• Surf Camp

    Surf Camp
    Holland State Beach 2398 Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland, Michigan, United States

    Surf & Turf Therapy is a nonprofit organization committed to bettering lives through non-traditional therapeutic activities such as surfing. DSAWM and Surf & Turf are partnering this summer to offer 4 days of surf camp at Holland State Beach. This camp will be ran by Dr. Jillian who is a Physical Therapist and the founder of […]

  • Summer Stars

    Summer Stars
    Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids

    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 […]

  • Developmental Sports

    Developmental Sports
    Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI

    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, […]

  • Rapid Runners

    Rapid Runners
    Manhattan Park 3180 Cascade Rd SE, East Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    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 […]

  • Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting

    Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids

    Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome are invited to this support group that meets every month. The Aging with Down Syndrome Meetings are sponsored by DSAWM and Alzheimer’s Association. Participants share experiences and discuss the process of caring for loved ones growing older with Down syndrome. Please register HERE if you are interested in attending […]

  • Surf Camp

    Surf Camp
    Holland State Beach 2398 Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland, Michigan, United States

    Surf & Turf Therapy is a nonprofit organization committed to bettering lives through non-traditional therapeutic activities such as surfing. DSAWM and Surf & Turf are partnering this summer to offer 4 days of surf camp at Holland State Beach. This camp will be ran by Dr. Jillian who is a Physical Therapist and the founder of […]

  • Summer Stars

    Summer Stars
    Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids

    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 […]

  • Kids Sing-Along with Arts in Motion

    Kids Sing-Along with Arts in Motion
    Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI

    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.

  • Book Club

    Book Club
    Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books 2660 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    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, […]