Down Syndrome Association of Greater Richmond
 




Upcoming Events

 

 

 

DSAGR meeting for March

Will be held on Friday March 19th at it's normal location.
See the home page directions.

 

Guest Speakers: Suzanne McKeever (Speech Therapist) and Patty
LaFratta (Pediatric Nutritionist)


Topics of Discussion:
 
Suzanne McKeever will discuss the following:

* how low muscle tone in the body, face and oral areas affects eating & feeding issues
* how sensory difficulties also have an affect on eating
* most common feeding problems in children with Down syndrome of all ages and 
suggestions for addressing these problems.

Patty LaFratta will discuss the following:

*common nutrition challenges that children with Down syndrome often face, specifically constipation, slower than average weight gain and linear growth in infancy/early toddler hood
* basic nutrition guidelines for children with Down syndrome (such as how to meet their needs
for calcium, iron, B vitamins, fiber, protein, and fluid
* ways to increase a child's caloric intake if he/she needs to gain weight

 

KIDS ENTERTAINMENT

Bobbi's Crafts & Games.

If you liked the February activity, she is back!

Come make several hats out of various materials that you decorate to take home!!! Then play some games!

When you  RSVP to meeting please tell us if your child might do the Kids Entertainment  so we can get a general idea of how many kids will be participating…..thx so much!!!!


Dinner will be at 6:30. Donations accepted to help offset sitter and
dinner costs.


All Saints Episcopal Church River Road, Richmond.


RSVP by Mar. 16 to J. Childs at email address  rsvpdsagr@yahoo.com

 

Sunday, March 14, 2010

Pamper Yourself for DSAGR's Benefit! 
 
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2nd Annual Cut-A-Thon

Sun., March 14, 2010
12-5 pm
At the AWARD-WINNING
Rituals Salon-Spa
804-794-6699
11400 W. Huguenot Rd., Suite 103
Midlothian, VA  23113
The Shoppes at Bellgrade
(Intersection of Robious & Huguenot Rds.)  www.ritualssalon.net,
First Come, First Served.

Haircuts:
 Adults $25 & Children $10
Massage:
 $10
Nail Polish OR Polish Change:
 $10
Facial Waxing:
 $10

Refreshments will be available.

100% of all proceeds will benefit DSAGR!

Click Here for Event Flier

 

 

23rd Annual Down Syndrome Benefit Softball Tournament

Sponsored by Estes Express Lines

March 26, 27 and 28th, 2010

Click Here for Event Flier

 

Sunday, May 16, 2010

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We have some FUN in store for you and your family!
 
Bring your children and all their friends to join us for our FIRST FUNdraiser at... 
 
The Playroom at Chester
721 W Hundred Rd.
Chester, VA 23836
Located at the Phoenix Center
804-717-JUMP (5867)
 
Sunday, May 16th, 2010
12pm to 5pm
 
Your children can enjoy ground level play, dress ups, inflatables, and play all day for only $6 per child (walkers & older) if you mention "FUNdraiser!" 20% of all "FUNdraiser" admissions proceeds benefit DSAGR!
 
Win FUN prizes by spinning our PRIZE WHEEL! 100% of prize wheel proceeds benefit DSAGR!
 
Eat tasty treats; 100% of food and water proceeds benefit DSAGR!
 
Reserve a GREAT! or GRAND! Birthday Party for your child for 2010, mention "FUNdraiser", and $15 will be donated to DSAGR! Call 804-717-JUMP (5867) to make your reservation.
 
Visit with Lil' Monster and The Playroom Princess!
 
CASH & CREDIT CARD ACCEPTED
 
All Children & Adults MUST WEAR SOCKS!
 
 

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