Current Issue
Ageing Well cover image

Ageing Well

In our December 2023 issue we look at ways that people with Down syndrome can age well, and lead happy and healthy lives throughout adulthood.

Get Social

Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons
🧦 Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day on Thursday 21 March by joining in “Lots of Socks”!  

Lots of Socks is all about understanding Down syndrome and supporting Down Syndrome Australia. Its about embracing differences and celebrating uniqueness. Socks, like people, come in all shapes, sizes and designs.

Invite your school or workplace to take part by wearing colourful socks and joining activities that raise awareness of Down syndrome, diversity and inclusion.

Visit this link to download the Awareness and Inclusion Package for schools or businesses: https://buff.ly/4bQCi2o

Wear your socks, show support and lets spread the message of acceptance.

#LotsOfSocks #WorldDownSyndromeDay

🧦 Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day on Thursday 21 March by joining in “Lots of Socks”!

Lots of Socks is all about understanding Down syndrome and supporting Down Syndrome Australia. It's about embracing differences and celebrating uniqueness. Socks, like people, come in all shapes, sizes and designs.Invite your school or workplace to take part by wearing colourful socks and joining activities that raise awareness of Down syndrome, diversity and inclusion.Visit this link to download the Awareness and Inclusion Package for schools or businesses: Wear your socks, show support and let's spread the message of acceptance.#LotsOfSocks #WorldDownSyndromeDay ... See MoreSee Less

6 days ago
🎉 Exciting update! 🎉

The ACT Down Syndrome Association has a new name: ACT Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disability Association Incorporated.

This change shows their strong commitment to inclusivity in the ACT and surrounding regions. It reflects their mission to support people with Down syndrome and intellectual disability and their families.

🎉 Exciting update! 🎉

The ACT Down Syndrome Association has a new name: "ACT Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disability Association Incorporated."This change shows their strong commitment to inclusivity in the ACT and surrounding regions. It reflects their mission to support people with Down syndrome and intellectual disability and their families. ... See MoreSee Less

7 days ago
Last week, Hugo, our Health Ambassador, and Nat, our Health Program Manager, talked to nearly 200 medical and nursing students at Adelaide University about inclusive communication.

They explained that people with intellectual disability often have extra health challenges. They also shared simple changes healthcare professionals can make to see big improvements in health outcomes.

Attendees loved it! They found the presentation interesting and educational, leaving more confident in communicating with patients for better outcomes.

Great job, Hugo and Nat!

Our Health Ambassadors, a group of people with Down syndrome, educate healthcare workers on the best ways to include people with Down syndrome in health conversations. 

Learn more about their important work on our website: https://buff.ly/3T08QQg 

#DownSyndromeAdvocate #downsyndromeaustralia #inclusion #inclusionaustralia
#InclusionForAll #Inclusionmatters #InclusiveCommunity

Last week, Hugo, our Health Ambassador, and Nat, our Health Program Manager, talked to nearly 200 medical and nursing students at Adelaide University about inclusive communication.

They explained that people with intellectual disability often have extra health challenges. They also shared simple changes healthcare professionals can make to see big improvements in health outcomes.Attendees loved it! They found the presentation interesting and educational, leaving more confident in communicating with patients for better outcomes.Great job, Hugo and Nat!Our Health Ambassadors, a group of people with Down syndrome, educate healthcare workers on the best ways to include people with Down syndrome in health conversations. Learn more about their important work on our website: #DownSyndromeAdvocate #downsyndromeaustralia #inclusion #inclusionaustralia#InclusionForAll #Inclusionmatters #InclusiveCommunity ... See MoreSee Less

1 week ago