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Inclusion: Lifelong Choices Each Family Should Consider
To be honest, "inclusion" was always a sensitive word for us. Sure, as new parents of a beautiful daughter with Down syndrome, we have...
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Tips and Resources for Dual Diagnosis Families
As a parent walking the road alongside many families who have a child with Down syndrome, we’ve had both challenging and rewarding...
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Rosaura Shares the Pain of Dual-Diagnosis
When Ethan was discharged from the hospital, they sent us to meet with the social worker. I don’t remember much of our conversation, but...
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Rediscover Best Buddies: Building a More Inclusive World
Guest blogger Tracy Churchman shares the amazing offerings and wonders of today's Best Buddies program Hi, my name is Tracy Churchman and...
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Carolyn's Inspiring Story of Daniel Overcoming Communication Challenges
My name is Carolyn and I started out my career in education and have worked with people with disabilities for 40 years. I had been...
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Their Dream Must Be Our Dream
Putting Our Loved Ones First We all want our independence. It's a natural human drive. A recent study showed personal happiness is most...
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Chatty Camille Still Tackling Social Challenges
Camille and her mom Larina tackle the hidden challenges of socializing with DS Brian and I live in Davidson, a vibrant college town just...
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Valuable Resources for Families with Down Syndrome
50 linked resources to support your self-advocate's independence journey During Gwendolyn's independence journey, we've gathered some...
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Individuals with Down Syndrome are NOT Always Happy: This is How You Can Help
Guest blogger Michele Mattox provides lots of essential and sage advice to help address mental health challenges for our loved ones with...
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Dutch is Paving his Own Independence Path
Rebekah shares her heartwarming story of goal setting and support to help Dutch gain employment and a place of his own. Dutch was born in...
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Overcoming Down Syndrome Plateaus
What to do when your adult with Down syndrome feels sluggish We all plateau at times. We get kinda sluggish, stuck in a rut, losing some...
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Ayla's Journey Through the Storm
A heartbreaking story of personal regression and the journey to return Something was happening to my stepdaughter, Ayla, in the fall of...
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3 Legal Documents You Should Have in Place Now
Including a free Letter of Intent template Give yourself and your family the peace of mind that your loved one is being properly taken...
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Start Your Independence Plan Early...and How
4 Tips for New Parents For new parents, independence for their child with Down syndrome may seem like only a distant dream. It is so far...
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For Chaya, Her Parents Nurtured Her Independence and It's Paying Off
Chaya's energy and initiative shine through and she continues to blossom Our entire philosophy in raising Chaya has been: accommodate,...
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10 Pillars of Independence Made Simple
It's never too early nor too late to make a plan! Whether your loved one with Down syndrome is 1 or 51, contemplating independence can be...
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For Slayton, Chores Have Paved The Way to Skills and Confidence
Stacy Lynn shares the inspiring story of her son, Slayton Little By Little Slayton is a kind, strong, well-adjusted 16-year-old now, but...
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Independence Can be Scary!
Planning Futures with our Adults with Down Syndrome Independence for our children with Down syndrome can be quite scary, regardless of...
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Amanda's Story: Independent from Day One
Support is a springboard to a vibrant life! From the day Amanda was born, she was fighting for her life, her breath, and her...
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5 Common Health Risks to Prepare for Now
The prevalence of these conditions within our community will shock you and become an urgent call to action! In addition to the various...
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