February 13, 2010
Lindsey Smith, self-advocate.
Lindsey shared an informative and touching overview of her life journey and her experiences in Special Olympics.  She and her mother then answered a wide range of questions from the group.

January 9, 2010
Book sharing session.
Members shared their favorite or most useful book with everyone, and reviewed the books available in the society's library.

December 12, 2009
Annual Meeting and Holiday Party

Newly elected officers are:
     Rebecca McCaulley - president
     Beth Sullivan - vice-president
     Lisa Umbehr - secretary
Here are some pictures of the kids with Santa!

November 14, 2009
Susan Bommarito

Informative presentation on occupational therapy and learning environment

November 6, 2009
"Teaching Tools for Students with Intellectual Disabilities" presented by Susan Peoples

October 3, 2009
6th Annual Buddy WalkŪ

We had 1,661 walkers and 160 volunteers, 1,821 participants in all!  We reached our goal of $55,000, and with some late donations we are surpassing it!

June 27, 2009
Annual Family Picnic

It was another excellent social event for the members of DSSW!

 
 

Happenings

Thank you, Lindsey Smith, for inspiring us with your story! 

 

Upcoming Meetings

 

March 13th


Donna Bohn, special needs trusts

 

 
 
 
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