In Belgium, many families with children with Down syndrome hardly ever consult speech and language experts, often starting too late. This is because, if a child’s IQ falls below a certain threshold, they are not
Accessibility is a fundamental principle for respecting the human rights of persons with disabilities and ensuring their equal participation in society. People with disabilities communicate in different ways, but a lack of understanding of a
Youths with Down syndrome are taking the lead in raising awareness for stronger support systems and true inclusion. Their powerful message is clear: more awareness leads to better opportunities, acceptance, and access to resources. By
It is essential that early intervention in childhood is family-oriented and that it provides parents with key guidelines in encouraging the child’s development about everyday life routines. Parents must understand the specifics of stimulating the
Digital skills open up new horizons. People with Down syndrome want equal opportunities for self-development and online communication. However, they need help mastering the digital world through training and support. Цифровые навыки открывают новые горизонты.
Few people live independently and in the community, with few resources of personalassistance. Many people live in residences as the only alternatives and have many difficultiesaccessing the community. Pocas personas viven independientes y en la
Still many children with Down syndrome face barriers in mainstream schools. More individualized support, better-trained teachers and educators, and adapted teaching materials could help create a truly inclusive learning environment.Many people with Down syndrome are
Even after a legal challenge, people with Down syndrome can only attend school for a maximum of 13 years. After that, they have to leave, but there are few options for what to do next.
It’s getting harder to access support for activities like visiting the cinema, as applications for a support person are increasingly denied—even though they are vital for many persons with Down Syndrome to live like others.
Adults with Down syndrome are not part of the scope of standard training offered. Most of them face a premature aging process, without opportunities to prevent the effects of this process and to adapt their
