DSWA – Support a person with Down syndrome Your donation of $150 can provide face-to-face support for a person with Down syndrome, new parents or a family. At Down Syndrome WA, we rely on community support to continue delivering these life-changing services. Every dollar makes a difference at Down… Read More
DSWA – Stand with people with Down syndrome 🚨 One week left to make an impact. As EOFY approaches, we are calling on you to stand with people with Down syndrome and their families. Your support helps create opportunities for inclusion, connection, learning, and advocacy across Western Australia. Thank… Read More
Are you an artist with Down syndrome? Do you like making art? We would love to see your artwork. We are making a booklet called an Annual Report. We want to show art made by people with Down syndrome in the booklet. Who can send in artwork? Anyone living in… Read More
DSWA – Support Inclusion this EOFY 🤝 Inclusion starts with community. At Down Syndrome WA, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to reach their potential. Your EOFY donation helps us advocate for greater inclusion, provide education and resources, and support people with Down syndrome to achieve their goals. Join… Read More
DSWA Kids Club and fyieverybodycooks Kids Club met up for a pizza cooking class with fyieverybodycooks ! It was amazing to see everyone getting involved and having fun in the kitchen. A special shoutout to our incredible head chefs, Debbie and Daniel, for their incredible improvising on the… Read More
Down Syndrome Australia have developed a range of resources for adults about ageing well. These resources remind people how they can get older and be healthy. I think people with Down syndrome should watch the video to see how to live well, be happy, be healthy and enjoy… Read More
DSWA Friends for Life and Dance Heroes Our Friends for Life members had an amazing time with Dance Heroes on the weekend!… Read More
Meet Rebecca, MyTime Play Leader at Carrum Downs and Cranbourne. Rebecca met Madison, MyTime’s Senior Program Manager, at their mothers’ group a couple of years ago. At the time, Rebecca was feeling unsure about returning to work after maternity leave until Madison shared information about the MyTime program. With over five years’ experience in childcare and a strong belief that every child deserves an equal… Read More
We have been contacted by several families who have been surprised by a recent check-in from the NDIS and the outcome that followed. In some cases, people have reported that after what they understood to be a routine check-in, plans were subsequently reviewed, changed or reassessed. What is an NDIS check-in, and what should you know about the process? The National Disability Insurance Scheme… Read More
Matthew began an exciting new chapter when he secured a role with Smartwares in Cranbourne West through DSV’s Employment Connections program. He quickly became a valued member of the warehouse team, and has been building skills, confidence, friendships and independence. Matthew works in the warehouse, where he enjoys a variety of tasks. “I do a bit of everything,” Matthew… Read More
Assist Ability in Brooklyn in Melbourne’s west are looking for an Office-all-rounder. The job Assist Ability Australia provides support services to people with disability. They have a nice office and friendly team. They are looking for an adult with Down syndrome to work as an Office-all-rounder. The Office-all-rounder will work in the office with other people in the… Read More
PCH Outreach Did you know as part of our PCH outreach program our Family Support Team are at the Perth Children’s Hospital on most Thursdays. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for a coffee, snack and a friendly listening hear. Email us on familysupport@downsyndromewa.org.au… Read More
