Child with Down’s Syndrome Grows up in TV Serial

Frisk and merriment are blown away. He knows exactly that he has to concentrate. Next scene. An actor with many years of experiences knows that. Even one with Down’s syndrome. Jan Grünig from Cologne, Germany, has these experiences.  Child with Down’s Syndrome Grows up in TV Serial - read more

Lack of Supply for Older People with Down Syndrome

In Germany there hardly are any physicians who are experienced in special problems of older people with Down syndrome. The consequence: a lack of health care. Lack of Supply for Older People with Down Syndrome - read more

Down Syndrome: Three Sisters and Their Own House

Three sisters – one house. Although Stefanie, Petra and Ulrike have Down syndrome they have live in a house on their own. Almost on their own – for their parents live vis-à-vis and help the young women. Down Syndrome: Three Sisters and Their Own House - read more

„Each Child Should Go Its Own Way“ – Interview about Unequal Siblings

He has got Down’s syndrome and she is highly gifted. Brother and sister as different as they can be. The eight year old Thomas and the four year old Cosima are different from other children. REHACARE.de asked their mother Anita Kinle how living with such different kids is like. „Each Child Should Go Its Own Way“ – Interview about Unequal Siblings - read more

Showing Life - the Way It Is

The public image of people with a handicap is slowly changing – that is reflected by a more frequent appearance of the topic disability in the media as well as how those with a disability are presented. Showing Life - the Way It Is - read more

Births with Down's Syndrome Increase

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[01/12/2008] The number of babies in England and Wales being born with Down's syndrome has risen to a higher level than in 1989 - with two births a day according to the latest figures. Births with Down's Syndrome Increase - read more

Shifting Perspectives in Halifax

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[26/06/2009] A unique photographic exhibition created by and about people with Down's syndrome takes place at Halifax's Dean Clough Gallery from June 6th till September 30th 2009. Shifting Perspectives in Halifax - read more

Soap Features Baby with Down's Syndrome

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[04/09/2006] Popular BBC soap Eastenders will soon be featuring a baby with Down's syndrome, when Honey and Billy's baby is diagnosed with the condition. Soap Features Baby with Down's Syndrome - read more

"I Have Special Needs: A Job"

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[03/01/2007] An advertising campaign featuring a close-up of the face of a man with Down's syndrome and the words: "I Have Special Needs: A Job” was launched by The Down's Syndrome Association. "I Have Special Needs: A Job" - read more

Down's Syndrome Football Team with Simon Elliott

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[30/11/2007] Simon Elliott and Fulham FC train Fulham’s Down’s Syndrome Football Team. Down's Syndrome Football Team with Simon Elliott - read more

Parents of Children who Have Down's Syndrome Feel Unsupported and Misinformed

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[22/05/2006] Health service continues to fail parents of children who have down's syndrome, according to a current survey.  Parents of Children who Have Down's Syndrome Feel Unsupported and Misinformed - read more

Damon Hill: Help Create Living Museum at Normansfield

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[29/06/2004] A group of local charities - led by Down’s Syndrome Association patron and F1 World Champion Damon Hill - has invited local community leaders, celebrities and business executives to visit and help shape the future of Normansfield hospital. Damon Hill: Help Create Living Museum at Normansfield - read more

Education System Is Failing Children with Down’s Syndrome

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[28/05/2004] A report published to mark Down’s Syndrome Awareness Week (31st May – 6th June) reveals the discrimination and failings of Local Education Authorities and schools to make appropriate provision and support for children with Down’s syndrome. Education System Is Failing Children with Down’s Syndrome - read more

Council Pays Compensation for Wrong Decision

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[21/10/2005] Southend Borough Council have agreed to pay £35,000 in compensation for severe impact of an inappropriate placement for a young man with Down's syndrome. Council Pays Compensation for Wrong Decision - read more

New Communication Help

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[11/07/2007] A new software can improve communication ability among children who are intellectually disabled or have communication limitations such as autism, Down’s syndrome, or cerebral palsy. New Communication Help - read more

Recovering with Dogs Requires Less Pain Medication

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[04/12/2009] Adults who use pet therapy while recovering from total joint-replacement surgery require 50 percent less pain medication than those who do not. Recovering with Dogs Requires Less Pain Medication - read more

Story of Success: Hotel for Handicaps

The house was intended to give disabled children a home for the future where they live and work together. Today it is a small barrier free three star hotel where most of the employees are handicapped.  Story of Success: Hotel for Handicaps - read more

Down's Syndrome: Employment Barriers

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[02/07/2007] Only one in five adults of working age with Down’s syndrome are in paid employment, new research from the Down’s Syndrome Association revealed. Down's Syndrome: Employment Barriers - read more