A monthly opportunity to chat and network with other families with a family member with Down syndrome.
This is a chance for parents and carers of teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 15+ years to connect with peers across Victoria. It’s a great opportunity to meet others from across the state, and to connect with DSV’s Sonia Bonadio. The conversation is informal, so bring your cuppa and any topics or questions you might want to discuss.
The topic this month is managing money and money skills.
Date
Date: Thursday 25 June
Time: 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm (VIC)
Location
This is an online event.
About the event
These sessions are suitable for parents who have a son or daughter with Down syndrome aged 15+ years.
What you can expect
- connect with other parents and carers
- share information and experiences
- peer support
- updates from Down Syndrome Victoria.
The types of topics we discuss
- options for after schooling
- NDIS
- employment
- recreation ideas.
To register
To register, please visit our online registration page.
Presenter
Sonia Bonadio, DSV
Sonia is DSV’s Family Support Manager. She is a social worker and a parent of a child with Down syndrome. She has worked with services in the disability sector, mental health and community based prenatal services. She has worked with DSV for over 10 years, firstly as a MyTime group facilitator and as the Family Support Manager since 2018. She is deeply committed to fostering belonging, promoting awareness, and equipping families with knowledge, resources and the guidance they need to navigate each stage of life with confidence.
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Funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services