Empowering Dreams Through the ABLE Act
PART OF OUR RESOURCE 2024 SERIES: Expanding your options and your community Featuring guest blogger, parent, advocate, Jawanda Mast ....
top of page
Search
10 min read
Empowering Independence: Ensuring Safety & Security
INCLUDING: How to be Home Alone & How to Promote Safe Online Experiences Safety and security understandably stand as the primary concern...
120
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...
152
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...
199
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!
91
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...
209
7 min read
The Value, Risks, and Process of Getting a Job
Getting a Job Can Be Both Alluring and Dangerous There are many reasons to secure a job. The process is often not simple or quick and can...
137
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 ...
197
9 min read
The Low Down on Higher Education for People with IDD
PART OF OUR RESOURCE 2024 SERIES: Expanding your options and your community Featuring guest blogger, parent, and advocate Dr. Chelsea...
199
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...
105
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...
170
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...
145
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...
191
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...
88
5 min read
The Inclusive College Experience at ClemsonLIFE
There are currently 310 post-secondary education (PSE) programs located across 49 states. As the number of programs continues to expand...
113
5 min read
Independence is a Lifelong Journey: Go Flourish!
About 10 years ago, Gwendolyn came home from school and stated emphatically, "I want to be independent." She had watched her younger...
78
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...
155
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
8 min read
Moment of Truth (& 10 Ways to Lose Your Benefits)
Moment of Truth Typically when our loved one is in their teens or early 20s, they will reach their "moment of truth." This sounds like a...
310
7 min read
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...
117
bottom of page