February Coffee and Chat 15+ years
A virtual coffee and chat group for families with a son/daughter aged 15+ years. Read More
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Transition to Primary School
An information session to assist parents to choose a suitable primary school for their child with Down syndrome. Read More
Transition to Primary School
An information session to assist parents to choose a suitable primary school for their child with Down syndrome. Read More
Setting the year up for success
This workshop is for education professionals of students with Down syndrome. In this workshop we will identify how to best set up your classroom to include and support all students. Dates Date: Wednesday 1 March 2023 Time: 3:45pm – 5:00pm Location This is an online event. About the event… Read More
Setting up the year for success
This workshop is for education professionals of students with Down syndrome. In this workshop we will identify how to best set up your classroom to include and support all students. Dates Date: Tuesday 14 February Time: 3:45pm – 5:00pm Location This is an online event. About the event Participants… Read More
Down Syndrome Regression Disorder in young people with Down syndrome
Down Syndrome Regression Disorder (DSRD) is a condition that affects young people with Down syndrome and is characterised by an unexpected and severe regression in speech and functional ability. Additional features such as extreme and disabling slowness can also occur. Causes for this are often unclear and very upsetting. Read More
Key Word Sign: 1 Day Basic Workshop
The workshop is accredited with Key Word Sign Australia and delivered by a certified KWS Presenter and will: Provide an interactive teaching environment Support learning a basic vocabulary of signs to use in everyday settings Teach how to choose which signs Cover principles of Key Word Sign and Gesture… Read More
New Parents Workshop
Join our new parents workshop An opportunity to learn more about Down syndrome and DSV and other relevant services and supports. It is also an opportunity to meet and connect with other new parents. Date Wednesday 30 November, 2022 10:30am – 12:30pm (VIC) The session will run for 2 hours. Location… Read More
Latch-On Online Information Session
Join DSQ as we hold information sessions on everything Latch-On, what its about and how you can get involved! Are you, or someone you know, looking to enhance literacy, self-confidence, independence, and work placement opportunities? Latch-On is an innovative, evidence-based literacy program that changes the lives of young adults… Read More
Disability Liaison Officers – How they can help
How Disability Liaison Officers can assist your family in a hospital setting. Read More
Relationships Workshop Online
This workshop is for people with Down syndrome. The two main areas of focus will be consent and staying safe and protecting yourself. We will talk about sexual health, contraception, sexting and reporting abuse. Date Tuesday 22nd November 2022 2:00pm – 4:00pm (QLD) The session… Read More
2023 Education Conference for Parents
Date Tuesday 14th March 2023 9:30am-2:00pm (QLD) Location 77 – 83 Kitchener Road, Ascot (EVENT WILL ALSO BE RECORDED, FOR THOSE WHO CAN’T ATTEND IN PERSON) About the event Join DSQ for the parent stream of our bi-annual education conference, covering areas such… Read More