Videos / DVDs

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Now we're talking
now_were_talking The Symbol Trust, 2003
DVD

This shows people with Down's syndrome, aged 0 - 30, who have differing abilities and needs in the area of communication. However, all of them are keen to communicate and have a great deal to say, given the right opportunities.

Down's syndrome and Dementia: Fighting for Andrew
fighting_for_andrew_dementia DSA, 2008
DVD

Powerfully illustrates both a sister's dedication to her brother and a gold standard of care for someone with Down's syndrome and dementia.

Down's syndrome and Dementia: Forget Me Not
forget_me_not_dementia DSA, 2008
DVD

Shows a drama performed by members of the GOLD (Growing Older with Learning Disabilities) group. Two members developed dementia and inspired by their story the group wrote this play. It shows the importance of maintaining friendship to help carers and services improve the experiences of people with Down's syndrome and dementia and those important people in their lives.

Down's syndrome and Dementia: Philosophy of Care
philosophy_of_care_dementia DSA, 2008
DVD

Helps carers to understand the experience of dementia and explains the principles that need to underpin care to provide the best quality of life.