Tuesday
November 4th
Finding Calm in the Chaos: Recognizing and Responding to Caregiver Stress.
In this engaging session, Elizabeth Wofford, mom, counselor, professor, and trauma researcher, shares what medical trauma really looks like for parents, how our bodies get stuck in survival mode, and what we can do to begin coming back to calm.
10:00 AM (Central Time)
Monday
November 10th
IEP Support and Advocacy: How to be a Confident Voice for your Child.
Come learn how to confidently navigate the IEP process. We are bringing in Jennie Dopp, an expert from Caring Tide, to help you understand your rights, communicate effectively with school teams, and ensure your child's educational needs are met.
7:00 PM (Central Time)
Material Assistance:
We provide medical, therapeutic and adaptive equipment, care packages, and developmental and educational tools to families in the Down syndrome community who may be experiencing financial strain.
educational opportunities:
We endeavor to educate families and providers about effective and cutting-edge techniques, procedures, and programs that maximize our children’s lived experiences with expert-led sessions offering insights, guidance, and real-life stories.
medical advocacy:
Finding healthcare professionals who genuinely respect and uphold the dignity and value of children with Down syndrome can be a challenge. We're building a directory that will serve as a trusted resource listing providers who not only offer excellent care but also champion the dignity, worth, and purpose of every child they serve.
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