Down Syndrome Alabama

10/20/2026

The Cahaba Heights Witches Ride isn't just for our witches on wheels - Think of it as a parade with a spooky twist! It's an afternoon of Halloween fun for the whole community, and it's completely FREE to attend! Bring your family, grab your candy buckets, and find a spot along the route to watch our witches roll by and toss treats!

🧹 Saturday, October 24 at 4 PM

No registration or ticket needed to watch. Only those participating in the ride need to register (https://bit.ly/witchesride2026)

10/20/2026

Our fall Virtual Lunch & Learn series continues next week! Each session will bring practical information, helpful resources, and experts who can answer your questions. All sessions are FREE, virtual, and held from 11:30 AM–12:30 PM. Take a look at what’s coming up and mark your calendar for the topics that matter most to your family. Register 👉 https://linktr.ee/dsacares

10/20/2026

Connection matters!

Finding people who understand, encourage, celebrate, and walk alongside you can make all the difference. That is why CONNECTION is one of the three pillars of everything we do at Down Syndrome Alabama!

10/19/2026

💙 Another Alabama community standing with DSA for Down Syndrome Advocacy Month!

Thank you to the City of Pelham for joining us in celebrating individuals with Down syndrome and recognizing the importance of advocacy! We are grateful for communities that help us champion inclusion, create more opportunities, and ensure individuals with Down syndrome have a voice in the places they call home.

10/19/2026

‼ Witches deserve a little pampering, too! Register to be a riding witch in the Cahaba Heights Witches Ride and you could win a spa service from MYRAINBERRY ! October 24 is coming up fast 🔗 https://bit.ly/witchesride2026

10/19/2026

Self-advocates are leading the way, using their voices to create change in their schools, workplaces, communities, and beyond. Advocacy means making sure individuals with Down syndrome have a voice in the decisions that affect their lives!

See Us 💙 Know Us 💛 Love Us

10/18/2026

The University of Alabama is looking for adults with Down syndrome, ages 18–60, to participate in a research study focused on physical activity and body composition!

Participation involves one visit to campus lasting approximately 1–2 hours. Participants will receive a $50 gift card and a personalized body composition report.

Interested in participating? https://bit.ly/4sf51qk

10/18/2026

We're RAISING THE BAR for families and educators across Alabama!

Join DSA and National Down Syndrome Congress January 22–23 in 📍Trussville for two days of nationally recognized speakers, valuable resources, practical strategies, and meaningful connections.

You won't want to miss it 👉 https://www.downsyndromealabama.org/edcon

10/18/2026

Inclusion is about more than simply being present. It is about being welcomed, valued, included, and knowing you belong.

This Down Syndrome Advocacy Month, let’s continue creating communities where everyone has a place and everyone matters!

10/18/2026

About last night…were you Buzzing? Check out our amazing episode that aired as a check in on what’s been buzzing with DSA! Buzz4good

As originally broadcast on October 16, 2026, on Alabama Public Tele...