16 October 2026 This month, our NDIS update is about: general NDIS changes and news news for FitSkills21 and Club21 participants. General NDIS changes and news When opening the NDIS app or logging into the myplace portal, you may have received a notification about changes to… Read More
Share your experience as a family member or support person Do you support a person with intellectual disability? Your experience could help improve health resources for people with intellectual disability. The National Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability Health is setting up a new Family and Supporters Advisory… Read More
12 October 2026 By Darryl Steff, CEO, Down Syndrome Australia Families Fall Through the Gap When Only Funded Supports Count We are concerned that support determinations, introduced as part of the recent NDIS changes, will have a… Read More
DSWA – StepUP! is this Sunday! StepUP! and Dance for Down Syndrome is on Sunday, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🎉 Don’t forget to pack:HatWater bottleSunscreenPicnic blanketShade shelter Come prepared for a fun day with our amazing WA Down syndrome community!… Read More
We’re thrilled to share a monthly update from the Down Syndrome Advisory Network (DSAN) – a national group of people with Down syndrome who meet fortnightly to build their skills and share their views. This month, we hear from Chris. Read More
DSWA – StepUP! Tickets StepUP! and Dance for Down Syndrome is just around the corner! Have you got your tickets yet? For just $20 per person — with children under 2 free — you can enjoy so much fun and activities for everyone! Here’s what’s… Read More
DSWA – Can’t Make it to StepUP! Can’t make it to StepUP! and Dance for Down Syndrome this year? You can still StepUP! your way and help support people with Down syndrome and their families across WA. There are lots of ways to… Read More
DSWA – StepUP! What’s On There is SO much happening at StepUP! and Dance for Down Syndrome 2026! Come along for a fun-filled day with activities for all ages: Playgroup: Soft Play & Sensory Fun Kids Club: Bubble Play… Read More
DSWA StepUP! Market Stalls Don’t miss these amazing stalls at StepUP! and Dance for Down Syndrome ! Creations by Callum – DSWA member Callum creates prints, cards, bags, tshirts and much more The Flossie Flossie – Freshly spun fairy… Read More
DSWA – Notice of Annual General Meeting Down Syndrome Association of WA Inc. (DSWA) gives notice that its Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held at 7.00 pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 22 October 2025 at The Belmont Hub, Level 2, 213 Wright St, Cloverdale. The DSWA… Read More
DSWA – Dance Crew at StepUP! Make a donation to the DSWA Dance Crew’s fundraising! Our incredible DSWA Dance Crew was created through our Skills for Life Through Dance Program. It is made up of 11 adult members with Down syndrome and supported by our Employment… Read More
DSWA – Regional Facebook Groups 💙💛 Regional families — this one’s for you! We’re working hard to share more information, events, opportunities and support with our families living across regional WA. Don’t forget to join the DSWA Facebook community for your region to stay connected… Read More
