Join NDSS for our free, month-long webinar series designed to support caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome, addressing critical topics from Alzheimer’s Disease to financial planning and mental health. Each session will feature expert insights and practical strategies to help navigate caregiving challenges while empowering individuals for lifelong success.
Featured Topics:
- Occupational Therapy & Alzheimer's Disease – Exploring interventions for cognitive health and daily living support.
- Mental Health & Dual Diagnosis – Understanding mental health challenges in individuals with Down syndrome.
- Caregiver Burnout – Strategies for maintaining well-being and managing stress.
- Employment Journey – Guidance on career pathways and workforce integration.
- Accommodations for Adults with Down Syndrome – Insights on workplace support and accessibility.
- Financial Planning: Able Accounts – Key financial security options for individuals with disabilities.
- Guardianship & Alternatives – Legal considerations and supportive alternatives for care.
Whether you're a parent, guardian, or professional caregiver, these webinars will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions for your loved one.
| National Down Syndrome Society Caregiver Webinar Series | ||||
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| Title | Date & Time | Presenters | Description | Register for Free |
| NDSS Caregiver Resources | 10/2/25 1-2PM ET | Jessica Kuss, Senior Manager of Education Programs, and Charlotte Woodward, Programs Associate at the National Down Syndrome Society | Join us as we kick off Down Syndrome Awareness Month highlighting NDSS’ caregiving resources as the first part of our month-long Caregiver Webinar Series! | Register |
| A Caregiver’s Guide to Supporting Career Development for Adults with Down Syndrome | 10/7/25 1-2PM ET | Amanda Myers, Certified Employment Support Professional and Director of Employment Services at Down Syndrome Innovations | This webinar will share practical tools and strategies to help caregivers guide their loved one from early job preparation to long-term career growth. Join us to feel more prepared and empowered as a partner in your loved one’s employment journey. | Register |
| Workplace Accommodations for Adults with Down Syndrome: What Caregivers Need to Know | 10/9/25 1-2PM ET | Lisa DeMoss, Cognitive/Neurological Specialist Consultant at Job Accommodation Network | This webinar will provide caregivers with practical guidance on how to support a loved one with Down syndrome or another intellectual or developmental disability (IDD) in navigating disability disclosure and requesting job accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). | Register |
| From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Thriving While you Care | 10/16/25 1-2PM ET | Shatanese Reese, Certified EQi Consultant and CEO of Shatanese Reese, LLC | This webinar will explore the emotional and psychological aspects of caregiving and provide practical tools to help caregivers thrive. Participants will learn to recognize early warning signs of burnout, develop effective self-care practices, and apply stress-reduction techniques designed specifically for the caregiving journey. | Register |
| Understanding and Supporting Trauma in Adults with Down Syndrome | 10/21/25 1-2PM ET | Ruth Brown, PhD, Director of HOPE (Healthy Outcomes and Psychosocial Equity) Lab at Virginia Commonwealth University | In this webinar, caregivers will gain a deeper understanding of how trauma can present differently in adults with Down syndrome. It will explore practical strategies and evidence-informed approaches for providing meaningful support. In addition, the session will highlight helpful resources to further assist families navigating trauma-related challenges. | Register |
| Optimizing ABLE Accounts and Special Needs Trusts | 10/23/25 12-1PM ET | Mike Walther, Founder and President of Oak Wealth Advisors | This webinar will share an overview of major Government Benefits Programs. Opportunities for the greatest impact and how to avoid the most common mistakes will be highlighted. | Register |
| Adapting Activities for Individuals with Down Syndrome as Alzheimer’s Disease Progresses | 10/30/25 1-2PM ET | Katie Frank, PhD, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist at Advocate Medical Group | As Alzheimer’s disease develops, individuals with Down syndrome gradually lose the ability to independently do personal care activities as well as hobbies they used to enjoy. This webinar will provide strategies to modify and adapt personal care and leisure activities throughout the stages of Alzheimer’s disease while ensuring the safety of the individual as well as the caregiver. | Register |