General DS InformationIndependence Guardianship: Less Restrictive Options Guardianship should be a last resort because it removes the individual’s legal rights and restricts…Kim WarrenNovember 1, 2023
Independence myDSC Webinar Series – Young Adults & Independence: Lessons Learned from Families Author of "Beyond Down Syndrome", Steve Friedman, his daughter and self-advocate Gwendolyn Friedman, and National…Kim WarrenSeptember 18, 2023
Independence Visual Schedule Apps Visual schedules help an individual know what to expect. The schedule can be a list of…Kim WarrenJune 13, 2023
Independence Resources on Developing Greater Independence The list below contains resources to support individuals with Down syndrome with their unique independence goals.…Kim WarrenJune 13, 2023
Independence Stop, think, make a good choice – conflict This visual handout explains what to do when there is a conflict.Source: Katie Frank, PhD,…Kim WarrenJune 6, 2023
Independence Boundaries This visual handout explains what boundaries are and how to set them. Source: Abby Rowley,…Kim WarrenJune 6, 2023
Independence Create a Showering or Bathing Routine Visual The images and template below can be used by individuals with Down syndrome and their…Kim WarrenJune 6, 2023
Education/Therapy Group Rules – version a These rules are one of four versions on our website. They are shared at the…CapetivateFebruary 27, 2023
Independence myDSC Webinar Series – Teaching Healthy Boundaries and Relationships Healthy relationship boundaries are an important skill for us all. We are seeing more and…Rigsby RigsbyFebruary 9, 2023
Independence Independence in Down Syndrome Dr. Stephanie L. Santoro discusses independence for people with Down syndrome.Source: Stephanie L. Santoro, MDRigsby RigsbyOctober 3, 2022