DSRF Programs Team

Event Series Raise Me Up

Raise Me Up 2025: Adults (2)

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

Raise Me Up is a small group program for teenagers and young adults with Down syndrome focusing on self-esteem and healthy relationships.

$270

Variety Pack

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

Get ready for a week of non-stop fun and creativity at our mini-camp, designed especially for younger kids with Down syndrome!

$200
Event Series Picassos in Progress (Ages 15+)

Picassos in Progress (Ages 8-14)

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

In this program, creativity is key! We will take a hands-on approach to learning to work with watercolours, pastels, pencil, paper, and more. Students will take inspiration from both real life and a variety of famous artists. Together we will create art to build understanding of space, shape, colour, and value.

$300

Event Series Reading + Communications Plus

Reading + Communications Plus

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

Reading and Communications Plus is designed to build on prior reading skills, with an emphasis on comprehension. Students are guided to ask and respond to who, what, where, and why questions through various texts, movies, and conversations. They explore content through report writing and oral presentations on topics of choice within thematic units.

Event Series Money Math + Budgeting

Money Math + Budgeting

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

The ability to count, read, and budget money is a major contributor to independence. This program begins with the skills required to count out the money to purchase and identify correct change.

Event Series GROW

GROW (Gaining Relationships and Occupational Wins)

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

GROW is a small group program for adults with Down syndrome focusing on two pillars of a rewarding, independent adulthood: meaningful relationships and gainful employment. It is about celebrating small joys in life, like sharing laughs with friends, conquering the nerves of a job interview, and flirting with your crush.

Event Series Taekwondo for Beginners

Taekwondo for Beginners

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

The benefits of Taekwon-Do include increased physical fitness, coordination, balance, concentration, self-discipline, and self-confidence. The DSA Taekwon-Do curriculum is adapted to student needs while developing new areas of competence and strength. Students learn basic Taekwon-do techniques, including strikes, kicks, blocks, stances, and self-defense in a fun and supportive environment.