Down syndrome and ageing: for disability, health and aged care workers
A workshop for health and aged care workers about Down syndrome and ageing. Read More
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New Year’s resolutions 2026
Many of us resolve to do better or try new things in the new year. We have lots of ways to help you reach your goals in 2026. Do you want to get fit or be more social? If your goal for the new year is to get fit or be more social, we’d love… Read More
DSV office closed for the holidays
The Down Syndrome Victoria office will be closed from Thursday 18 December for the end of year break. The office will reopen on Monday 12 January. For urgent support through this period, you can call: 1800 RESPECT: 1800 737 732 Safe Steps: 1800 015 188 Lifeline: 13 11 14 Beyond… Read More
What we do at DSV: our Advisory Network
This year, we have shared about the work of some of the teams at Down Syndrome Victoria. This time we hear from our Advisory Network. Have you heard about the DSV Advisory Network and wondered what it is and what they do? Kath, Colby, Jenny, Daniel and Jack from the Advisory… Read More
Regional Connections December update
Strengthening communities through Regional Connections At Down Syndrome Victoria, we know that strong, connected communities make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with Down syndrome and their families. Our Regional Connections project aims to create opportunities for families to connect, share experiences and learn from each other, while deepening our understanding of the… Read More
December NDIS update
With lots of NDIS changes and news taking place, we have collated a summary of some of the items that might be of interest to our community. New CEO of the NDIA The Australian Government has appointed Mr Graeme Head AO as the new CEO of the NDIA for… Read More
Applications for Fiona McBurney Match Day experience 2026
Applications are now closed for the Fiona McBurney Match Day Experience 2026 program. The program aims to connect sport and disability by providing a unique experience for individuals with Down syndrome to undertake an official guest AFL trainer role for the AFL umpires on match day. You can find out more… Read More
Meet MyTime’s Laura
Laura is the facilitator for the Tarneit and Melton MyTime groups and play leads at Epping MyTime. She brings passion, warmth and lived experience to her groups, and enjoys the glimmers of small, joyful moments in everyday life. Laura started as a MyTime member and often says she wishes she had discovered MyTime sooner. “When I was introduced to MyTime,… Read More
AGM and Annual Report 2025
Thank you to everyone who joined on 18 November for our 2025 Annual General Meeting. On the night, we presented DSV’s Annual Report 2024–25: a celebration of all that we achieved during the last financial year. With special thanks to the DSV team and board, as well as the wonderful… Read More
November NDIS update
With lots of NDIS changes and news taking place, we have collated a summary of some of the items that might be of interest to our community. Short term accommodation is now called short term respite The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has recently updated the name and guidelines for short term accommodation… Read More
DSV’s 2025 Christmas gift guide
If you haven’t quite finished your Christmas shopping and are looking for inspiration, take a look at our gift guide! Check out the following businesses and wrap up your Christmas shopping today! The list features creatives and makers who have Down syndrome and were at StepUP! this year as… Read More
Geelong family day: bowling. Bookings for this event have now closed.
Bookings for this event have now closed. Date Date: Sunday 18 January 2026 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm (VIC) Location Oz Tenpin Bowling, 49 Reynolds Road, Belmont About the event BOOKINGS FOR THIS EVENT HAVE NOW CLOSED. Get… Read More
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