Our Family Support team members provide both professional and peer support
When a baby with Down syndrome is born, parents need accurate and current information about Down syndrome
Peer Support Network for adults with Down syndrome
Adult Support is here to provide support and information to adults with Down syndrome and to their family and friends
School years - information for families and professionals
Resources for families and professionals
Our team have extensive experience in presenting and speaking at events. We offer a variety of perspectives, such as education, healthcare and parent experiences.
Family Fun Day celebrates World Down Syndrome Day and is a great opportunity for families to come together. It is always a relaxed day of fun for everyone. People of all ages are encouraged to attend! Sunday 22 March 2020.
On this day, people all around the world celebrate the lives and achievements of people with Down syndrome, creating a global voice, advocating for the rights, inclusion and wellbeing of people with Down syndrome.
We are committed to ensuring that schools supporting students with diverse needs and learning styles have access to strategies, resources and support.
Join us for this essential professional development conference and learn practical ways to create the foundations for genuine inclusion at your primary or secondary school.
“Employment can offer many more advantages to a person with Down syndrome than simply a source of income. Work gives structure, a sense of purpose, feelings of competency and pride whilst offering an opportunity to learn new things and meet new people.”
Our Education Support Service (ESS) is a classroom based support service for teachers providing practical assistance and resources, improving learning outcomes for students with intellectual disabilities and their classmates.
When sourcing recreation activities for your family member with Down syndrome it's important to consider mainstream/generic options as well as disability options. This will open up many more opportunities for your family.
