How to Plan a Date
In this visual, Cristina and Jacob explain the steps of planning a date.Source: Advocate Medical…
Capetivate capetivateSeptember 10, 2021
Communication Board
This board can be used to communicate information such as needs, desires, and emotions.Source: Advocate…
Sharing Touch and Affection
Learn about the "rules" for sharing touch and affection in romantic relationships in this visual…
Capetivate capetivateSeptember 9, 2021
Ingredients for a Successful Relationship
This handout describes the importance of good communication and positive interactions for having successful relationships.Source:…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 30, 2021
Using Games in Social Skills Groups
We’ve been running social skills groups consistently over the past year. We have found that…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 27, 2021
Tips for Going Up and Down Stairs Safely
Going up and down stairs can be challenging for some people with Down syndrome. Aging,…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 19, 2021
Reciprocal Conversations
Reciprocal conversations, or, as I like to call them, “back and forth conversations,” can be…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 9, 2021
Post-Secondary Transition Resources
This list of transition resources was compiled by Ann Garcia and Grace O'Connor, patient advocates…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 7, 2021
Personal Space
Our OT Katie Frank and I led another very exciting social skills group for patients…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 5, 2021
Helping a Person with Down Syndrome Make Goals
It’s a time of year when many people are thinking about the New Year and…
Capetivate capetivateJuly 21, 2021