The following materials are produced by and available from the Down's Syndrome Association. We aim to make as much as possible available to be read and/or downloaded free from this website.

You can also contact the Down's Syndrome Association on Tel: or e-mail and ask for printed materials to be posted. There may be a small charge for this service.

Speech

Information about the Speech and Language Therapy Co-worker Training programme run by the DSA and Symbol UK. This programme has been set up to address the shortage of speech therapy provision for children with Down's syndrome. For course details go to the Training section.

This information is suitable for families, school staff and speech and language therapists. It includes practical activities and strategies to help with dysfluency and stammering as well as new makaton symbols for use in speech and language therapy.

Invaluable information for parents, therapists, teachers, and others involved in supporting the communication development of children with Down's syndrome. Includes a checklist to evaluate your child’s SALT provision, strategies for therapists, and advice on overcoming barriers to enable children with Down's syndrome to access sufficient and effective therapy.

Information for schools and colleges, community groups and services, employers, care staff, professionals, and families about what we can all do to tackle the challenges that people who have Down syndrome face when communicating

Answers to some of the questions most often asked about Down's syndrome

This DVD helps parents and young children with Down's syndrome to develop language, while completing some everyday tasks 1994 (25 mins) Available from the Down's Syndrome Association.

Answers to the most frequently asked questions on this topic

The Down's Syndrome Association is not able to supply the following books but you should be able to get copies from a good book shop or library.

Recommended Reading

Collection of papers on health, education, psychological issues etc, for parents and professionals.

This book contains a collection of papers focussing on the advances in research and practice that make it possible for people with Down's syndrome to be fully included in society and have a better quality of life.

A comprehensive and up-to-date survey of current issues affecting people with Down's syndrome, including advocacy, medical, social and educational issues.

A practical guide for parents and professionals on the development of speech, language and communication in children with Down's syndrome.

In a fresh approach on the problems raised by lack of communication, the author suggests common-sense methods of making contact and building relationships with people who do not use language.

This book in the Need to Know series provides essential information in an honest and down to earth manner. The book looks at what it's like to have Down's syndrome and dispels some of the misconceptions about people with the syndrome.