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Down’s Syndrome Association is awarded a Heritage Lottery Grant
... Heritage Lottery Fund London said: “This project not only enables a wide range of people to learn more about the extraordinary abilities of Henry James Pullen, but they will also gain a deeper ...
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Down’s Syndrome Association is awarded a Heritage Lottery Grant
... Bowers, Head of Heritage Lottery Fund London said: “This project not only enables a wide range of people to learn more about the extraordinary abilities of Henry James Pullen, but they will also ...
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Defeat Dementia in Down's Syndrome Study
... Brain Imaging Centre (WIBC) Cambridge, to investigate the risk of dementia in people with Down’s syndrome (DS). This four year study is funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC). We believe that a chemical ...
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Calling all Budding Photographers
This year's My Perspective competition is now OPEN! My Perspective, is the only photography competition for people with Down's syndrome. The competition started in 2010 as the natural ...
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DSA delighted to be working with new Charity of the Year Partner for 2012
... be able to enhance their skill base which will then directly be applied to providing and developing lifelong support to people with Down’s syndrome and their families. Managing Director of the Centre, ...
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DSA delighted to be working with new Charity of the Year Partner for 2012
... enhance their skill base which will then directly be applied to providing and developing lifelong support to people with Down’s syndrome and their families. Managing Director of the Centre, ...
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Other
... evening 30 March - Sunday 1 April Cost: £100 per parent, £50 per child over 2 years, infants with Down's syndrome are free. Supporting Social Development and Behaviour in Children and Young People with ...
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December 10th is Human Rights Day
... Human Rights Act protects us all from violence, abuse and neglect, and enshrines our liberty, free speech and right to protest in UK law. In essence it ensures all people are treated with basic dignity ...
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Government reverses its decision to stop the mobility component of Disability Living Allowance for people in residential care
Maria Miller, Minister for Disabled People, has announced that the Government will no longer be cutting the mobility component of Disability Living Allowance for people in residential care The Down's ...
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My Sister Bobbie
... discovered later, give these coupons in appropriately addressed envelopes to a dear neighbour who would affix a stamp and post them. Goodness knows how many people received free gifts and catalogues “out ...
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DWP work with us on the development of the proposed new Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
... We were invited to be part of a group of organisations advising the DWP on how the proposed assessment criteria for PIP would impact upon the lives of people with learning disabilities. Last ...
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World Down Syndrome recognised officially by the United Nations
... copies of chromosome 21, which is unique to people with Down syndrome, and people and organisations worldwide celebrate on this day in a variety of different ways. Down syndrome is a life-long genetic ...
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Winter Fuel Bills Rebate - Have you applied?
Have you heard about the Warm Homes discount scheme? The new Warm Homes discount scheme helps people on low incomes with their fuel bills. It’s a new scheme which will replace a number of other schemes ...
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Mears Raise Over £700 for DSA
... Well done, Mears Group!" The Down's Syndrome Association is the only national charity dedicated to covering all aspects of living with Down's syndrome. Providing lifelong support not only to people with ...
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Newest Member of the team
... and young people with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviour and then in a variety of roles for the benefit of children with Down’s syndrome and their families, including leading early intervention ...
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RECYCLING CLOTHES SCAM UP AND RUNNING AGAIN
... articles of clothing for this company if you or anyone you know receives a bag and flyer. Please DO NOT confront the people making the collections as they may be dangerous. However - if you ...
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Macquaries Bank Wins Bloomberg Square Mile Relay and Money for Charity
... DSA as our charity as we are already very familiar with the work that they do and so know how valuable their role is in the support of people with Down’s syndrome in the UK" Each team consisted of 10 ...
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Benefits News for 16-19 year olds
... Christina Katic or Helen Wild on 0845 230 0372. If you unsure of what benefits are available to people with Down's syndrome from 16 onwards we have proceed a helpful guide Benefits at 16+ ...
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My Perspective at The Strand Gallery
A celebration of photography by people with Down’s syndrome We are honoured to exhibit My Perspective at the fantastic Strand Gallery, 32 John Adam Street , London , EC2N 6BP which has been kindly donated ...
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HRH The Duchess of Gloucester visits Down's syndrome Tennis Programme
... Foundation, said: “Working with partners Fulham FC and the Down’s Syndrome Association we have been delivering weekly tennis sessions for young people with Down’s syndrome for two years. The response ...