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Learn More About the Canadian Down Syndrome Society
The Canadian Down Syndrome Society provides reliable information and connections to people with Down syndrome and those who support them, while positively shaping the social and policy contexts in which they live.
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Introducing Unified Voices
The Canadian Down Syndrome Society is very proud to present Unified Voices: Part 1, a new documentary film exploring the lives of Canadians with Down syndrome like never before, taking you across this vast country to tell the stories of our community.
This federally funded documentary in celebration of National AccessAbility Week highlights the diverse voices within the Down syndrome community. In Part 1, director Moses Latigo Odida begins the story by introducing us to three Canadians and their unique challenges and triumphs with education, employment, and social inclusion.
Resources for Every Stage of Life
Announcing the New Edition of Today and Tomorrow: A Guide to Aging with Down Syndrome
We all want to see our loved ones with Down syndrome thrive as they age. Being proactive by learning the health risks that are common to seniors with Down syndrome is a great step. Today and Tomorrow is an extensive resource for caregivers covering many aging health issues, including Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, Down Syndrome Regression Disorder, Depression and Anxiety, and Menopause. Download your copy today.
3.21 Canada’s Down Syndrome Magazine
3.21 Magazine is Canada’s resource for advocacy news, community stories, exclusive interviews, free resources, and upcoming events. Subscribe to 3.21 Magazine today and receive new issues for free.
Healthcare for our loved ones with Down syndrome is best managed one step at a time, by focusing on what’s directly in front of us. Keep this Healthcare issue of 3.21 Magazine handy so you can refer back to it in the future as needed!
We start at the very beginning, by presenting guidelines for doctors on delivering a Down syndrome diagnosis. The Doctor’s Visit Checklist for Caregivers outlines annual tests, screenings, and symptoms to keep an eye on, so you can ensure nothing is missed.
Tending to mental wellness is also an essential part of healthcare. We cover this angle with a pair of articles filled with insight from mental health professionals.
Make A New Friend This Valentine’s Day
About Loneliness and Friends Young people and not so young people, like me, can get very lonely and sad. I know what that sadness feels like when no one wants to be with you or come over to play. It makes me sad when I don’t make new friends. It is so very important...
My Adventures Travelling the World by Paul Sawka
CDSS Awareness Leader Paul Sawka lives in Alberta and he has travelled many places across Canada and around the world. We asked him several questions to learn more about some of his favourite travel adventures.Do you like to travel? I love to travel a lot. I usually...
Using Technology for Independence and Self-Expression
Technology in My Everyday LifeMost technology these days is very important for life. It can empower you even when things are very hard or difficult. Having independence is very important to me and technology really helps with that. Technology helps me with my daily...
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