Programs and Services
DSATB offers a variety of free classes and services to our members. Check our calendar for upcoming classes and events.
Our Classes
3.21 Art Class
Our 3.21 Art Class was the first program that we offered. The class is currently led by our board secretary, Mercedes Anderson. During the class, we offer free speech therapy and occupational therapy services. Our occupational therapist, Susan Brindise, works alongside our art teacher to add occupational therapy elements to the lesson, with focuses such as fine motor skills. Our speech therapist, Carey Schumacher Zeithaml, visits the lessons and offers pull out services.
DSATB’S Life Skills Class
DSATB also offers a life skills class led by instructor Shelbea Houston. Participants learn about important life skills, such as hand washing.
Dance Classes Held By “Dancing for A Difference”
Ancillary board member, Sara Battaglia, offers free dance classes for our members. Check our upcoming events to see when our next class will be held. They are typically from 10:45am -11:45am each Saturday.
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Down to Hoop (Partnership with the Skills Center)
The Down Syndrome Association Of Tampa Bay #21Strong and The Skills Center present DOWN TO HOOP 
. We partnered together to fill a void in the Tampa Bay area. Hoops for individuals with special needs. We had our first skills clinic in January and will have more upcoming. MORE TO COME!
Craig Woodard Sr.
Executive Director
DSATB
#downtohoop
Services
IEP Advocacy Scholarships
DSATB offers IEP Advocacy Scholarships. Our IEP advocate is Ashley Rivera from DeveLOVED Co. Please reach out to us if you would like her to attend your child’s IEP meeting in order to ensure your child receives what is legally theirs. She will do an initial Q&A, prep work and attend in person or via virtually.
In order to qualify you must be a member of the Down Syndrome Association of Tampa Bay and have attended at least two DSATB events or programs over the last two quarters. If applicable, DSATB will pay for the entire service. Please email Craig Woodard Sr. at Craig.Woodard@dsatb.org. DSATB is here to help.
Speech Therapy
DSATB offers free speech therapy services that take place the third Sunday of every month during our 3.21 Art Class. Our speech therapist is Carey Schumacher Zeithmal. Carey meets with our parents to discuss the goals that they have for their child. From there, she offers tailored services for all of our members.
Occupational Therapy
DSATB also offers free occupational therapy services that take place the third Sunday of each month during our 3.21 Art Class. Our occupational therapist is Susan Brindise. Susan also meets with our parents to discuss the goals that they have for their child. She often works alongside of our art teacher to plan lessons that target fine motor skills.