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Part two: Unraveling acronyms and options for developmentally disabled
Like the doctors talk about blood types, chromosomes and terrifying named heart defects, so do the people that serve the Developmentally Disabled (DD).But who can blame them? If they said every word...
View ArticleSeries of seminars for developmentally disabled begins
The Winter 2010-2011 “Dreaming New Dreams: Using the Home-Based Service Programs for Success” series of seminars begins Wednesday, Dec. 8, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at Mariner’s Village, One Resort...
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Obesity in Down syndrome: Where did Tricia go? (Photos)
Obesity sneaks up on a parent of a Down syndrome child. If the child has a heart defect it means they don’t have a very good appetite. So, parents encourage and praise eating from day one. The heart...
View ArticleLocal events happening for special needs kids
Tennis anyone?Jensen Schmidt Tennis Academy for Down Syndrome will be training in cardio, weights, balance and tennis. They have court time reserved on Saturday March 10, 2012 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00...
View ArticleLocal bike camp and training offers for special needs kids
Lose the Training WheelsThe Riverbend Down Syndrome Association offers four Lose the Training Wheels bike camp scholarships which will run Monday, June 4, through Friday June 8, 2012 at South...
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CRPD strives to protect six hundred and fifty million individuals
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, (CRPD) in operation since May 2008, has been ratified by nearly 100 countries. How this first human rights treaty of the twenty-first century and...
View ArticleHappy Mother's Day special needs Moms
Being a parent of a special needs child is special in and of itself. Sounding like a greeting card perhaps, but a special needs parent needs to be told they are appreciated.They've all heard,...
View ArticleLocal association needs golfers
Doug Bonner, board member for the Riverbend Down Syndrome Association, is coordinating the 1st Annual Golf Tournament which will be on Saturday, June 23, 2012 at Spencer T. Olin Golf Course, 4701...
View ArticleLocal organization seeks volunteers
The Riverbend Down Syndrome Association is seeking volunteers for various committees. These committees include:• Nomination Committee: Identifies board member skills, suggests possible members and...
View ArticleFamily Matters offers tele trainings
Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center is offering several training sessions. All that is needed is a phone. These are free and occur during lunch breaks. When registering, a toll free...
View ArticleWatch the sky, learn to cook, and tennis anyone?
Watch the sky: Fair Saint Louis invites special needs kids and their caregivers for a free personal air show directly over the airport, Wednesday, July 4, 2012 from 12:00 p.m to 2:30 p...
View ArticleLocal organizations offers training for parents and fun for kids
Riverbend Down Syndrome Association is offering a special training workshop regarding bullying, Monday, July 23, 2012, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Leclaire Christian Church, 1914 Esic Drive, Edwardsville, IL...
View ArticleRiverbend Down Syndrome Association featured on local radio broadcast
Marc Mitchell, president of the Riverbend Down Syndrome Association (RSDA) and Jennifer Donner recently talked about their personal goals for their children with Down Syndrome and the organization on...
View ArticleFree Golf Clinic offer to individuals with Down Syndrome
The free golf clinic is the 7th annual clinic at Stonewolf Golf Club 1195 Stonewolf Trail, Fairview Heights, IL on Friday, September 21, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. Advanced registration is required.All ages...
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Riverbend Down Syndrome Association invites public to first Buddy Walk/Run/Ride
The Riverbend Down Syndrome Association (RSDA) invites public, politicians, family, friends and participants to their first Buddy Walk, Saturday, October 20, 2012, at 8:30 a.m. at the Southern...
View ArticleDancing is back, it's free and don't forget the walk
Premiere Performance Dance Studio, and Riverbend Down Syndrome Association (RDSA) announces dance classes are back. Students learned to dance with a partner, swing, two-step and other fun dances....
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Seven Down Syndrome recognized at RDSA's first Buddy Walk/Ride/Run
Riverbend Down Syndrome Association (RDSA) displayed posters near the stage and along the 1.5 Buddy Walk route, October 20, 2012 at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville (SIUE) campus of seven...
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RDSA's first Buddy Walk/Ride/Run praised as a huge success
Riverbend Down Syndrome Assoc. (RDSA) first Buddy Walk, October 20, 2012, at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, IL (SIUE) campus was praised by President, Marc Mitchell as, "A huge...
View ArticleRDSA invites members to holiday party
Riverbend Down Syndrome Association (RDSA) 2012 second annual holiday partywill be held at the Moose Lodge 7371 Marine Rd. in Edwardsville, IL, on Saturday, December 29, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m...
View ArticleRSDA's tournament and test drive
Riverbend Down Syndrome Association (RSDA) will host their second annual golf tournament beginning at 1:00 p.m., on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at Spencer T. Olin Golf Course, 4701 College Ave., Alton,...
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