If you’re a parent or caregiver of a loved one with Down syndrome or a related disability, this afternoon is JUST FOR YOU! Join us for FREE axe throwing and community building! Come relax, have some fun, meet other parents and caregivers, and enjoy some well-deserved time for YOU.
DSAW–South Central and SibShop are hosting a free Halloween Dance & Party on Saturday, October 17, from 4:30–7:00 PM at the Ho-Chunk Community Center in Madison. The evening will include a DJ dance party, Red Carpet Walk, pizza with gluten-free options, and Halloween crafts, with costumes encouraged but optional. Individuals with Down syndrome and related
Join us for a fun, kid-sized 1.5-mile hike along the Ice Age Trail at Emma Carlin Trail Head in Palmyra, collecting non-candy treats from trees along the way! Costumes are encouraged as long as you can comfortably hike in them, and DSAW-SC will provide a parking pass. This event is for individuals with Down syndrome
Join us for a fall afternoon at Mulberry Lane Farm on Sunday, October 18th from 1 to 3 PM! We’ll meet at the entrance at 1 PM for a group photo, then explore the farm at your own pace. Milk a cow, feed goats, enjoy a hayride, and more! Cost is $5 per person, with
DSAW hosts a monthly support group for those who are caring for aging loved ones with Down syndrome. Each month we meet to share in conversation and support with other parents, siblings, and caregivers.
Join us for the Halloween Extravaganza at Devil’s Lake for an all-ages, all-abilities afternoon of spooky family fun! Enjoy pumpkin carving, crafts, a torchlit hike, campfire and s’mores, a costume parade, and a visit with Monty the Mammoth from the Ice Age Trail! Kids of ALL ages are encouraged to wear their costumes! Rock Elm
Get ready for an unforgettable fall adventure! Explore an 8-acre corn maze and visit adorable farm animals while enjoying 70+ attractions and games.
DSAW-South Central invites adults (18+) with Down syndrome or related disabilities to join us for a FREE Dinner & Movie Night on the last Thursday of each month (unless otherwise noted)from 4:45–7:45 p.m. at the Sun Prairie Center. Enjoy a meal, a movie, and time with friends—just RSVP for the dates you plan to attend
Join other grandparents who have grandchildren with Down syndrome for conversation and community. This group is led by volunteer grandparents and meets in a hybrid format. They meet in person at the SE-WI DSAW office in Wauwatosa on the first Tuesday of each month from 4:00-5:00 or you can join virtually!
This group, for new parents with children ages 0-3, is hosted each month to gather for conversation, provide support for, and build community with other new parents. Hosted by a DSAW parent volunteer, this group meets the first Tuesday of each month
Join other moms who have a loved one with Down syndrome or a related disability for community and conversation. It's a great opportunity to connect, share experiences, and build community in a relaxed setting. DSAW will provide the appetizers—we hope you'll join us!
Join other dads who have loved ones with Down syndrome each month for conservation, support, and a night out at the New Berlin Ale House!