You may have seen Heidi in the news talking about her campaign to change the abortion law. She got...
Our Stories
Here you will find stories from the parents, families and friends of people who have Down’s syndrome.
We also have lots of stories and posts created by people who have Down’s syndrome, including regular posts from Kate and Vinay, who work for the DSA.
Space Capsules and Sunny Days | Kate’s Blog
The good news is that they are beginning to relax the lockdown. I hope that in the coming weeks my...
Week 10 of Lockdown | Kate’s Blog
This is week 10 of the lockdown. Looking back I have spent many hours on Zoom, exercising, dancing...
50 Paintings Of My Sister
Rebecca Hindle has just finished her degree in Fine Arts and her final installation was this...
Caitlin’s Greeting Cards
Caitlin is 17-years-old and has lots of hobbies. Caitlin’s father, Mark, is part of Team 21 and...
Jam Tarts and Dancing | Kate’s Blog
In the past week, Zoom has changed my routine. Starting with a quiz that all of our family took...
Calling Friends and Weights | Kate’s Blog
Each day I have been following the same routine a local walk with one of my parents, speaking to...
Independence | Vinay’s Blog
I’ve been thinking about how being independent is important for my life. I’ve been learning about...
The power of fundraising: fun and motivation during lockdown
Keeping active, busy, motivated and entertained is incredibly important for everyone at the...
Lauren’s experience of coronavirus (Covid-19)
By Sarah, Lauren's Mum In addition to having Down's syndrome, in her teens Lauren was diagnosed...
Zoom Calls and Gardening | Kate’s Blog
It’s hard to think that a week has passed since we last spoke! I am still doing my daily routines...
Keeping Fit | Vinay’s Blog
I have been trying to keep fit as all of the gyms and swimming pools have closed. I have been...