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For Families and Carers

We can offer you information, support and advice on any question or concern you have related to Down’s syndrome. We have specialist advisers who can provide you with information and support on issues such as health, social care, benefits and education for people with Down’s syndrome. We can help you to access support locally and may be able to direct you to other sources of information.

You will find a lot of information on these pages. If you can’t find what you are looking for or need further advice, please don’t hesitate to contact us on +44 (0)333 1212 300 or email us on info@downs-syndrome.org.uk.

Fundraising Events

From baking a cake to running a marathon, we have events for everyone to take part in!

Helping You

Find out how our Information Team can help you and how to get in touch with support groups in your local area.

Training

We offer training to support individuals at every stage of their lives.

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For Families and Carers

You will find a lot of information on these pages. If you need further advice, please don’t hesitate to contact us on 0333 1212 300 or email us on info@downs-syndrome.org.uk

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The Information and Training Team have spent much of the last year developing a new eight week training course package for adults with Down’s syndrome cove…