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HOIDSA has a cooking class for its young adults with Bethel Lutheran Church's youth group as mentors. The class is open to any member 16 years old and older with our mentors being high school aged. The class will usually be held the 3rd Tuesday of the month at Bethel Lutheran Church (325 W. Queenwood Rd, Morton, IL). Start time will be 7:00 pm unless otherwise stated and finish…

Join us for the 12th year of Special Olympics Young Athletes Program. The Young Athletes Program is an innovative sports play program for children 2-7, with and without intellectual disabilities. A Special Olympics registration form will need to be completed for each participant and volunteer. Email [email protected] if interested in participating or volunteering. Amanda Nauman Coordinator, Peoria Independent Families Link to "young-athletes-schedule.jpg"

“Lights Up Sound Down” gives families with children who have special needs the opportunity to enjoy their favorite movies in a comfortable, sensory-friendly setting with the lights turned up and the volume down in the auditorium. The next movie time is at 10:00 am on the following date: Saturday, December 9, 2017. Movie showing will be: Coco If you have any questions, please “Lights Up Sound Down” gives families with…

Board of Directors Vacancies The Heart of Illinois Down Syndrome Association would like to add to our Board of Directors to fill vacancies and expand our leadership. The Nomination Committee seeks candidates that are passionate about helping people with Down syndrome reach their full potential. Board members will serve a three-year term, attend monthly board meetings, participate on at least one committee, help develop and oversee the operating budget, and…

Tacky Sweater Holiday Party - Jonah's Seafood House - 5:30 pm $10 p/person Hors d'Ouerves, cash bar RSVP by December 1st Mail check payable to HOIDSA to: Milly Howeler, 5624 N Graceland, Peoria IL 61614 Questions: Anne Hollis 309-219-5899