top of page

Search


9 min read
Exploring Self-Compassion for Families with Down Syndrome
PART OF OUR RESOURCE 2024 SERIES: Expanding your options and your community Featuring guest blogger Dr. Karen Bluth, who shares great...
70


6 min read
Top 10 Actions for Families with Down Syndrome
A quick & easy recap of decisions you must face! Armed with 30 years as a parent of Gwendolyn, our wonderful daughter with Down syndrome,...
174


7 min read
Traveling with Down Syndrome and Special Needs: Creating Memories That Last a Lifetime
Learn how Joey's Journeys is creating lasting memories for individuals with Down syndrome through accessible travel. Join us today!
100


11 min read
Preparing for Independence: Getting Off on the Right Foot
INCLUDING: Setting Mindset and the Parent's Role  The world has changed and the possibilities are endless. Now, our children with Down...
155


6 min read
Free Online Resources for Children with Down Syndrome
PART OF OUR RESOURCE 2024 SERIES: Expanding your options and your community Featuring guest blogger, mum, and CEO of Learn and Thrive, Jo...
222


10 min read
Learning to Manage Friends & Strangers
PLUS: Tips on Dating, Sex, and the "M" word! From the moment of their birth, we simply hope our kids are happy and know love. Yet we...
136


9 min read
Trusting My Intuition: Advocating for My Son with Down Syndrome
PART OF OUR RESOURCE 2024 SERIES: Expanding your options and your community Featuring guest blogger, real estate specialist, co-founder...
298


7 min read
Independence Day for Down Syndrome!
Independence can seem overwhelming. These 10 pillars make possibilities REALITY!
PLUS: Enjoy 25% OFF our Essential Guide!
92


8 min read
Everything You Need to Know About SSI
PART OF OUR RESOURCE 2024 SERIES: Expanding your options and your community Featuring guest blogger and special needs financial planner...
213


8 min read
Age Eighteen: Decisions, Decisions...
PART OF OUR RESOURCE 2024 SERIES: Expanding your options and your community Featuring guest blogger and special needs planning attorney...
172

9 min read
Passion Prevails: Words of Wisdom from a Lifelong Advocate
PART OF OUR RESOURCE 2024 SERIES: Expanding your options and your community Featuring guest blogger, parent, and family and disability...
219


6 min read
These Numbers Will Compel You To Action
As advocates for our loved ones and the DS community, here's what you need to know 60 95 19 60 38 15 40 ...
198


5 min read
Extended Lifespan Offers Opportunity & Challenge
CELEBRATING THE JOURNEY ON WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY Four facts should prompt you to action: #1: As recently as the '80s the average...
109


9 min read
The Making of an Advocate: Using Your Voice for Good
PART OF OUR RESOURCE 2024 SERIES: Expanding your options and your community Featuring guest blogger, parent, and advocate Jawanda Mast. I...
146


6 min read
Three Pillars of Independence
Guiding Principles for Parents of People with Down Syndrome A while back, Beyond Down Syndrome surveyed parents about their hopes and...
172


5 min read
Introducing GiGi's in the Big Apple
PART OF OUR RESOURCE 2024 SERIES: Expanding your options and your community GiGi’s Playhouse is a one-of-a-kind achievement center for...
146


8 min read
Talking About Down Syndrome With Family, Friends, & Professionals
Advocating for your loved one through every stage of life When our loved one with Down syndrome is, we are confronted with many different...
198


4 min read
Independence Resources for Adults with Down Syndrome
It's never too early, nor too late, to plan for independence Through the Beyond Down Syndrome blogs over the last 3 years, we've covered...
92


7 min read
The Other 'D' Word: Divorce and How to Get Through It
The other D-word. Divorce. It’s a word we hate to think about, or even say. It’s not something we think will ever happen to us. Sure...
156

4 min read
Ms. Boyd Shares Her Teaching Gifts
My name is Calista Boyd and I have been teaching all ages from preschool to college remedial reading over the past 40 years. I enjoyed...
81
bottom of page