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New resource: Grief and Loss
Grief means feeling sad after losing someone or something important.
People with Down syndrome may show grief in different ways. They might seem quiet, upset, angry or confused.
This fact sheet explains:
– What grief is
– Common signs
– What helps
– When to ask for support
Talking about grief helps people feel less alone.
Read the fact sheet here: buff.ly/zYIZ1tj
This is one of five resources in our Ageing Well with Down syndrome series.
Explore the full series: buff.ly/FfeagJ5
Please share this guide with anyone who might find it helpful.
A big thank you to nib foundation, our partner in this project, for helping make these resources possible.
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13 hours ago
Meet Stella from Tasmania.
Stella has started a podcast called Happi Chats with her support worker, Hilary. She’s engaging and great to listen to.
In the first episode, Stella talks about living with Down syndrome.
Our employment team met Stella at Down Syndrome Tasmania’s camp last month. She finished school in 2024 and is now working towards open employment.
It’s great to see her sharing her voice in this way.
Listen to Episode 1 here: buff.ly/Pr5txOH
What other podcasts by or featuring people with Down syndrome do you enjoy?
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This World Health Day, it’s a good time to check in on your health.
Our free health apps can help.
The Good Health App helps people with Down syndrome keep track of their health in one place.
The Health Record App helps parents and carers store and manage health information.
Both apps are free and easy to use.
You can download them now from Google Play and the Apple App Store.
Please share this post with anyone who might find these apps helpful.
#DownSyndromeAustralia #InclusiveHealth #DisabilityHealth
3 days ago
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Our Down Syndrome Advisory Network (DSAN) has been learning more about advocacy and how to speak up.
They’ve been exploring different types of advocacy, looking at DSA’s Advocacy Asks, and talking about how to support others in their community.
This month, Anna shares what the group has been up to.
Read Anna’s update: buff.ly/6uq79IP
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