Georgia Down Syndrome Consortium-Learning Summit
September 11, 2018
The Georgia Down Syndrome Consortium is holding a one-day Learning Summit, designed to meet the needs of parents, siblings, families and caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome across the lifespan. $50 per person.
Join us on Saturday, October 27, at Kennesaw State University’s Academy for Inclusive Learning and Social Growth.
Registration includes conference, materials, lunch and parking.
Learning Summit Sessions
Health & Medical Updates
*Hearing and ENT Issues *Sleep Disturbances *Toilet Training & Hygiene *Congenital Heart Issues – short & long term considerations
Transitions & Long-term Goals
*Long-term Financial Planning *Transitions for Teens & Adults – Health & Well-being *Employing Individuals with DS *Maximizing Independence – Parenting for Independent Living
Resources, Programs & Ongoing Support
*Community Supports, Waivers & Public Systems *Family Support & Benefits; Georgia Trust *Programs & Resources for Spanish Speaking Families *Sibling Panel – Ongoing Support Systems
Technology & More
*Tools For Life *Lekotek *Inclusive Congregations *Sports & Recreation
Update on Down syndrome Research
Registration is at this link: https://www.ndsccenter.org/the-georgia-down-syndrome-consortium/
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