Down Syndrome

Three years ago, an 18 year old woman from Brisbane, Australia made history while strutting her stuff on the catwalk at New York Fashion Week. Not only was she showcasing beautiful designs, but in that very moment she was making history as the first woman with Down syndrome to walk in the highly coveted event and the world was certainly watching.

If you or your child has been diagnosed with Down syndrome you should be able to receive Government funded assistance and support services under the National Disability Insurance Scheme. The articles below explain more about NDIS and how to access the Scheme.

There are a number of professionals who can help you work through the different challenges of a Down syndrome diagnosis. They can help you to understand and adapt to the condition and also give you the tools and support to gain a variety of skills such as communication or social interactions, manage behaviours or learn important life skills.

From understanding accommodation options to getting help with childhood supports, accessing in home support or learning important life skills, there is a wide range of support services available to help you if you are looking for assistance to manage day-to-day life with Down syndrome.

Here you’ll find a selection of information articles related to Down syndrome that have been published on Disability Support Guide to help you understand the condition or give further insight into getting the right supports.