November/December 2012 ~ Volume 12, No. 6

In this issue... We've Moved!.......................... P. 1 Sweetheart Luncheon............. P. 1 DSACC Updates..................... P. 2 Step Up Recap . ...................... P. 3 Birthdays & Milestones............ P. 4 Kids Corner............................. P. 5 Announcements...................... P. Calendar of Events.................. P. Eventos de DSACC................. P. Articulos en Español............... P.

It's Official, We've Moved! Our new address is 1491 W Shaw Avenue - Fresno, CA 93711

The office is located on the south side of Shaw between Fruit & West

Join us for our Open House Friday, December 7 between 1-7 pm

There is rumor a man in a red suit and fluffy white beard may join us in celebrating our new office location!

Save the Date

2013 Sweetheart Luncheon & Fashion Show Saturday, February 9, 2013 from 10:30-1:30 pm At the Golden Palace 2625 W. Vassar Avenue- Fresno, CA 93705

Tickets go on sale, November 26, 2012!

Tickets are $30 each when purchased before December 20, 2012 $35 each between December 21- January 16, 2013 $40 each between January 17- January 28, 2013 For our sweethearts with Down Syndrome- tickets are only $20

Limited scholarships available for those who cannot afford a ticket, inquire at [email protected].

With Sweetheart Luncheon & Fashion Show just around the corner, we need your nominations for Educator of the Year & Service Provider of the Year. Beginning Monday, December 3, 2012, nomination forms can be found at www.dsacc.org. The deadline to submit your nomination is Friday, January 11, 2013. More information about this event will be published in the next newsletter (January/February 2013)

DSACC Updates Letter from Jennifer Whiting, Program Director The Extra is funded in part by The Fansler Foundation.

As the year comes to an end I must stop and take the time to be thankful for being a part of such a great organization with such amazing members and supporters.

Spanish Language Editor: Lourdes Arias [email protected]

We had a great turnout for our last major event of the year- Step Up for Down Syndrome, with many new and old members coming together to celebrate Down syndrome Awareness month and help raise much needed funds for DSACC programs and services. We had an excellent turnout for the inaugural Ride for Down Syndrome motorcycle ride and look forward to hosting it again next year! We cannot thank those who organized the event enough for all their hard work and dedication- it is inspirational to see what can be accomplished with a little bit of work. I am sad to say that 2012 marks the end of service for many of the committee members and encourage any interested individuals to contact the DSACC office to fill in those holes and make sure this great event continues to grow and succeed.

Contact Information:

Down Syndrome Association of Central California 1491 W. Shaw Avenue Fresno, CA 93711

Jennifer Whiting- Program Director Phone: (559) 228-0411 Fax: (559) 228-0414 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.dsacc.org Statement of Policy and Disclaimer:

The Extra is the periodic newsletter of (DSACC) Down Syndrome Association of Central California, which serves Central California. Subscription is free to members & friends of the Association. DSACC is affiliated with N.D.S.C and N.D.S.S. The Extra reports items of interest related to Down syndrome, so that the reader may make informed decisions concerning Down syndrome related issues. Any opinions, findings and conclusions, or recommendations expressed in The Extra are those of the individual authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the officers, Board of Directors, DSACC organization or its membership. All medical related issues should be thoroughly discussed with your doctor before being implemented. DSACC does not endorse the writings of any individual, professional, or organization.

The funds we raise at Step Up and all of our events are vital to the quality programs we offer our members. I hope you have found a program that we offer that helps you and your family; perhaps our Third Thursday in Visalia, Junior 321 or Club 321 for your young adults, or our Fresno area play group? If you aren't familiar with everything we have to offer be sure to check out our calendar page at www.dsacc.org.

2012 Officers and Board of Directors Manuel Cortes - President Lourdes Arias - Treasurer Kelly Cahill - Secretary

Like many organizations, our donations are down and we are having to cut back on expenses and adjust some of our program but I think you will be excited to see what is in store for 2013! We are hoping to be more active with our support groups and provide more member educational opportunities through new ongoing .

Members At Large

Jeremy Bishel - Self Advocate Tracy James - Self Advocate Tony Phillips - Self Advocate Rachel Hitz Brad Spuhler Steven Ueltzen

I am grateful for everyone who has supported us this year, be it small or large... every cent counts and helps us achieve our mission of enhancing the quality of life for all people whose lives are touched by Down syndrome.

***Office Hours***

Mon. - Wed. 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. or By Appointment Thurs. & Fri. By Appointment Only and For Scheduled Events

Safe & happy holidays, Jennifer Whiting Program Director, DSACC

Third Wed of every month we will be open 1-6pm due to Board Meetings

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It feels like we just started planning! So hard to believe that we are wrapping up yet another amazing Step Up for Down Syndrome event that was our largest turnout EVER! Thanks to you and your support, fundraising and excitement, we raised over $53,000 to help fund the programs and services DSACC provides to our members in the Central Valley. It was an incredible day with wonderful weather, truly incredible friends, families and volunteers. Congratulations to our big winners this year! Largest Fundraiser: Team Emily Archon who raised over $6,000; Largest Team (Individual division): "Super Wy" Wyatt Perkins; Largest Team (Business division): Central Valley Regional Center; Largest Team (Group/School division): Fresno Pacific University- Adult Transition Programs and Best Spirit winner- Team "Wild About Jaleena" who brought the wild to Fresno! This event would not have been possible without the help of our sponsors, vendors and donors. Thank you: Dr. Sukhjit S. Purewal DDS (Starting line sponsor, Diamond Learning Center & Del La Cerda family who were the PossABILITIES tent sponsors, Snapshot Media, United Valley Insurance, Beacon Associates, Pepsi Beverages Company, ADT Security of Fresno/Clovis, A Design for You, Media Solutions, Timeless Entertainment- DJ- Jimmie Villa, a very generous and anonymous donation in memory of Blessy Boyd, Valley Type and Print for the SUPER posters on our Walk of Fame, Amber Dettman, Alert O Lite, Break the Barriers, Big Orange Shaved Ice, East Fresno Kiwanis, Fatte Albert's Pizza, Fresno Police Officers Association who did all the cooking & volunteered at the DSACC food booth, I Love to Create/Duncan Ceramics, Janice Quistad, whose contributions were made in memory of Mel, Lithia Nissan Hyundai of Fresno, Prather Kiwanis, Whole Foods of Fresno, PATCH Farms, Child Foster Family Network, ARC Fresno, Therapy Dogs International, Heart of the Horse Therapy Ranch, Resources for Independence Central Valley, Central Valley Regional Center, Kelderman Klassy Glass, Center for Communication Skills at CLC, Christian Motorcycle Association of Clovis, Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, Junior LARCS of Clovis West, Fresno State marketing volunteers- Erlinda, Priscilla and Andrew, Duncan Polytech student volunteers, and Heather Barbieri. A GIANT thank you to our wonderful emcees & performers- Lindsey Pena of KSEE24, our very own Elizabeth Allen, the extraordinary Break the Barriers and the incredible Stephen Zimmerman. Lastly, we need to thank the amazing committee who put this event together! Debi Arthur, Leigh Deguili, and Chanel & Jason Mendez and the DSACC staff. Without the continued support of our community, DSACC would not be able to provide the services, programs and events to enhance the quality of lives of those touched by Down syndrome in the Central Valley. I recognize the past year or so have been very challenging financially for many individuals and organizations and can appreciate that everyone has had to budget and cut back, which makes the huge turn out for this years Step Up event all the more special. Thank you. See you at next year’s Step Up! We will be looking for new committee members to help plan the event for 2013 so if you are interested please contact the DSACC office in the next month. Planning begins in January! 559-228-0411 or [email protected] Look for more event photos online @ www.dsacc.org

Jennifer Whiting

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Birthdays November 2012 Birthday Celebrations * December 2012 Birthday Celebrations If your birthday is not listed here, please call us and let us know. We will publish missed birthdays. Giselle Avendano Simon Bellar Valerie Alice Chavez Dyanna Del Gadillo Vanessa Garcia Jacob Mendoza Arshaan Gill Felipe Lopez IV Aubrey Reann Nyswonger Alexis G. Ortiz Larry Painter III David Martinez Salvador Pena Jr. Mary Helen Perez Cody Quaschnick Ariana Flores

Christian Scheffler Miguel Contreras, Jr. Steven Rogers Mikaela Salinas Victoria Sanchez Pre-Natal Diagnosis Jackson Trivette Joshua Turner Daniel Williams Devonne Alexander Jared Witrago Kiri Wooten Axel Gabriel Jurado Sarah Zamora Matthew Barnes Gabriel Branscumb Santiago Bravo Jordan Campa

Leonard Cantu Emily Cardona Roberto Ledesma Jessica Criswell Brianna Falcon Christian Reyes Ezekiel Garcia Jasmine Garcia Marilee-Antoinette Angelina Ginther Alexis Hernandez Dylan Hoffman Oscar Ibarra Malachi Maximus Urias Genesis Lomeli Dianette Avila Lopez Arya Athena Lozano Miguel Avila-Medina

KID'S CORNER. . .

Penguin Chow

Happy Holidays

9 cups crispy rice cereal squares 1/2 cup peanut butter 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

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Devon Monty Zitlali Analco Miguel Moreno Emily Santos Moreno Donna Newitt Denise Pina Patricia Valencia Julian Ruedan Sarah Ann Schellenberg Nathan Brice Julianna Solorio Alejandro Solorio Jonathon Streets Emanuel Espinosa Danny Tomlin Barry Angel Olivar Richard Ziegler

Directions In a saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate; add peanut butter and mix until smooth. Remove from heat, add cereal and stir until coated. Pour powdered sugar into large plastic bag, add coated cereal and shake until well coated. Store in airtight container.

mILESTONES... Congrats to Dean Aftanas who has been walking for 3 months, and he is now opening doors all over the house! He says "more", "thank you", and "no" amongst other words when he feels like it.

Congrats to Brayden Lehnick who has passed level 2 and is now on level 3 at Swim America! He is a little fish in the water... He looks forward to swim lessons every week!

Congratulations to Charlie Allshouse who was voted Bullard High Schools homeconing King! Pictured here getting a victory hug from his brother.

Charlie and Ryan Allshouse carried the banner in the Clovis parade to honor returning veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. Then three weeks later, wore their patriotic outfits and won the twin contest at Bullard during spirit week.

Congrats to Elijah De La Cerda who totally rocked the runway at the Global Ds Foundation Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show and Dinner Gala in Denver! He also was a great ambassador for Ds when he graced the front page of the Fresno Bee!

If you have a milestone you would like to celebrate please e-mail it to [email protected] by December 17 to be included in the next edition!

Announcements Join us in celebrating the creativity and skills of our loved ones with Down syndrome at our first annual

Colors of Down Syndrome

Art Show & Reception

Reception and celebration to be held on

Thursday, January 17, 2013 from 5-8 pm at Boling Fine Arts Gallery 5100 N. Sixth Suite #120 - Fresno, CA. 93710 Enjoy great art and light refreshments. All paintings and drawings will be available for purchase. Proceeds will support the programs and services provided by DSACC.

Special Needs on Ice

Who: Special needs children age 3-18 When: Monday, November 19, 2012 Monday, November 26, 2012 Monday, January 7, 2013 Where: Fulton Mall, Downtown Fresno Time: 5:30 - 7:30 pm Other: - Skates and equipment provided at no charge if you do not have your own - Helmets required! If you do not have one, we will provide one - Volunteer instructors ready to teach - FREE garage parking right next door - Refreshments

Learn to skate and play hockey... for FREE! Come be part of Fresno's newest holiday sensation!

For more information and to RSVP call: 559-515-1299 Or email: [email protected] www.downtownfresno.org/do/downtown-fresno-ice-rink www.childrenscentralcal.org/adaptivesports

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Announcements Fresno Play Group

Calling all creative teens & young adults with Ds... Come learn to paint at DSACC!

Monday, December 17, 2012 from 10- noon: DSACC office: 1491 W. Shaw Avenue- Fresno 93711 Holiday Potluck!

All paintings created in class will be featured and sold at DSACC's Inaugural Colors of Down Syndrome art show being held in January 2013 Canvases & paints will be provided by DSACC

Third Thursday Play Group- Visalia

-Wednesday, November 14 from 3-6 pm @ 1491 W. Shaw Avenue-Fresno 93711 You must RSVP to hold space and supplies! (559) 228-0411

Monday, November 19, 2012 from 10-noon: DSACC office: 1491 W. Shaw Avenue- Fresno 93711

Meetings are held at Visalia Nazarene Church from 10 am to Noon

Thursday, November 15, 2012: Guest speakers: Mel & Gary Wong

Creating A Plan: Footprints for the Future continues...

Thursday, December 20, 2012: Holiday Potluck!

@ New DSACC office- 1491 W. Shaw Ave- Fresno 93711 Thursday, Nov. 1, 2012 from 6-8 pm: Navigating the Probate System

Junior 321 & Club 321

Saturday, November 10, 2012 from 2-4 pm: Junior & Club 321 BOWLING! @ Fresno State Bowling Alley (Below the Student Union) Shoes will be provided, $2 per bowler (Scholarships are available, inquire at 228-0411) Space is limited so reserve your spot today by contacting [email protected] or [email protected]

Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012 from 6-8 pm: Social Security Program funded by the Hillblom Foundation

December: Holiday Break

Sib Shops acknowledge that being a sibling of a person with special needs is for some a good thing, others a not-so-good thing, and for many- somewhere in between. Participants are led through a variety of games and discussions to foster new friendships, knowledge and acceptance. Saturday, November 17, 2012 @ the new DSACC Office location

•Office Hours•

Mon. thru Wed. from 9 am - 2 pm or by appointment. Thurs. & Fri. by appointment only or scheduled events. Third Wed of every month we will be open 1-6 pm due to Board Meetings

(Check November newsletter for exact address!)

OFFICE CLOSED: NOVEMBER 12 for VETERANS DAY NOVEMBER 22 & 23 for THANKSGIVING DECEMBER 24 thru JANUARY 2 FOR HOLIDAYS

Young Sibs from 9-11:30 am Teen Sibs from 1-3:30 pm Please sign up for the Sib Shops by contacting the DSACC office by November 14, 2012. 559.228.0411 or [email protected]

If you need to reach someone at the DSACC office, please call 559-228-0411 or E-mail [email protected] and someone will return your call or E-mail as soon as possible.

Interested in DSACC volunteer opportunities? Sign up for our monthly volunteer e-mail to see what the upcoming volunteer needs are.

Check out our donation button on our website www.dsacc.org! Click the donate button to make a one-time donation or become a VIP donor and give monthly!

Sign up by emailing [email protected] Include your name, age and contact information Do you have an announcement you would like to share in the newsletter? E-mail [email protected] All announcements are subject to approval and space

To learn more about giving monthly, please call the DSACC office, 559-228-0411

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Down Syndrome Association of Central California - Board of Directors

Nominations are still being accepted. If you are interested in Board service, please contact the DSACC office at 559-228-0411. The slate of officers will be voted on November 10, 2012 at the DSACC board meeting. Voting is open to the membership and will be by secret ballot Proposed Slate of Officers: President- Manuel Cortes Vice President- Open Secretary- Kelly Cahill Treasurer- Lourdes Arias

Members at Large: Steven Ueltzen Brad Spuehler Rachel Hitz Susan Akbiyikian Paulina Miranda

Self-Advocates: Tony Phillips Jeremy Bishel Tracy James

5 Tax Deductions & Credits for Special Needs Families 10/10/12 Post by Bernard on blog.friendshipcircle.org Special Needs Resources for Parents & Educators

Parents of children with special needs often have unique financial concerns, and one way to ease those concerns is to reduce their tax burden. There are many tax deductions and credits available that parents may not be aware of. Parents of children with special needs should familiarize themselves with the deductions and credits and take care to document all expenses related to their children’s medical expenses, development and therapy. Here are 5 useful tax deductions and credits for parents of children with special needs. 1. Medical & Therapy Expenses: The first type of deduction to consider is for medical and therapy expenses. For income tax purposes, learning disabilities are a type of medical condition. This may include autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, and other learning disabilities. While these expenses are limited by 7.5 percent of adjusted gross income, the limitation may be exceeded by certain types of out-of-pocket expenses. Such expenses can include the following: - Special schooling such as: tutoring that is specifically intended to address the special needs of the child. - Regular education when it is intended to treat the child’s special needs. - Aides that a child may require to benefit from education.

- Exercise programs, if they are recommended by a medical professional. - Transportation to and from special schools or therapy sessions. - Equipment, devices and supplies necessary to treat or alleviate a medical condition, including technology items such as communication devices. 2. Specialized Foods: A gluten-free, casein-free diet can be used as a deduction provided it is medically recommended. Generally, only the additional cost of the specialized foods over and above what would be paid for similar items is deductible. 3. Legal Expenses: In some cases, legal expenses related to your child’s special needs may be deductible, for instance if you hire an attorney to help you prove that your child’s medical expenses are legitimate. Tax Credits: Even more helpful than a tax deduction is a tax credit, which applies directly to the amount of tax you owe. The tax credits most helpful to parents of special needs children are the Child and Dependent Care Credit and the Earned Income Credit. In both cases, a credit that is normally only available for children may also be used for an older child with special needs. 4. Child and Dependent Care Credit: The Child and Dependent Care Credit may be applied when you pay

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someone to care for your dependent, and it provides a tax credit of up to $3,000 per dependent, to a maximum of $6,000 for all dependants. Childcare, after-school programs and day camp qualify for the credit. The credit is available for children under the age of 13, but the age limit does not apply to older children with special needs. 5. Earned Income Credit: The Earned Income Credit can also be useful for parents of children with special needs. The credit generally may be applied by families with a low to moderate income and children under the age of 19, or up to age 23 for full-time students. However, for adult children living with their parents, the age limit does not apply. In Conclusion: Parents of children with special needs know that there are unique challenges involved, including financial hurdles. However, with careful planning and the assistance of an experienced attorney who is sensitive to special needs issues, you can make sure you do what is necessary to reduce your tax burden and protect your child’s interests. About Bernard: Bernard A. Krooks, J.D., CPA, LL.M (in taxation), CELA, is a founding partner of the New York law firm Littman Krooks LLP. A nationally noted expert on special needs planning, he is past President of the Special Needs Alliance (www.specialneedsalliance.org), a national non-profit organization dedicated to assisting families with special needs planning and related issues. Mr. Krooks may be reached at (212) 490-2020 or via email at info@ littmankrooks.com. For other inquiries or more information on special needs planning, visit the firm’s website at www. littmankrooks.com

Calendar of Events For more information or questions, Call the DSACC Office 559.228.0411

DSACC’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for all people whose lives are touched by Down syndrome.

Third Thursday Meetings are held at Visalia Nazarene Church from 10 am to Noon November 15, 2012: Guest speakers Mel & Gary Wong December 20, 2012: Holiday potluck! Fresno Playgroup Meeting at the DSACC office- 1491 W. Shaw Avenue- Fresno, CA 93711 Monday, November 19 from 10 - noon December 17 , 2012: Holiday potluck! Junior 321 & Club 321 Bowling! Saturday, November 10 from 2- 4 pm @ Fresno State Bowling Alley (beneath Student Union) $2 per bowler: includes shoes & bowling- MUST RSVP, space is limited! Scholarships available for those who cannot afford it. DSACC Board Retreat & November Meeting Saturday, November 10 @ 9am DSACC Office Closed for Veterans Day Monday, November 12 Art Class at DSACC! For youth and adults ages 10+. Wednesday, November 14 from 3-6pm

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Must RSVP- Space is limited. DSACC will provide paints & canvases

Aging, Alzheimer and Down Syndrome Join the in the educational and informative meetings hosted every Third Thursday at Break the Barriers from 1-2pm Creating a Plan- Footprints for the Future Funded by the Hillblom Foundation- this program offers 4 workshops to plan for the future for when you are not here to take care of your loved one with Down syndrome. Thursday, Nov. 1, 2012 from 6-8 pm: Navigating the Probate System Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012 from 6-8 pm: Social Security

DSACC Office Closed forThanksgiving November 22 & 23 DSACC Open House Friday, December 7 from 1-7 pm DSACC Office Closed for Holidays December 24 thru January 2

Board Meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of the month, 6pm, DSACC Office.

Name Address City/State ZIP Phone E-mail Checks can be made payable to: DSACC 1491 W. Shaw Avenue Fresno, CA 93711 Thank you for your support!

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La misión de DSACC es de aumentar la calidad de la vida para todas las personas cuyas vidas son tocadas por síndrome de Down.

Eventos de dsacc Llame a la Oficina de DSACC Si Tiene Preguntas, 559.228.0411 Tercer Jueves Las Juntas son el la Iglesia Nazarene de Visalia de 10 am al medio día Noviembre 15, 2012: Oradores Mel & Gary Wong Diciembre 20, 2012: Fiesta de Vacaciones! Grupo de Juego de Fresno Las Juntas son en la oficina de DSACC 1491 W. Shaw Avenue- Fresno, CA 93711 Lunes, Noviembre 19 de 10 – medio día Diciembre 20, 2012: Fiesta de Vacaciones!

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Junior 321 & Club 321 Sabado, Noviembre 10, 2012 de 2-4 pm: Junior & Club 321 BOWLING! @ Fresno State Bowling Alley $2 por jugador (Hay becass disponibles) El espacio es limitado asi que haga su reservacion hoy Junta Anual de Planeación de la Mesa Directiva de DSACC Sábado, Noviembre 10 @ 9am La oficina de DSACC estará cerrada por el día de Los Veteranos Lunes, 12 de noviembre Clase de Arte en DSACC! Para los Jóvenes y adultos mayores de 10+. Miércoles, 14 de Noviembre de 3-6pm Deber Reservar- El espacio es limitado. DSACC proveerá la pinturas & lienzos Envejeciendo, Alzheimer y Síndrome de Down Acompáñenos a las juntas educativas e informativas Que se llevan a cabo cada Tercer Jueves en Break the Barriers de 1-2pm

Phone:

Creando un Plan- Huellas para el futuro Financiado por la fundación Hillblom –este programa ofrece 4 talleres para planificar el futuro de su ser querido con síndrome de Down para cuando usted no este aquí para cuidarlo. Jueves, 1 de Nov. 2012 de 6-8 pm: Navegando el Sistema de Sucesiones Jueves, 8 de Nov. 2012 de 6-8 pm: Seguro Social

E-mail

La oficina de DSACC estará cerrada para el día de Acción de Gracias Noviembre 22 & 23

City/State ZIP

Los cheques pueden ser hechos pagaderos a: DSACC 1491 W. Shaw Avenue Fresno, CA 93711

DSACC Bienvenida a nuestra nueva Oficina Viernes, 7 de diciembre de 1-7 pm La oficina de DSACC estará cerrada durante las vacaciones Diciembre 24 a Enero 2

Juntas de la Mesa Directiva son el tercer Miércoles del mes a las 6pm, en la Oficina de DSACC.

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Ya es Oficial, Nos Movimos!

Nuestro nuevo domicilio es 1491 W Shaw Avenue - Fresno, CA 93711

(La oficina está localizada hacia el lado sur de la calle Shaw entre la Fruit & West)

Acompáñenos a nuestra Open House Viernes, Diciembre 7 entre 1-7 pm

Hay un rumor de que un hombre con traje rojo y una barba suave y blanca nos acompañe en la celebración de nuestra nueva oficina!

Guarde la Fecha

2013 Fiesta del Día de la Amistad & Desfile de Modas Sábado, 9 de febrero, 2013

De 10:30-1:30 pm en el Golden Palace 2625 W. Vassar Avenue- Fresno, CA 93705

Los Boletos estarán a la venta el 26, de Noviembre 2012! El costo es de $30 por persona si los compra antes de 20, de Diciembre, 2012 $35 si los compra ente el 21 de Diciembre- Enero 16, 2013 $40 si los compra entre el 17 de Enero -28 de Enero, del 2013 Para las personas con síndrome de Down – los boletos son madamas $20 Hay un número limitado de becas para aquellos que no puedan pagar el boleto pregunte en nuestra oficina a [email protected]. El Desfile de Modas y Almuerzo del Día de La Amistad esta a la vuelta de la esquina! Lo cual Significa que necesitamos su nominación para el Educador del Año y el Prestador de Servicios. Comenzando el Lunes. 3 de Diciembre, 2012, puede conseguir las formas de nominación en nuestra página web www.dsacc.org. El plazo para presentar su nominación es el viernes 11, de Enero, 2013. Más información acerca de este evento será publicada en la próxima revista (Enero/ Febrero 2013)

• • • • • • • • Horas de Oficina • • • • • • • • Lunes a miércoles de 9 am - 2 pm o por cita. Jueves & viernes pro cita solamente o para eventos programados. OFFICINA CERRADA: NOVIEMBRE 12 por EL DIA DE LOS VETERANOS NOVIEMBRE 22 & 23 por EL DIA DE ACCION DE GRACIAS DICIEMBRE 24 a ENERO 2 DIAS DE VACACIONES Si usted necesita contactarse con alguien de nuestra oficina de DSACC, favor de llamar 559-228-0411 o E-mail [email protected] y alguien de regresar a su o E-mail lo más pronto posible.

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Anuncios Colores de Síndrome de Down Recepción de Show y Arte

Grupo de Juego de Fresno

Monday, November 19, 2012 from 10-noon: DSACC office: 1491 W. Shaw Avenue- Fresno 93711 Monday, December 17, 2012 from 10- noon: DSACC office: 1491 W. Shaw Avenue- Fresno 93711 Holiday Potluck!

Acompáñenos a celebrar la c reatividad y habilidades de nuestros seres queridos con Síndrome de Down A nuestra primer recepción anual La Recepción se llevara a cabo el Jueves 17 de, Enero, 2013 de 5-8 pm En Boling Fine Arts Gallery 5100 N. Sixth Suite #120 - Fresno, CA. 93710 Disfrute de la Gran arte y aperitivos. Todas las pinturas y dibujos estarán a la venta. Lo que se recaude será para apoyar los

Tercer Jueves Grupo de Juego en Visalia Las juntas son el la Iglesia Nazarene de Visalia de 10 am al Medio Día Jueves, 15 de noviembre, 2012: Oradores: Mel & Gary Wong Jueves, 20 De diciembre, 2012: Cena de Vacaciones!

Junior 321 & Club 321

Necesidades Especiales sobre Hielo Aprenda a patinar y jugar hockey... GRATIS! Venga y sea parte de la nueva sensación de vacaciones Navideñas De Fresno!

Quien: Niños con necesidades espaciales entre las edades de 3-18 Cuando: Lunes, 19 de noviembre, 2012 Lunes, 26 de noviembre, 2012 Lunes 7 de, Enero, 2013 Lugar: Fulton Mall, Downtown Fresno Hora: 5:30-7:30 pm Otro: Los patines y el equipo serán proporcionados sin costo si usted no tiene su propio equipo. -Los cascos son necesarios si usted no tiene nosotros Le proporcionamos uno - Habrá instructores Voluntarios dispuestos a enseñar - Estacionamiento GRATIS en el garaje del lado - Aperitivos

Sabado, Noviembre 10, 2012 de 2-4 pm: Junior & Club 321 BOWLING! @ Fresno State Bowling Alley (en la parte baja del Student Union de la Universidad estatal de Fresno) Los sapatos seran provehidos se le cobrara nadamas, $2 por jugador (Hay becass disponibles, llame al 228-0411) El espacio es limitado asi que haga su reservacion hoy contactándose con [email protected] or [email protected] Diciembre: Descanso de Vacaciones

Sib Shops es reconocer que ser un hermano de una persona con necesidades especiales es para algunos una buena cosa, para otros no muy buena, y para muchos algo entre el medio. Los participantes serán dirigidos por medio de una participación de variedad de juegos y debates para fomentar nuevas amistades, conocimiento y aceptación.

Sábado, 17 Noviembre, 2012

En la nueva localidad de la oficina de DSACC (Revise el boletín de Noviembre para el domicilio exacto!)

Para hermanos pequeños de 9-11:30 am Para hermanos adolescentes de 1-3:30 pm

Para mas información y como RESERVAR llame al 559-515-1299 o por email: [email protected]

Para registrarse para Sib Shops comuníquese a La oficina de DSACC para el 14 de Noviembre, 2012. 559.228.0411 o [email protected]

www.downtownfresno.org/do/downtown-fresno-ice-rink www.childrenscentralcal.org/adaptivesports

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1491 W. Shaw Avenue Fresno, CA 93711 Change Service Requested

What's Inside We've moved! DSACC's Open House Colors of Down Syndrome- Art Show Sweetheart Luncheon & Fashion Show

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