led play in a supportive, therapeutic […] Grand Rapids Cooking Capers is a program led by GVSU nutrition students to teach independence in the kitchen for members 12 and older (members 12-15 must have a guardian present). We work on goals […] |
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This spring marks the 22nd Anniversary of our Winners Cup Benefit! We will celebrate where it all began at Kent Country Club on Saturday, May 2nd. Guests will enjoy the running […] |
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Join us for a fun and welcoming Cinco de Mayo Family Fiesta on May 5th from 5:30pm-7:30pm in the SOMI Athlete Hub (160 68th St SW Grand Rapids, MI 49548). […] |
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Join us on May 9th from 9:30am-11:30am at PLAY Muskegon for a relaxed Mother’s Day gathering. This event is open to all ages and offers a welcoming space to spend […] |
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Join us on May 14th for a day filled with excitement and camaraderie at Boulder Creek Golf Club. The event kicks off with a 9:00 AM shotgun start, promising a […] We’re excited to once again partner with the Comprehensive Therapy Center (CTC) to offer free Therapeutic Play and Learn groups that focus on child led play in a supportive, therapeutic […] |
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Join us on May 16th from 11:00am-12:30pm for an Employment Workshop! Representatives from Beyond 26, IKUS Life Enrichment Services, and Aim to Inspire will share how their organizations support individuals […] |
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3 events,Join us for our monthly Dance program with Molly from Arts in Motion at the Loutit District Library, typically held on the third Monday of each month from 6:00pm-7:00pm! This adaptive […] Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome are invited to this support group that meets on the fourth Monday of every month. However, since DSAWM is closed on Memorial Day, this […] |
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Mom’s Night Out is a monthly program for mothers raising children with Down syndrome. Each month, mom’s have the opportunity to enjoy different activities and come together to connect, share […] |
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Join us on June 6th at the Herrick District Library from 10am-12pm for a Behavior Workshop led by Sarah Feaster. Sarah Feaster is a Social Worker and a parent of […] |
