Down Syndrome Association - Singapore
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Down Syndrome Association (Singapore), established since 1996, advocates the support for persons with
DSA strives to ensure that persons with Down syndrome are given the opportunity to achieve their potential in all aspects of community life through the provision of education, enrichment programmes and support services. Today, our members with Down syndrome and their families are benefitting from a wide range of educational programmes such as the Integration Facilitation Support Programme in mains
14/11/2023
The school holidays are right around the corner! Here are five fun and meaningful programmes for you to join:
1. IFSP Speech and Drama Program
Date: 27, 28, 29 November 2023
Time: 10am to 12pm
Location: DSA Centre @ Bishan
Age: 6 to 10 years old
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/23297097501045
2. Children Education Services - Parent Workshop
Date: 2 December 2023
Time: 10am to 12pm
Location: DSA Centre @ Bishan or Virtually on Zoom
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/232971375375465
3. Eco-casting trinket tray & magnet
Date: 18 November 2023
Time: 10:30am to 12pm
Location: DSA Centre @ Bishan
Age: 7 years and above
4. Rainbow Macrame Keychain
Date: 20 November 2023
Time: 4pm to 5:30pm
Location: DSA Centre @ Bishan
Age: 7 years and above
5. Rock Climbling
Date: 28 & 30 November 2023
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Location: Civil Service Club @ Tessensohn
Age: 10 years and above
Register here for programmes 3, 4 & 5:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXVKYyNRa5kTr0zBchTkShGKbMzrh0o_U9fj5MgIjZ3tKCYQ/viewform
10/11/2023
We had a blast at Purple Parade this year! π₯³ Especially with our partner Tate & Lyle π Show your support by clicking on the photo and liking the post by The Purple Parade π€©
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Grouping No. 35 - "Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)"
Formed by Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) and Tate & Lyle Singapore.
Cast your vote now!
We've just passed our halfway mark, thanks to YOU!
Help us reach our target of $380,000.
Your contribution will go a long way in promoting our members' development and meaningful inclusion in society, and for us to reach out and serve more members of the Down syndrome community.
Every donation given will be matched dollar-for-dollar by Toteboard.
Make a donation today!
https://bit.ly/dsamystique2023 (or click the link in bio for IG)
19/10/2023
It's time to place your bids!
Pledge to be and join the auction to support the inclusion of individuals with Down syndrome.
Select from our array of over 30 items, ranging from our members' beautiful one-of-its-kind artworks to enticing lifestyle items and experiences generously sponsored by our partners.
Auction ends on 31st October.
Join the auction here: https://withusnotforus.org/auction.
For IG, you can hop on over to the website from the link in bio.
18/10/2023
bake! Meet Ming Fei, our resident baker who will sweeten your day with her smile and baked goods.
Pledge to be and make a donation to support our talented baker, Ming Fei. Head on over to the website https://withusnotforus.org/ to
β¨Make a pledge
β¨Meet our other talented members
β¨Participate in our ongoing auction (https://withusnotforus.org/auction)
β¨Make a donation (https://www.giving.sg/down-syndrome-association/dsawarenesscampaignicanbake).
For IG, you can hop on over to the website from the link in bio.
05/10/2023
Thank you for the overwhelming support! The DSA Donation Drive has officially ended on 30th September. We are in the midst of organising and categorising the items. Should you still be keen to donate more items, our thriftshop will be open for collection on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11am to 2pm. Do give us a call at 6500 9321 before dropping by. Thank you!! π
πΈ Drop off location: The DSA Thrift Shop (Blk 17A Telok Blangah Crescent #01-270 Singapore 091017)
πΈ Collection hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11am to 2pm
30/09/2023
Fresh off the press! DSA's quarterly newsletter, DSA News is now available at www.downsyndrome-singapore.org/dsanewssep2023.
Subscribe to our mailing list at www.downsyndrome-singapore.org to receive our updates via email.
28/09/2023
Parents and families play a crucial role in fostering primary school readiness at home.
Join our Children Education Services team as they share valuable insights to prep your child for the transition ensuring that they are socially and emotionally ready.
Date: 7 or 14 October 2023, Saturday
Time: 10am to 12pm
Venue: DSA Bishan or Zoom
Register online via www.bit.ly/CES_Workshop_1 before 30 Sep 2023 for Early Bird rates.
Something exciting is coming your way~
October is the designated Down Syndrome Awareness Month which celebrates people with Down syndrome and makes others aware of their abilities and accomplishments. Support our dreams via www.giving.sg/down-syndrome-association/withusnotforus
Stay tuned and find out how you can be part of the campaign!
08/09/2023
Have you been thinking about donating your clothes, household goods, toys, and books? Many of us have more than we need and donating your pre-loved (or even unused) items is a great way to give back to the community while minimising waste.
DSA Thrift Shop is running a donation drive so here's your chance to give away your goods for a greater good!
πΈ Collection period: 1 to 30 September 2023
πΈ Drop off location: The DSA Thrift Shop (Blk 17A Telok Blangah Crescent #01-270 Singapore 091017)
πΈ Collection hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11am to 2pm
Do give us a call at 6500 9321 for a preliminary assessment of the saleability of your items.
Thank you for your contribution! π
The dance practice is well underway for the show, which is about seven weeks away β¨β¨
Can't get enough of their moves and electrifying energy? Catch their full performances at the dinner!
Register for Mystique 2023 or make a donation here: https://bit.ly/dsamystique2023
28/08/2023
The Independent Living and Training (ILT) Centre is a purpose-built outfit for our learners to practice their Independent Living skills and the Thrift shop equips them with basic skills of managing a store and opportunities to practice their customer service skills. Established in 2019, the unique setup combines a living space as well as a Thrift shop next door.
Our Adult Education Services (AES) Learners have been undergoing their training at ILT Centre weekly. The lessons encompass independent traveling, doing household chores including grocery shopping and cooking, and operating a store (inventory, cashiering, customer service etc.).
Check out our Thrift shop treasures selection for unique, valuable finds!
Virtually: IG and Carousell -thrift-shop
Physically: 17A Telok Blangah Crescent #01-270, Tue 11am to 3pm
By patronising the store, you will be supporting the learning, practice and meaningful engagement for our learners and for the Thrift shop to fulfil its purpose.
See you there soon!! π
25/08/2023
Calling all DSA members!
We are delighted to invite you to DSAβs Town Hall 2023. The session will share new initiatives, strategic plans and understand the needs of our care recipients better. We hope to see you during the session and look forward to creating a supportive and enriching experience for you.
πΉ Date: 16 September 2023, Saturday
πΉ Time: 12pm to 2pm
πΉ Venue: DSA Bishan Centre
Register by 11 Sep 2023: https://forms.office.com/r/7w1WbUhTRF
Thanks to YOUR support, we are almost hitting the 25% mark of our fundraising target!
Help us reach our target of $380,000.
Your contribution will go a long way in promoting our members' development and meaningful inclusion in society, and for us to reach out and serve more members of the Down syndrome community.
Every seat purchased or donation given will be matched dollar-for-dollar by Toteboard.
Book your seat(s) or make a donation today!
https://bit.ly/dsamystique2023
P.S. Early bird discount for sponsorship tiers will end on 31 August 2023.
19/08/2023
Caring SG Commuters Thanks for featuring our Allan! Read his full story in the link below. π
As we gear up for this year's DSA Mystique Charity Dinner on 28th October, let's look back at last year's highlights.
You can look forward to more dazzling performances by our beneficiaries and hear their stories at this year's Mystique.
Register for Mystique 2023 or make a donation: https://bit.ly/dsamystique2023
P.S. Early bird discount for sponsorship tiers will end on 31 August 2023.
09/08/2023
The DSA crew was all decked out in red and white to celebrate the nation's 58th birthday! Spirits were high as they sang along to the much-loved songs and recited the pledge. Let us keep our heads high and our hearts strong as we journey towards a more .
17/07/2023
DSA Mystique Charity Dinner will be back on 28 October 2023 at Shangri-La Singapore!
Your contributions will pave a path of hope, dignity, and independence for our persons with Down syndrome to live a fulfilled and meaningful life!
To register for the event or make a donation, click on the link in bio.
P.S. Early bird discount for sponsorship tiers will end on 11 August 2023.
The NDP pack is one of the things that NDP goers look forward to and this year, our very own Lin Chunru got to make her mark on the popular item! Collaborating with five other artists with disabilities and a SG Enable Enabling Volunteer, the team created 'Blooming Singapore', inspired by Singapore's National Flower the Vanda Miss Joaquim.
Blooming Singapore is one of four designs for this year's NDP packs. A heart-shaped centre connects the petals, each representing a unique facet of Singapore - from the rich food culture to the iconic landmarks.
Chunru drew a face for the pack. βThe face represents all Singaporeans. I wish to highlight that regardless of disabilities, everyone has their own talents and strengths. The eyes represent the different races of Singaporeans, the lips represent the Singapore flag, the hearts on the cheeks represent our love for Singapore and the lines in between is symbolic of the beautiful fireworks we see during the National Day Parade every year.β
Thank you SG Enable and NDP 2023 for this wonderful opportunity, and great job, Chunru, for making us proud! π
05/07/2023
Every fortnight, our Adult Enhancement Programme (AEP) learners would go on various trips around Singapore for their Community Integration (CI) module.
CI is one of the many domains taught in AEP to encourage our adult learners to immerse themselves in activities in the community. Twice a month, our learners will travel on public transport eg. the MRT and/or bus, have their meals in a food court and have the opportunity to interact with people in the community. These outings instill independent living skills and build their self-confidence.
In one of these trips, they headed down to one of the most iconic places - the Singapore Changi Airport!
30/06/2023
Fresh off the press! DSA's quarterly newsletter, DSA News is now available at bit.ly/dsanewsjun2023.
Subscribe to our mailing list at www.downsyndrome-singapore.org to receive our updates via email.
20/06/2023
Congratulations to Nicolas for his double promotion in the Aikido grading!
Nicolas started learning Aikido at the Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) earlier this year and was awarded the grade of 12th Kyu in the latest grading. He enjoys the lessons and likes to learn how to protect himself and others.
Specially tailored for our members with Down syndrome, DSAβs Aikido Enrichment Programme helps development of physical fitness, motor skills, self-defense skills and social interaction skills.
Learn more about all the Enrichment Programmes that we offer here: https://downsyndrome-singapore.org/our-services -C
If you're keen to find out more, call us at 6500 9321 or email [email protected]. π
DSA annual Charity Movie is back after a four-year hiatus with the screening of Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, welcoming over 600 movie-goers at Golden Village, Suntec City on 8 and 11 June 2023.
We are 7% away from reaching our $100,000 target! Your contribution will enable us to continue provide the necessary support in uplifting the lives of all persons with Down syndrome and enable them to live a life of independence and dignity.
Donate: https://www.giving.sg/down-syndrome-association/cm2023
16/06/2023
Hello! Thank you for supporting the DSA Thriftshop since our reopening back in June last year. We will be going for a short break, and we'll be back on Monday, 10 July 2023. See you then!
26/05/2023
It's time for DSA annual Charity Movie after a four-year hiatus! Join us for the premiere screening of the seventh instalment in the Transformer film series and the standalone sequel to Bumblebee (2018) on Thursday, 8 June 2023 at 6.40pm or the general screening on Sunday, 11 June 2023 at 10.20am.
Your attendance and generous donations will help us raise $180,000 for DSA's Independent Living & Training Centre (ILT Centre). This programme aims to empower persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible, with a focus on preparing them for independent living.
Purchase tickets: bit.ly/dsacm2023
Donate: https://www.giving.sg/down-syndrome-association/cm2023
Let's come together to create a path of hope, dignity, and independence for persons with Down syndrome to live a fulfilled and meaningful life!
16/05/2023
It was such a joy reuniting with our friends and forming new connections with the staff from Indeed. We are so proud of our adult learners from Adult Enhancement Program (AEP) who opened up and shared about their work experiences and dream jobs with their buddies from Indeed. Some of them even went a step ahead to craft a resume and learnt how to search for jobs on Indeed site with the guidance from their buddies.
A huge thank you to Katie for organising this fantastic get together, and to all the Indeedians who welcomed us with open arms and caring hearts.
05/05/2023
Last Saturday, our new friends from Project Stories For Life brought us on an engaging adventure learning about the story of Redhill through shadow puppets. Learning with friends is a joy! π€©
26/04/2023
Last Saturday, FSS organised a chocolate decoration workshop for our families. Parents and children had a fun time creating their own chocolate masterpieces. Nothing better than a family bonding activity over a sweet treat π«
FSS has lined up a series of activities for all our families. We look forward to many more fun-filled weekends with all of you.
26/04/2023
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After a three-year hiatus from physical celebrations, DSA commemorated its 18th edition of World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) with more than 400 participants on 18 March 2023. The celebration commenced with a community walk around Bishan -Ang Mo Kio Park, flagged off by our Guest of Honour, Mr. Eric Chua and DSA Chairperson, Mr. Alex Yan. 53 performers across five enrichment groups, Aikido, Dance, Drums, Speech & Drama and Zumba put together various performance items. The highlight of the stage performances is when friends, family and participants cheered on each performer and participated in the performances. We would also like to thank our Guest of Honor, Mr Eric Chua for enthusiastically leading an impromptu drumming engagement with our drummers.
Thanks to the generous support of our community, we've already raised 70% of our goal of $200,000. We need your help to reach the remaining 30%. Your gift of any amount will be eligible for a matching grant of up to $250,000 from Toteboard and all donations will be entitled to a 250% tax deduction.
With access to training, our beneficiaries can attain the needed skills through our Work Readiness Assisted Programme (WRAP), bringing them one step closer to attaining an opportunity for supported and open employment.
Help us reach our goal by the end of the campaign and join us in journeying towards a more inclusive society!
π: https://www.giving.sg/down-syndrome-association/wdsd2023
31/03/2023
Fresh off the press! DSA's quarterly newsletter, DSA News is now available at bit.ly/dsanewsmar2023.
Subscribe to our mailing list at www.downsyndrome-singapore.org to receive our updates via email.
21/03/2023
It's World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) today!
WDSD is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012. The date for WDSD being the 21st day of March, was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome.
Close to 500 people gathered at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park last Saturday to walk with one collective mission β to raise awareness and promote inclusion, diversity, and acceptance of persons with Down syndrome in our communities and in our lives. Thank you SPS Eric Chua .sg for joining us in our mission and celebrating individuals with Down syndrome and their families!
For those of you who didn't managed to join us at the event, you can still support by making a donation at: https://www.giving.sg/down-syndrome-association/wdsd2023. Funds raised will will go towards DSAβs Work Readiness Program which equips our adult learners with basic life skills and functional skills to help them attain their full potential and enable them to participate as fully as possible.
17/03/2023
Meet the Artists behind this year's WDSD socks!
Rainbow by Manpreet Kaur
Faces by Benjamin Lee, Brandon Wong, Lim Thye Ann
17/03/2023
Meet the Artists behind our amazing socks this World Down Syndrome Day!
Faces by Benjamin Lee, Brandon Wong, and Lim Thye Ann
Each unique face is a representation of themselves and the people around them.
Rainbow by Manpreet Kaur
Manpreet loves to paint in colours, especially in blue and purple. The rainbow is reflective of her bright and cheery personality, and a celebration for her love of colours.
If you're joining us for our WDSD event tmr, don't forget to to whip out your boldest, brightest socks out of your wardrobe and for Down syndrome. Fret not if you do not have a pair of bold coloured socks, these awesome socks are available for purchase at the carnival π§¦
In less than 24hours, we'll be commemorating World Down Syndrome Day with a Community Walk and Carnival at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park. Join us for a fun-filled Saturday morning raising awareness for Down syndrome and celebrating the many talents and abilities of our persons with Down syndrome!
π DSA World Down Syndrome Day π
Date: 18 March 2023
Time: 8.30am to 2pm
Location: Ficus Green, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park
Fee: From $25 per participant
Register for the Community Walk at: bit.ly/wdsd2023
Together we can empower people around us to advocate for full inclusion in society for persons with Down syndrome.
16/03/2023
To commemorate World Down Syndrome Day, 'Ethiroli', a Current Affairs based programme on Vasantham, sheds light about Down syndrome and the available resources for adults with Down syndrome to thrive and lead fulfilling lives.
Meet our beneficiaries who are excelling at work and in other activities at: https://www.mewatch.sg/watch/Ethiroli-S19-E49-361375
15/03/2023
We're excited to have DSA Ambassadors Nina Sara Faizal and Avina Yik co-hosting our World Down Syndrome Day event this Saturday, 18 March at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park!
Come join us for a morning of performances, games, and an opportunity to build an inclusive society for all persons with Down syndrome and their families.
See you there!
π DSA World Down Syndrome Day π
Date: 18 March 2023
Time: 8.30am to 2pm
Location: Ficus Green, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park
15/03/2023
We're less than 3 days away from World Down Syndrome Day celebration!
Join us for a fun-filled Saturday morning raising awareness for Down syndrome and learning more about Down syndrome and our community at our 18th World Down Syndrome Day event!
π DSA World Down Syndrome Day π
Date: 18 March 2023
Time: 8.30am to 2pm
Location: Ficus Green, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park
Fee: From $25 per participant
Register for the Community Walk via our bio link!
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Our Story
DSA(S) strives to ensure that persons with Down syndrome are given the opportunity to achieve their potential in all aspects of community life through the provision of education, enrichment programmes and support services. Today, our members with Down syndrome and their families are benefiting from a wide range of educational programmes such as the Infant Toddler Programme (ITP) to serve children with Down syndrome from birth to 36 months, the Integration Facilitation Support Programme (IFSP) that supports children with Down syndrome in mainstream schools and the Adult Enhancement Programme (AEP) for persons 18 years old and above with intellectual disabilities who have graduated from (special) schools. We also have a gamut of Enrichment Programmes such as dance, music, visual arts, art & craft, bowling and gymnastics. All these efforts endeavour to develop and showcase the inherent artistic and sporting talents and capabilities of every individual with Down syndrome and maximise their quality of life to the fullest.
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