Staten Island Down Syndrome Parent Support Group

01/02/2026

💭 Our thoughts can affect our mood, behavior, and overall well-being. Our Resource Library has a visual story that explains what thoughts are and how we can learn to manage our response to them. It complements two of our other resources on automatic negative thoughts and reframing our thoughts. All of these resources were developed by a licensed clinical social worker and are available for viewing and downloading at the link below.
🔗 https://adscresources.advocatehealth.com/resources/my-thoughts-story/

01/02/2026

This looks like a good idea!

A unique village of 660-square-foot homes is taking shape, offering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities a chance to live more independently.

10/17/2025

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vdemvqDsvE9bkFCMk2lr3QPXXdVPc733B

Parent to Parent is excited to host a Parent Group specifically for families with children and adults who have Down Syndrome. Come join us for support and conversation.

01/29/2025

Join us for a virtual Special Education Parent Chat Group on January 30 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

As a parent's of children with special needs, we know firsthand how hard it is to advocate for our children in school. Sometimes we feel helpless, exhausted, and lonely and let's face it advocating for our kids is complicated!

Register Here: https://shorturl.at/FQV23

01/29/2025

Join us for Getting Started with the Residential Process: Tips, Tricks, and Information on January 29 @ 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm

The process of pursuing residential placement can be overwhelming. This presentation will help you organize your needs, preferences, and documents to help you navigate the process.

Register Here:

10/01/2024

Learn about Guardianship and Future Care Planning, October 9th from 6pm - 8pm on Zoom.

03/06/2024

09/13/2023

Learn how to navigate the admissions process to the Melissa Riggio Higher Education Program—our college program for students with intellectual disabilities.

07/27/2023

I am so sad to have to share this information about the passing of Daphne Perry, a wonderful person and member of our support group.

Celebrate the life of Daphne Perry, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Harmon Funeral Home.

06/15/2023

It’s your time to shine on the BIG screen— Times Square Video submissions are open! 🏙️🌟 Submit your or your loved one’s photo today at https://ndss.org/nyc-buddy-walk-tsv.

04/11/2023