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Some fantastic shots from our World Down Syndrome Day Morning Tea at Parliament House in Canberra on Monday.
Thanks to everyone who joined us and made it such a special morning.
3 days ago
New resource: Perimenopause and Menopause
Perimenopause is the time before periods stop.
Menopause is when periods stop completely. It usually happens from age 40 or later.
Women with Down syndrome may experience these changes earlier.
Hormone changes can affect the body and mood.
This resource explains:
– What perimenopause and menopause are
– Common signs to notice
– What can help day to day
– When to speak to a doctor
Understanding these changes helps women feel more prepared and supported.
You can read the fact sheet here:
Easy Read: buff.ly/GntIpJt
Plain English: buff.ly/mQZ0SGn
This is one of five resources in our Ageing Well with Down syndrome series.
Explore the full series: buff.ly/FfeagJ5
Please share the resources with anyone who might find them helpful.
A big thank you to nib foundation, our partner in this project, for helping make these resources possible.
nib Thrive
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4 days ago
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The National Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability Health is leading a new project.
They are looking at the possibility of creating a national web tool to help people with intellectual disability, and their families, carers and supporters, better understand and use the health system.
If you’re a family member, carer, supporter, disability professional or health professional, you’re invited to take part in a short survey. It takes about 10–15 minutes.
Your feedback will help shape what this tool looks like and how it can best support people.
Take the survey: buff.ly/FvnI0oY
The survey closes Thursday 2 April 2026.
You can also go into the draw to win a $100 gift card.
Please share this with others who might like to have their say.
5 days ago
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What a wonderful morning at Parliament House in Canberra.
It was fantastic to come together and celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with our community, partners, supporters and parliamentarians.
We connected, celebrated and heard from speakers about the importance of inclusion and making sure people with Down syndrome are part of everyday life.
This year’s international theme, Together Against Loneliness, was a big part of the conversation.
A highlight was hearing from community members Annie and Matt.
They spoke about connection and what it means to feel like you belong.
That sense of belonging helps people build relationships and feel part of their community. It’s something everyone deserves.
Thanks to everyone who joined us and made it such a special morning.
#WorldDownSyndromeDay #WDSD #CelebrateWDSD #DownSyndromeAustralia
6 days ago
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