Links

Click below for more information from other agencies 

Down Syndrome Education International (DownsEd)
Research and education.

Down Syndrome Association
Support, information and training.

Down Syndrome Medical Interest Group (DSMIG)
Health information.

Family Information Service Hub (FISH)
East Riding local government site.

Something Special (CBeebies)
BBC childrens show incorporating Makaton signing and the fabulous Mr Tumble!

Positive About Down Syndrome
Lots of real life stories written by parents with various experiences associated with Down Syndrome.

Down Syndrome Scotland
Another source of information and advice.

Children's Heart Federation
Information and advice about heart conditions.

Down's Heart Group
Support and information related to heart conditions associated with Down Syndrome.

Singing Hands
Learning signing through singing.

The Specials
A docu-soap about young adults with Down Syndrome.

Family Fund
The Family Fund helps families with severely disabled or seriously ill children and young people aged 17 and under to have choices and the opportunity to enjoy ordinary life.

Special Stars Foundation
Special Stars Foundation is a local charity in Hull and the East-Riding, with a keen focus on improving quality of life for people affected by disability and their families.

 

Anya and her Mummy

Down Syndrome Awareness Week March 2024

Down Syndrome Awareness Week takes place this year from the 18th of March to the 24th. This year's theme is "End the Stereotypes". Click here to find out how you can get involved this year.

 

From Twitter

Friday Sessions

We're delighted to announce that our Winter sessions will continue to be face to face. We have the following dates to share.

January

12th

19th 26th

February

2nd

9th 23rd

Note half term on Friday 16th, so no session on this date.

March

1st

8th 15th 22nd

 

Can't attend a session?

Please let us know if you cannot attend a session - either contact your group leader direct, or contact the office on 01482 420160 or office@downrightspecial.co.uk

Friday Visitors

We regularly have visitors to our Friday sessions, whether they be healthcare professionals, friends from the community or old faces returning to have a catch up with us.