Winter 2024 Newsletter

A new year brought a change in leadership for New Directions. Barrett Kaufman served as the organization’s Board President in 2023. He recently handed the reins over to Laura Hanson. A word from former president Barrett. What a year 2023 was! As I look back at the...

Fall 2023 Newsletter

Hello Families and Friends, Happy Fall! As the sun sets on the warm summer days, we are excited to welcome you to our Fall Newsletter! The transition from summer to autumn is a magical time of the year, marked by the changing colors of the leaves, cooler weather, and...

Poll for Informational Evening with Stephanie Busjahn

Are you interested in learning more about state and federal assistance programs available in the area? Do you have a child or a young adult looking to transition into adult life? Would you like to know more about therapies, services, school, and adult services...
Alert Me Band Offer & 2020 Recap

Alert Me Band Offer & 2020 Recap

Dear New Directions Families & Supporters, We’ve missed seeing everyone at the BuddyWalk, Family Picnic, parades, and parties that could not happen this past year. With 2020 behind us, we’re filled with hope that this year will give us a chance to partake in the...
Happy January Birthdays!

Happy January Birthdays!

Happy January Birthdays! Colin Delaney – 1/1/1990 Violet Smith – 1/2/2015 Mareth Beier – 1/3/2007 Caden Simantel – 1/6/2005 Ella Claire Ulrich – 1/7/2011 Sarah Ayres – 1/8/1998 Dax Huezo – 1/13/2004 Elizabeth Robinson –...
Scheels 12 Days of Giving

Scheels 12 Days of Giving

On the twelfth and last Day of Giving, the community, and Scheel’s staff select New Directions Down Syndrome Association! New Directions strives to enhance the lives of individuals with Down syndrome throughout their lifespan by providing support, information,...
Happy December Birthday Wishes to…

Happy December Birthday Wishes to…

Happy December Birthday wishes to… 4th – Mccaulay McDonald 5th – Faith Bock 6th – Zion Lowe 7th – Malin Kwasniewski 8th – Brayden Schlader, Alexander Speirs 9th – Asher Buchholz, Cody Fite, LJ Traversie 11th – Faith...