Our Workshops

Conferences

A large conference with nationally known speakers is typically scheduled bi-annually.   Conferences have focused on social issues, healthcare, behavioral issues, sexuality, abuse prevention, estate planning and education techniques.

We are devoted to providing pertinent educational opportunities that empower our membership and community to become better educated about people with Down syndrome, the challenges they face, and how to help these individuals achieve their life goals.

Smaller Scale Workshops and Talks

Periodically, we schedule smaller scale workshops and programs that cover topics related to Down syndrome in the areas of parenting, education, healthcare, recreation, therapies, self advocacy, sibling issues, behavior, and life planning to name a few.

Virtual Workshops
GUARDIANSHIP & THE ALTERNATIVES

Join us as we welcome guest speaker Cathering Davey, J.D., LL.M to learn more about gurdianships and alternatives. For nearly 30 years, Catherine Davey has practiced law. She focuses her practice on probate, guardianship, guardian advocacy, estate planning, and the drafting and implementation of Special Needs Trusts for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities.

February 22, 2024 from 6:00-7:30pm

Register in advance for this meeting HERE

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DSACC IS BRINGING THE IMPROVANEER METHOD TO THE CENTRAL VALLEY!

The Improvaneer Method is an improv program created for individuals with developmental disabilities, and not only do we have fun learning improv, we teach some very important skills that will increase social and workplace opportunities like –

  • TEAM WORK
  • LISTENING
  • FOCUS
  • SELF CONFIDENCE
  • PROBLEM SOLVING
  • QUICK THINKING
  • ADAPTING TO CHANGE

All instruction during this program involves games, interaction, and improvisation designed to build the skills listed above.

This 5-week improv course will be FUN, FUN, FUN!  Participants will meet twice a week – every Monday & Wednesday for 90 minutes from 4:00-5:30pm

Stay tuned for 2024 dates!

OUR MISSION

To enhance the quality of life for all people whose lives are touched by Down syndrome.

OUR VISION

We envision a community that demonstrates acceptance, inclusion and appreciation for those who have Down syndrome.