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.
Jase, 2
Jase loves dancing with his siblings, dogs, and all things baby shark!
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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, […] |
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DSAWM is partnering with Building Blocks Therapy Services to provide a 5-week Baby Sign Language program for members aged 0-5! The program will be Thursdays from 2:00pm-3:00pm in the DSAWM playroom (160 […] The Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan and Artists Creating Together proudly present a talent show featuring YOU! Register for this class that will culminate in a showcase of your […] 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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DSAWM is partnering with Fuzion Skillz to provide a martial arts class for members aged 8 and older! This class will be on Fridays from 5:00pm-6:00pm at the Fuzion Skillz studio (3006 […] |
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Buddy Up Tennis is a 90-minute tennis and fitness program specifically created for individuals with Down syndrome ages 5+ who we call our Athletes. Buddy volunteers are partnered with Athletes […]
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DSAWM is excited to host a Lakeshore gathering at Grand Fun in Grand Haven on March 7th from 5:00–7:00pm! Come enjoy bowling, arcade games, pizza, and pop while spending time with other DSAWM families […] |
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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 […] |
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, […] |
1 event,
The Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan and Artists Creating Together proudly present a talent show featuring YOU! Register for this class that will culminate in a showcase of your […] |
1 event,
DSAWM is partnering with Fuzion Skillz to provide a martial arts class for members aged 8 and older! This class will be on Fridays from 5:00pm-6:00pm at the Fuzion Skillz studio (3006 […] |
2 events,
Buddy Up Tennis is a 90-minute tennis and fitness program specifically created for individuals with Down syndrome ages 5+ who we call our Athletes. Buddy volunteers are partnered with Athletes […]
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Come celebrate and connect with the community at our World Down Syndrome Day Gathering for Kalamazoo area families at Ripple Effects Inclusion Center! Ripple Effects is an inclusive facility that has […] |
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The Grand Rapids Children’s Museum is hosting DSAWM for another Friends Just Like Me event on March 16th from 5pm-7pm. Come celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with us by wearing your mismatched socks […] 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 […] |
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 […]
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The Grand Rapids Gold basketball team is donating free tickets for DSAWM members for their game on March 17th at 7pm! Here is the link if you would like tickets: […] |
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,
The Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan and Artists Creating Together proudly present a talent show featuring YOU! Register for this class that will culminate in a showcase of your […] 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 […] |
1 event,
DSAWM is partnering with Fuzion Skillz to provide a martial arts class for members aged 8 and older! This class will be on Fridays from 5:00pm-6:00pm at the Fuzion Skillz studio (3006 […] |
2 events,
Buddy Up Tennis is a 90-minute tennis and fitness program specifically created for individuals with Down syndrome ages 5+ who we call our Athletes. Buddy volunteers are partnered with Athletes […]
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March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day, and we’re excited to celebrate with you at the DSAWM Dance! Join us at the NEW location, Viewpond Banquet Hall, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm […] |
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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 […] Join us for Kalamazoo Cooking Capers every other Monday from 5:00pm-6:30pm! Cooking Capers is an engaging program led by Western Michigan University nutrition students, designed to teach kitchen independence to participants with Down syndrome […] 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 […] |
3 events,
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, […] The Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan and Artists Creating Together proudly present a talent show featuring YOU! Register for this class that will culminate in a showcase of your […]
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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 […] |
1 event,
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The Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan and Artists Creating Together proudly present a talent show featuring YOU! Register for this class that will culminate in a showcase of your […] |
1 event,
DSAWM is partnering with Fuzion Skillz to provide a martial arts class for members aged 8 and older! This class will be on Fridays from 5:00pm-6:00pm at the Fuzion Skillz studio (3006 […] |
1 event,
Buddy Up Tennis is a 90-minute tennis and fitness program specifically created for individuals with Down syndrome ages 5+ who we call our Athletes. Buddy volunteers are partnered with Athletes […] |
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0 events,
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2 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 […] |
2 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, […] |
1 event,
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 […] |
0 events,
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1 event,
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Buddy Up Tennis is a 90-minute tennis and fitness program specifically created for individuals with Down syndrome ages 5+ who we call our Athletes. Buddy volunteers are partnered with Athletes […] |
