Empowering Individuals with Down Syndrome at School and Work
We had a lot of questions when Troy was born. Why was this happening to us? What health problems will he have? Would he be high functioning? Will Troy ever play with his typical twin … [Continue reading]
In the beginning there was Google. It's what every new mom turns to these days when they receive their child's Down syndrome diagnosis. Like it or not, moms want information and Google provides it … [Continue reading]
“I want you to think about a food or texture that makes you feel ‘ick.’ Now, imagine someone bigger and faster than you pushing it into your mouth! Then, imagine you are strapped to a chair and can’t … [Continue reading]
We've learned a lot about Down syndrome since it was first identified 150 years ago, but there's still a lot we don't know. Now medical experts and advocates are urging Congress to properly fund … [Continue reading]
Sometimes the biggest barrier to inclusion for individuals with disabilities is their family. For fear that their child will be hurt, parents can sometimes overcompensate and overprotect. I’m … [Continue reading]
