Empowering Individuals. Supporting Communities.
Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month 6:00pm-7:00pm Schuler Books Ages 16+ Teens and adults with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbi for Book Club at Schuler Books on 28th Street. Participants in Book Club will get the chance to read fun books with a group of their peers. After completing a book, […]
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 stories, and support each other. DSAWM covers the cost for first-time attendees. This month’s gathering is going to be at Break Room Therapy where you […]
Come join us for our Kibu program for members aged 4 and older on the first Tuesday of every month from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM at the Loutit District Library (Program Room A) in Grand Haven OR the Third Reformed Church in Holland! The program will take place in Grand Haven one month and in Holland the next, alternating between the […]
CMS Music Therapists under the direction of Cindy Edgerton, Director of Music Therapy, will be leading monthly “virtual” music therapy events on the first Wednesday of every month. The participants are split up into two groups based on age, each group will have their own unique Zoom link. These events are meant to be interactive […]
We’re excited to partner with the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre as part of their Community Preview Night program! This special opportunity allows our members and families to enjoy an exclusive first look at upcoming productions. Join us for a free performance of Waitress on June 5, 2025! Please click HERE to reserve your tickets. Please email program@dsawm.org if […]
Summer Stars is a free program for children with Down syndrome aged 7-12 or in grades 1-6. Through a variety of thoughtfully designed activities, including games, crafts, and outdoor play, the program helps children make progress on their IEP (Individualized Education Program) goals while supporting their overall development. Summer Stars will take place Monday-Thursday from […]
The Developmental Sports program, in partnership with Special Olympics and Autism Support of Kent County, is designed to introduce children with developmental disabilities, ages 7-13, to a variety of physical activities. This program will be on Mondays from 4pm-5pm. Each week, we focus on teaching the basics of sports, helping participants develop essential athletic, cognitive, […]
This summer, teens and adults with Down syndrome (ages 12 and up) are invited to join Rapid Runners, a fun and supportive running program where we train together for the LMCU Bridge Run 5k on September 14th! We meet at the pavilion at Manhattan Park to warm up, then participants are paired with volunteers to walk/run […]
Summer Stars is a free program for children with Down syndrome aged 7-12 or in grades 1-6. Through a variety of thoughtfully designed activities, including games, crafts, and outdoor play, the program helps children make progress on their IEP (Individualized Education Program) goals while supporting their overall development. Summer Stars will take place Monday-Thursday from […]
DSAWM is partnering with Arts in Motion for a fun and interactive Kids Sing-Along program on Tuesdays from 4pm-5pm. Bring your voices and sing along with your favorite songs, from kids' classics to Disney to radio hits. Please register HERE if you would like to participate! Please email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
160 68th St. SW, Ste. 110
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
Located inside the Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center
616-956-3488
Monday – Thursday | 9:00am – 5:00pm
