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A Place for Me
Free resource center for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. It provides a safe space for this population and provides resources and supports to increase inclusion and support growth and learning. Examples of what is provided:
- Age Appropriate support connection
- Support with strengthening Reading and Writing skills
- Connections to resources such as IEP guidance
- Legal advice specific to individuals with Special Needs
- Assistance in applying for services
- Connection on other needs for individuals
Hours
A Place for Me is open:
- Mondays: 4 to 7
- Thursdays: 4 to 7
- Saturdays: 9 to 12
Updated calendars can be found at: https://charity.pledgeit.org/aplaceforme
Monday
Happy Hour Hangout
A great night for older teens and adults to connect and enjoy activities and meals together
Age Specific: (16+)
1st Monday of the Month
Grub and Giggles
Designed to support peer learning through eating together as a community. Bring your favorite dish to share.
2nd Monday of the Month
Performing Arts
A night for the family where we will enjoy music, reading, engagement, and more.
3rd Monday of the Month
Mini Marvels
A night for our newer families. A chance for parents and little ones to connect and support each other for those first few years of life.
4th Monday of the Month
Thursday
Literacy Program
Designed to support reading and writing for all ages, offering reading time and focus on other subjects as needed.
1st Thursday of the Month
Open Forum
Open for all to have a free day of play, utilizing on site resources, and connect together
2nd Thursday of the Month
Reading and Writing Night
Designed to support reading and writing for all ages, offering reading time and focus on other subjects as needed.
3rd Thursday of the Month
Clean Up Club
A reminder that this is a free space for us all and allows us to support our community by helping take care of our center together while teaching responsibility to our loved ones
4th Thursday of the Month
Saturday
Art Day for the Family
Bring the entire family for a fun craft to match the season
1st Saturday of the Month
Support Day
(this changes between Sibling support (odd months) and Autism support (even months))
2nd Saturday of the Month
Move your Body
What makes exercise more fun? Doing it with friends
3rd Saturday of the Month
Resource Day
Come learn about different resources each month to help support your journey.
4th Saturday of the Month
