Age Specific Program Groups
DSCNWA offers programs for our members with Down syndrome based on our Pillars of Programming to promote lifelong learning and independence.
We have two age specific groups that meet regularly | Play PALS and STARS Club
You can see info about each group below.
We focus on learning skills that will help individuals with Down syndrome to be successful in their homes, their relationships with friends and family, their communities and their work and school.
We have a new Program Theme each year to add a fun element to programming for participants such as MY DSCNWA Badges, Passport to Independence, Skill Masters and Big World Adventure.
For kids with Down syndrome ages 0-12 plus siblings and parents
Play PALS
Play PALS focus
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Interacting cooperatively with peers and making friends.
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Building social and verbal skills.
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Working on engaged participation and following directions.
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Working on age-appropriate self-advocacy and independence skills.
Play PALS Play Stations are held one Saturday a month. Offering kids an opportunity to engage in free play with peers and siblings at a variety of fun play stations. And parents an opportunity to visit and occasionally hear from experts on pertinent topics.
For teens and adults with Down syndrome ages 13+ plus
STARS CLUB
STARS CLUB themed programs are usually held twice a month: once in Fayetteville and once in Bentonville.
Additionally STARS Club has one social program monthly.
Parents do not stay during programs.
Parents agree to Independent Participant Policy when registering.
STARS CLUB focus
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Interacting cooperatively with peers and making friends and maintaining friendships.
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Flexing social and verbal skills.
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Practicing self-advocacy and self-expression to live a well-rounded fulfilling life.
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Continued practice and development of independent skills with daily living and vocational skills.
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Establishing and maintaining healthy habits.
