Every year, you provide a lifetime of support to 5,500 people with Down syndrome, other diverse abilities, and their families across Wisconsin through the provision of DSAW's programs and services. Some of those people are Norman, Michelle, and DJ.
Norman has been working with his Daily Living Skills Specialist Mary since March of 2021. He works one-on-one to secure and increase his overall safety and independence when out in the community while maintaining proper boundaries. Mary works with Norman as he volunteers at St. Matthew's Church as a pew tender. He stocks all cards, note pads, and envelopes in the pews. He is very precise and assembly projects are a strength of his.
Mary says, "Norman is a joy to be around! He is very friendly and says hi to everyone he sees. Norman loves to celebrate holidays and his birthday. In 2022 he will turn 60 so we will be celebrating all month long!!
DSAW's staff also works with Michelle and DJ by facilitating dates! Their Client Services Coach Becki helps to facilitate dates as they go to restaurants, make meals together, play games, watch movies, shop for the holidays, and more! On their dates, Michelle and DJ discuss future goals, plan meals, and talk about how to support each other.
In addition, Michelle works independently with Becki on daily living skills like healthy eating, exercise, chores, using money, and cooking. DJ is part of a small group to improve social skills and independence.
Norman, Michelle, and DJ all receive different types of support from DSAW. Our Adult Services department provides customized 1:1 services, small groups, and virtual & in-person group-based instruction and tutoring.
When you make a year-end gift to DSAW, you fund a wide range of life-changing services that support thousands of people across Wisconsin. Will you donate today?
