Down2Earth

If you have Down's syndrome, this page is for you!   It has links to other accessible sites and our magazine 'Down 2 Earth'.

Helpline

If you need information about living with Down's syndrome, or just want someone to talk to about your experiences, please call our helpline on (Mon-Fri 10am - 4pm)

 

EastEnders News

Billy and Honey's baby, Janet, is now 1 year old.

Honey (Emma Barton) and Billy (Perry Fenwick) say a big Hello!

Emma says "I understand the importance of this storyline.  I want to show that children with Down's syndrome can lead lives just like other children - and that's a really positive message".

This story might bring up a lot of questions.  If you would like to talk to anyone about the programme, or any of the things it made you think about, you can call Susannah or Stuart on or email

To see more information on EastEnders, visit their website here.

 

Down 2 Earth Magazine

You can read our magazine 'Down 2 Earth' here. This is produced three times a year by people with Down's syndrome, for people with Down's syndrome. You can send messages to the editor .

Here are some copies of our magazine 'Down 2 Earth'.  Click on them to read them. (You may have to wait a while!) 

Down 2 Earth Winter 2007/08

Down 2 Earth Autumn 2007

Down 2 Earth Spring 2007

 

DSA Membership

All adults with Down's syndrome can have free lifetime membership of the Down's Syndrome Association.  To find out about the benefits of membership, click here.

 

Other useful websites

Visit Club NDSS - A ground breaking interactive site especially designed for people with Down's syndrome and other intellectual disabilities. It is a fun, upbeat place where people can learn new skills and make new friends.

Visit TheBigTree - A way for people with learning disabilities to access the internet and find information that is important to them.

Visit Transactive Teen Zone - the fun and games site for teenagers sponsored by Mencap.

Visit Yap - to see young people like you doing the things they enjoy!

Also see our 'links' section here.

 

London Down 2 Earth Group

Every month a group of young adults with Down's syndrome gather at the DSA Head Office to meet friends, have fun and talk about issues that are important to them. 

The Down 2 Earth group acts as a very important focus group - by letting the DSA know about their experiences, we can make sure we are addressing the right issues.

Unfortunately the group is now full so we are not taking on new members but please tell us about any similar activities you know of or do in your area!