Eastern PA Down Syndrome Center

04/24/2026

In honor of Volunteer Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating the incredible volunteers who help make our community stronger every day 💙

This year, our self-advocates created posters sharing what volunteer support means to them—powerful reminders of the connection, encouragement, and belonging you help create.

From our New & Expecting Parent and Parent Mentor Programs, to Event Day support, planning committees, and behind-the-scenes office help—every role matters, and every volunteer makes a difference.

Thank you for all you do!

Interested in getting involved? Email us at theepdsc@gmail.com.

04/23/2026

Happening tonight! Don’t miss this Intellectual Disability & Autism Resource Fair—an awesome chance to connect with local supports, services, and community resources. While EPDSC won’t be attending, many other great organizations will be there. Details in the flyer below 👇

04/22/2026

In honor of Volunteer Appreciation Week, the Eastern Pennsylvania Down Syndrome Center extends heartfelt thanks to our current Board of Directors: Brian Paugh, Peter Iorio, Carrie Gross, Sean Brown, Dr. Donald Levick, Dr. Gerard Petersen, and Joe Roller.

Your guidance, dedication, and steady commitment help shape our mission and strengthen the support we provide to individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Your thoughtful leadership and unwavering support ensure that our work continues to grow in meaningful and lasting ways.

💛💙We are deeply grateful for all that you do to help our community thrive.💙💛

04/22/2026

🍕 Pizza with Pals is this Friday!

Come hang out for games, activities, and pizza (gluten-free options available). Teens (13+) and young adults—join us for a fun, welcoming night to connect and make friends.

👉Sign up today and come be part of the fun https://bit.ly/PizzaApril26

04/21/2026

See the flyer below with an invitation to IU 20’s in-person event this Friday, “Growing Stronger Together: Strengthening Systems through Partnership.”

We believe it may be a valuable and informative opportunity for our families—particularly for those interested in learning more about how systems are being strengthened through collaboration across Pennsylvania. The free session will feature speaker Jenna Mancini Ruffo and highlight IU 20’s participation in the statewide Capacity Building Institute.

04/20/2026

Today is National Volunteer Recognition Day, and we’re feeling especially grateful for the incredible volunteers who make the Eastern Pennsylvania Down Syndrome Center so special.

Your kindness shows up in so many meaningful ways—at events, in conversations with families, behind the scenes, and in all the moments that often go unseen. Every hour you give and every act of support helps strengthen our community in ways that truly matter.

We are so thankful for your time, your heart, and the care you bring to EPDSC. You help create a place where families feel supported, connected, and understood.

Thank you for being part of our EPDSC community—we appreciate you today and every day. 💙

04/13/2026

🎉 It’s an exciting week at EPDSC and we can’t wait to see you! 💙

We’ve got something for everyone—connection, learning, and FUN!

✨ Dual DX Support Group (Thursday @ 7 PM – Zoom)
Join us for a supportive and understanding space to connect, share, and learn together.

🌈 Bright Beginnings (Saturday, 10am)
Our little ones are learning, growing, and shining bright! We love seeing these early connections and milestones happen each week.

🧀 Club 21 Grilled Cheese Event (Saturday @ 1–3 PM)
Get ready for a delicious afternoon filled with friends, fun, and everyone’s favorite comfort food—grilled cheese! 😋

Whether you’re joining us virtually or in person, this week is all about community, support, and making memories together.

📅 Want more details on upcoming events?
Visit: https://www.epdsc.net/about/events/

💙 We can’t wait to see our amazing EPDSC families!

Click on the links below to read more about upcoming EPDSC events!

04/10/2026

Today we celebrate the incredible siblings in our community 💙

On National Sibling Day, we honor the brothers and sisters who show up with patience, love, humor, and unwavering support. You are advocates, role models, best friends—and sometimes superheroes—all rolled into one.

Thank you for the unique and powerful role you play in the lives of your siblings with Down syndrome. We see you, we appreciate you, and today, we celebrate YOU. 💛

04/06/2026

Do you have a plan in place for your child’s future?

✔ Do you have a Special Needs Trust—or know if you need one?
✔ Do you understand what a Letter of Intent is?
✔ Are you involved in IEP or transition planning?
✔ Do you know what benefits your family may qualify for?

Planning ahead can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone.

Join us for:
Planning with Purpose: Building Tomorrow, Starting Today
A Life Planning Workshop for Families

✨ Learn key planning steps at every stage
📄 Understand essential legal documents
💰 Simplify financial tools like ABLE accounts & trusts
🧭 Walk away with practical next steps for your family

Childcare provided!

👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/LifePlan26

Give your family the gift of preparation, peace of mind, and a clear path forward.

04/05/2026

Hoppy Easter from all of us at the Eastern Pennsylvania Down Syndrome Center! 🐰🌷💙

May your baskets be full, your hearts even fuller, and your day sprinkled with love, laughter, and a little extra magic. 🐣✨

04/04/2026

Today was incredible 💙💛

Thank you to everyone who made our race such a success—our amazing runners, dedicated volunteers, supportive families, generous donors, and valued sponsors.

04/02/2026

🐰💜 Samantha wants you to know… thanks to a generous donation from Just Born, Inc., every race participant will go home with a package of Purple Peeps that perfectly match our adorable Race Shirt!

⏰ Don’t miss out—online registration for the Lehigh Valley Easter 5K, 10K, and FREE ½ Mile Fun Run closes at 9:00am tomorrow!

👉 Register now: https://charity.pledgeit.org/LVEaster5K10K

📝 Paper applications and cash/check payments will be available on race day. There is no charge to participate in the Fun Run but you must register to attend.