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COVID-19
This help sheet offers tips and advice for parents who are supporting their child with Down syndrome to learn at home.
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General
This guide helps parents with some commonly asked questions that may arise in the first few weeks of a baby’s life.
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Adolescence Guide
May 2020HealthDown Syndrome Australia developed an Adolescence Guide for parents and families to provide information about adolescence and Down syndrome.
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A Guide for Employees
May 2020EmploymentThe Guide for Employees contains information to help people with Down syndrome to get ready to find a job.
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Down syndrome and Mental Health
May 2020HealthThe Down syndrome and Mental Health guide talks about what people with Down syndrome and their families can do to support good mental health.
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Information for new grandparents
May 2020GeneralThis guide shares experiences from the perspective on grandparents of children with Down syndrome.
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Information for new dads
May 2020GeneralThis guide shares stories from new fathers about their experiences of being a father to a child with Down syndrome.
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A Guide for Employers
May 2020EmploymentThe Guide for Employers provides information to employers who are considering employing someone with Down syndrome.
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Employment
The Practical Guide for Employers is a companion resource to our Guide for Employers. This guide contains ideas and advice for employers of staff with Down syndrome.
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Tips for GPs on Prenatal Screening
May 2020HealthThis tip sheet for GP's provides information about Down syndrome, prenatal screening and communicating information to parents.
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Legal Issues
This guide from Down Syndrome Australia covers common questions people about decision-making and guardianship.
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Ageing
Apr 2020HealthThe Ageing Guide provides information to adults with Down syndrome, their families and professionals about the health and wellbeing of someone with Down syndrome as they age.