DSWA June eNews Our June E-news is out now! Check your email inbox for updates on our new Transition Workshops (Starting School and Teens), Mental Health Workshop for people with Down syndrome, Aim High sushi night, Friends 4 Life Act Up workshop, Parents &… Read More
DSWA – EOFY Donations There are just hours left to make a tax-deductible donation that creates real impact. Every donation to Down Syndrome WA supports programs that empower individuals with Down syndrome to thrive in life, work, and community. Let’s finish the financial year strong… Read More
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… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… Read More
