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These are a few of the Internet resource which I have found useful. Bear in mind that the Internet is an anarchistic media and it is wise to check any information you find with an appropriate professional. The Downs Syndrome Association do not necessarily support the views portrayed on these sites.
If you would like to add your site to our links, contact me.
Main Sites
National Downs Syndrome Association - Everything you need to know about DS
Scottish Downs Syndrome Association
Down Syndrome Educational Trust - A wealth of information, particularly on speech development. Includes on-line versions of a popular book by Sue Buckley
Dr Len Leshin (USA) - Dr Len Leshin, parent and paediatrician. Balanced medical advice on a number of subjects and links to international sites and medical references. A site I visit regularly
Independent Panel for Special Education Advice (IPSEA)
Makaton Vocabulary Development Project
Fellow DSA Branch Sites
I'm sure there are more Branch sites out there - just let me know who you are and I'll add a link :-)
Scottish Highland Branch - treasurer of the highland branch home pages
West of Scotland (Strathclyde)
Calderdale, Halifax, West Yorkshire
Other Sites
Downs Syndrome - beyond the myths An outstanding site sponsored by the Western Australian Museum & the Down Syndrome Association of Western Australia. It's actually a Photographic Exhibition by Mona Neumann. The site has beautiful black and white photographic images combined with DS myths, with wonderfully written essays about that dispel the myths.
Sib shops - All sorts of information about sibshops - workshops for siblings of those with special needs.
Chris Gravells Page - Comprehensive list of UK resources for Downs Syndrome
The Alliance for Inclusive Education - Lots of information, contacts and resources
Parents for Inclusion - Parents helping parents so that disabled children can learn, make friends and have a voice in ordinary school and throughout life. We are a national charity based in London.
Bike Trail - Run by branch member Sue Oakley, Bike Trail offer cycles for hire from their outlets in Lynton and Yelland, covering the most spectacular and varied North Devon scenery. Discover the heart of Exmoor, the breathtaking North Devon coast and the Tarka Trail. They make cycling easy and enjoyable for all ages and abilities and we make a special effort to cater for people with disabilities and special needs.
DownRight 'Downright’ is an independent organisation based in the North West, working in close collaboration with the Down’s Syndrome Association and the Down Syndrome Educational Trust at the Sarah Duffen Centre. Its Director, Dr. Stephanie Lorenz, is an experienced Educational Psychologist who has also worked as an LEA Advisor. She now operates as a freelance consultant and trainer and as a lay member of the SEN Tribunal.
Father's Network The Fathers Network celebrates and supports fathers and families raising children with special health care needs and developmental disabilities.
Heart n Soul work to define, support and champion the cultural and social expectations of people with learning disabilities.
Special needs family friendly fun - enhancing the quality and fun of family life with special needs.
Mosaic Downs Syndrome UK website - support for parents of children and adults with mosaic downs syndrome