What is Down syndrome regression disorder? Down syndrome regression disorder (or DSRD) is a rare condition that can affect people with Down syndrome. It is characterised by the sudden loss of skills that a person used to have. These changes usually happen quickly over… Read More
DSWA Employment Program Join Our Employment Program! At DSWA, we’re thrilled to offer exciting employment opportunities to our members! Employment provides valuable experiences that help build independence, confidence, and a strong sense of belonging in the wider community. It’s a fantastic step toward personal growth and being part of… Read More
Royal Flying Doctor Service in Richmond, Melbourne, are seeking a Receptionist/Office Assistant. This job is for an adult with Down syndrome. The job is a paid position for 6 hours a week, Tuesdays and Friday 9am to 12pm. Trams 75 and 48 are just outside and can take you straight… Read More
DSWA Board Nomination Advertisement 2025 Nomination Advertisement 2025 Down Syndrome WA Board Notice 11 August 2025 2025-2026 Board Nominations The DSWA AGM will be held on Wednesday 22 October 2025, and the board is now calling for nominations to the Board. The Down Syndrome WA Board of Directors invites nominations from members, their family or extended family and members of the WA community to fill… Read More
DSWA Ready for Work Program Ready for Work Program – Expressions of Interest Now Open! We’re thrilled to announce that expressions of interest are now open for our Ready for Work Program! This program is a fantastic opportunity for DSWA members who are looking to gain the skills and… Read More
5 August 2025 About the NDIS funding periods There are a lot of changes to the NDIS at the moment, and we want to make sure you understand what is happening and why. This post is to tell you about a change to NDIS plans called funding periods. This change began… 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 Anna Gray. Read More
DSWA Basketball Event Our Friends for Life and Aim High members had a great time last week, joining the All Abilities Hoops WA program for some Basketball fun. They ran through skills and drills and ended the night with two games. It was great to have some of the… Read More
DSWA What’s On For details of the events below see our e-News (https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/wa/news-and-events/down-syndrome-wa-newsletters/), go to our Events (https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/wa/news-and-events/events/) page or contact us – admin@downsyndromewa.org.au… Read More
DSWA E-News July 2025 Our July E-news is out now! Check your email inbox for updates on Fathers Day event, Self Defence Course (18+), Key Word Sign Course, Karaoke (Friends for Life and Aim High) plus lots more! Keep up to date with everything happening at DSWA by subscribing… Read More
DSWA Step UP and Dance Performers Expressions of Interest for Performers at Step UP! We are seeking expressions of interest for interactive dance performances for the Step Up and Dance for Down Syndrome event on the 12th of October 2025. This will involve a performance on stage by… Read More
DSWA HESTA Awards Morning Tea On Thursday the DSWA team enjoyed a lovely morning tea thanks to Ben Brackley from HESTA and Steve Cartmall from ME Bank. Morning tea was to celebrate DSWA’s CEO, Cassandra Hughes. (GAICD), being named as finalist in the National 2025 Hesta Excellence Awards. Cassandra… Read More
