On this page we have compiled a list of Web sites that we feel will benefit you, as they provide either more specialised information or we have found them useful and to be good sources of information.
Links to other useful websites related to Downs Syndrome, can be found on the relevant pages of this site.
Canadian Down Syndrome Society
Description: The Canadian Down Syndrome Society (CDSS) is a vital resource linking parents and professionals through advocacy, education and providing information.
Website Link : http://www.cdss.ca
Challenging Behaviour Foundation
Description: The Challenging Behaviour Foundation exists to demonstrate that individuals with severe learning disabilities who are described as having challenging behaviour can enjoy normal life opportunities when their behaviour is properly understood and appropriately managed, and to support parents and carers through education and information to enable this to happen.
Website Link : http://www.thecbf.org.uk/
Down Syndrome Health Issues
Description:
Website Link : http://www.ds-health.com
Down Syndrome New South Wales - Australia
Description: This site contains more than 100 pages of information, personal accounts and photographs, plus links to many other websites about people with Down syndrome.
Website Link : http://www.dsansw.org.au
Down Syndrome Research Foundation
Description:
Website Link : http://www.dsrf.org
Down's Heart Group
Description: A charity offering support and information relating to heart conditions associated with Down’s Syndrome.
Website Link : http://www.dhg.org.uk
Downs Syndrome Association
Description: The only organisation in this country focusing solely on all aspects of living successfully with Down’s syndrome.
Website Link : http://www.downs-syndrome.org.uk
Downs Syndrome Educational Trust
Description: The Down Syndrome Educational Trust exists to make a positive difference for individuals with Down syndrome worldwide by conducting original scientific research with practical outcomes, disseminating current and accurate information and advice, and by providing independent, specialist consultancy and educational services.
Website Link : http://www.downsed.org
Down's Syndrome Medical Interest Group
Description: This site provides essential information for healthcare professionals on 'best practice' medical care for people with Down's syndrome in the UK and Ireland. It has been produced by the UK Down's Syndrome Medical Interest Group (DSMIG), a network of doctors whose aim is to ensure equitable provision of medical care for all people with Down's syndrome in the UK and Republic of Ireland.
Website Link : http://www.dsmig.org.uk
Makaton Development Project
Description: Makaton is a unique language programme offering a structured, multi-modal approach, using signs and symbols, for the teaching of communication, language and literacy skills for people with communication and learning difficulties.
Website Link : http://www.makaton.org
Mencap
Description: Mencap is the UK's leading learning disability charity working with people with a learning disability and their families and carers.
Website Link : http://www.mencap.org.uk
Mosaic Downs Syndrome UK
Description: The Mosaic Downs Syndrome UK website has been set up as a support tool for parents of children with Mosaic Down Syndrome (MDS).
Website Link : http://www.mosaicdownsyndrome.org
National Down Syndrome Society - USA
Description: The National Down Syndrome Society envisions a world in which all people with Down syndrome have the opportunity to realize their life aspirations. NDSS is committed to being the national leader in enhancing the quality of life, and realizing the potential of all people with Down syndrome.
Website Link : http://www.ndss.org
The Singalong Group
Description: Signalong is based on British Sign Language, using unaltered BSL signs wherever possible. The difference between Signalong manuals and other sources of signs, apart from our much wider range, is the way that they are presented.
Website Link : http://www.signalong.org.uk