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New NICE guidance on growing older

New NICE guidance on growing older

Earlier this year, the DSA was pleased to be involved in shaping new guidance around growing older with a learning disability. We responded to a National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) consultation on developing new standards for services to adopt. These...
Kilted Kevin completes crazy challenge

Kilted Kevin completes crazy challenge

Not many people would be up for running 12 half marathons in just six months, and even less would be up for taking on the 157 mile slog whilst wearing a kilt! But not many people are as bonkers as Kevin Dryburgh… The Scotsman has just completed this gruelling...
DSA statement on the death of ‘Jo-Jo’ from Hackney

DSA statement on the death of ‘Jo-Jo’ from Hackney

The Down’s Syndrome Association is horrified by the details revealed today about the death of ‘Jo-Jo’. It is appalling to read about yet another person who had Down’s syndrome, and their family, being let down by the health and social care agencies that were supposed...
Happy 75th birthday George!

Happy 75th birthday George!

We were recently sent these gorgeous photos of George McCullagh, from Northern Ireland, celebrating his 75th birthday last month! George was born to parents William George and Mary Elizabeth McCullagh at Moneymore in County Londonderry back in 1944. George now lives...
DSA recognised as Activity Alliance Associate Member

DSA recognised as Activity Alliance Associate Member

The Down’s Syndrome Association is proud to announce its status as an Associate Member of Activity Alliance. Building on this commitment, we will work with Activity Alliance to challenge perceptions and change the reality of disability, inclusion and sport. The Down’s...