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(Disclaimer: The Down Syndrome Association of Central Texas (DSACT) provides information on programs and services as a public service. DSACT does not endorse any of the products, services, vendors, or speakers referenced.) 

Not all services or programs below are sponsored by DSACT. We hope you will enjoy the programs, services, workshops, or group meetings we have listed below.

Summer/Fall Programs

InkDots Social Program (ages 0-6)
(Contact Serita Silvestri for more information. ) FREE! Register here!
InkDots is a free social playgroup for children with Down syndrome between the ages of infant and 6, siblings, and parents. Please join us every first Saturday of each month to play and socialize. Siblings are invited. This year, there is an added educational component to the social playgroup. We are dedicated to bringing you information about development as well as local resources and services. Each quarter, we will focus on hot topics surrounding early childhood, such as speech, communication and motor skills. For more information call Serita Silvestri at (512) 695-9847 or e-mail Serita
--Gymboree Play & Music: Every Tuesday, starting June 10, 2008, 2p - 2:45p, Gymboree Shoal Creek, 8015 Shoal Creek Blvd., Austin, TX 78757. For general program information, you can visit their website at www.gymboree.com
--Music & Movement: Every Saturday, starting May 31, 2008, 9:30a - 10:25a, AGE Building, 3710 Cedar Street, Austin, TX 78705
--Swim Program-SNAP (special needs aquatics program): June 21, June 28, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 9, August 16, August 23 and August 30, 2008, 11:30a - 12:10p, Town Lake YMCA, 1100 West Cesar Chavez Street, Austin TX 78703. For general program information, you can visit their website at http://www.austinymca.org/

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KiDSACT Programs (ages 7 - 12)
(Contact Suzanne Shepherd for more information.) FREE! Register here!
Free various classes will be made available. Register now while classes are available! Just fill out the registration form and mail to: Down Syndrome Association of Central Texas, ATTN: Programming, 3710 Cedar Street, Box 3, Austin, TX 78705.
--Music & Movement: Every Saturday, starting May 31, 2008, 10:30a - 11:25a, AGE Building, 3710 Cedar Street, Austin, TX 78705
--Swim Program-SNAP (special needs aquatics program): June 21, June 28, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 9, August 16, August 23 and August 30, 2008, 12:20p - 1:00p, Town Lake YMCA, 1100 West Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX 78703. For general program information, you can visit their website at http://www.austinymca.org/
--Creative Movement Dance: TBD

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Teen Programs (ages 13 - 20)
(Contact Melly Mendoza for more information. ) FREE! Register here!
A group especially for teens with Down syndrome between the ages of 13 - 20, siblings, and parents. Social events are held throughout the year. Please feel free to see the newsletter for upcoming social events for teens.
--Music & Movement: Every Saturday, starting May 31, 2008, 11:30a - 12:25p, AGE Building, 3710 Cedar Street, Austin, TX 78705
--Swim Program-SNAP (special needs aquatics program): June 21, June 28, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 9, August 16, August 23 and August 30, 2008, 1:10p - 1:50p, Town Lake YMCA, 1100 West Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX 78703. For general program information, you can visit their website at http://www.austinymca.org/
--Creative Movement Dance: TBD
--Cooking Class Teen/Adults Combined Class: Saturday, June 14, July 12, and August 9, 2008. Young Chefs Academy, 617 West Slaughter Lane, Suite 105, Austin, TX 78748. For general information you can visit their website at http://www.youngchefsacademy.com/stores/store_page.php?franchise_id=117

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Adult Programs (ages 21 and up)
(Contact Elizabeth Bradley for more information. ) FREE! Register here!
This group are adults of 21 and up.
--Cooking Class Teen/Adults Combined Class: Saturday, June 14, July 12, and August 9, 2008. Young Chefs Academy, 617 West Slaughter Lane, Suite 105, Austin, TX 78748. For general information you can visit their website at http://www.youngchefsacademy.com/stores/store_page.php?franchise_id=117
-Music & Movement: Every Saturday, starting May 31, 2008, 11:30a - 12:25p, AGE Building, 3710 Cedar Street, Austin, TX 78705
--Creative Movement Dance: TBD
--Swim Program-SNAP (special needs aquatics program): TBD

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Central Austin Support Group
 This group discuss the special education needs and other topics that impact those in the Austin area. For more information, contact Gerard Jimenez at (512) 496-6100 for any questions.

Hays County Support Group
 This group discuss the special education needs and other topics that impact those in the Hays county area. For more information, contact Gary Loyd at (512) 396-3633 or e-mail Gary Loyd for any questions.

Williamson County Support Group
 This group discuss the special education needs and other topics that impact those in the Williamson county area. For more information, contact Sara Correa at (512) 259-4607 or e-mail Sara for any questions.

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InkDots Program
(FLASH MOVIE coming soon)

Swim Program
(FLASH MOVIE coming soon)

Teen/Adult Programs
(FLASH MOVIE coming soon)

Personal Renewal Group for Mothers of Children with Special Needs 2008 (WORD doc.)   

 Renewal group
  


 
  
 
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