Join us for the workshop I Want to Date! Supporting Healthy Dating Relationships for Parents/ Siblings / Carers and Professionals.

Building intimacy and meaningful connections is a fundamental human need, and individuals with intellectual disabilities are no exception. However, they often face unique challenges as they navigate the dating world. In this workshop, parents will explore these barriers, discover ways to support their loved ones, and learn effective strategies to guide self-advocates through the important steps of developing healthy relationships.

Speaker - Terri Couwenhoven

Terri Couwenhoven is an ASSECT-certified sexuality educator with a passion for creating programs and resources tailored to individuals with cognitive disabilities, their families, and the professionals who support them.

She is the author of several acclaimed books:

“Teaching Children with Down Syndrome about Their Bodies, Boundaries, and Sexuality: A Guide for Parents and Professionals”
“The Girls’ Guide to Growing Up: Choices and Changes in the Tween Years”
“A Boy’s Guide to Growing Up: Choices & Changes During Puberty”
“Boyfriends & Girlfriends: A Guide to Dating for People with Disabilities”

Terri also serves as the Clinic Coordinator for the Down Syndrome Clinic at Children’s Wisconsin. In this role, she coordinates care and provides comprehensive support to families of individuals with Down syndrome across all age groups.

Outside of her professional work, Terri is a devoted mother of two daughters, including her eldest, who has Down syndrome. Her personal and professional experiences deeply inform her work, making her a trusted and empathetic voice in the field.

Date: Tuesday 25th March 2025

Time: 10:00am - 11:30am

Format: Online

Cost: Free

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Content Warning: Please note this facilitated workshop will discuss the topic of Down syndrome. Attendees are advised that statistics, life experiences and challenges associated with living with Down syndrome may be discussed, which may be triggering or confronting for some participants. We encourage all attendees to priorities self care, and note that participants are free to leave the event at any time.

Down Syndrome NSW is the peak body for Down syndrome. We work with pride to support people with Down syndrome to reach their full potential. Your support at our events makes our work possible. Where we can, we provide events for free or at cost recovery only. We greatly appreciate your support.

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We look forward to seeing you there!

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