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February is the month when we celebrate Valentine's Day with heart-shaped sugar cookies, assorted chocolates, bouquets of red roses, and candlelight dinners. Valentine's Day is so vital that some might say, "Without Valentine's Day, February would be... well, January" (American comedian, Jim Gaffigan).
Putting the romance and humor aside, the Utah Down Syndrome Foundation (UDSF) would like to wish you and your family a very Happy Valentine's Day. Since 1977, the UDSF has been providing community programs that love, lift, and launch individuals with Down syndrome and their families. The following are the programs that UDSF currently offers:
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To learn more about these programs, please visit "Navigating Down Syndrome" or "Programs" at udsf.org. Some of these programs are simple, and some are more involved, but their purpose is to offer you hope, education and support so that you feel loved and not alone. Mother Teressa described love as, "Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great Love." Happy Valentine's Day, from UDSF!
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February's "Love.Lift.Launch." highlight features the Mountain West Ballet (MWB). This ballet company is based out of Sandy, Utah and not only provides opportunities for dancers from over 26 dance schools, colleges, and universities but it also includes dancers of all abilities. This past December our very own 8-year-old Sara Lutkin performed in MWB's annual Nutcracker where over 150 members of the UDSF community were there to cheer her on (see news report below). In addition to supporting dancers with Down syndrome, the MWB supports their families and the community as well. Every year, the MWB invites the UDSF community to attend their productions at no charge. UDSF is grateful to the MWB for helping to "Love.Lift.Launch" individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the community through the beauty of ballet.
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UDSF's Elementary School Readiness Program for Parents - "Kindergarten Kickoff"
When: February 15, 2020
Time: 9:00 to 11:00 am
Where: In Cache County & Online
In-person: Springhill Suites, 635 South Riverwoods Parkway
Logan UT, 84321
Online: Your instructor will email you the Zoom Link prior to class
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Taking care of someone with extraordinary needs can be very difficult. In this workshop, we will talk about the needs and the ways to care for the person with a disability, or special health care need, as well as your own needs. More importantly, learn and practice some techniques to help you take care of yourself and reduce stress!
When: Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Where: RRCI Independent Living Center, 168 N 100 E #101, St George, UT 84770
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When: Thursday, February 13, 2020
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Where: PARC Center, 485 PARC Circle, Clearfield, UT 84015
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Puberty can be a stressful time, especially for you and your child with an intellectual and/or developmental disability which can include Autism. This workshop gives you resources and tips on how to talk to your child about these sensitive topics at their level of understanding. ADULTS ONLY
When: Thursday, February 13, 2020
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM MST
Where: Independent Living Center, 52 N Main St.
Tooele, UT 84074
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“Be the change you want to see in the world.” - Mohandas Gandhi Meet new people, make new friends, advocate for Down syndrome, and feel good all at the same time - come join UDSF's team of volunteers! Together we can "Love.Lift.Launch" individuals with Down syndrome and their families.
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Calvin Curtis, Attorney at Law, is UDSF's Premier Sponsor. Mr. Curtis specializes in special needs estate planning. Click on the logo below to learn more.
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