
Here I Am Photo Essay - Canadian Down Syndrome Society
Life expectancy for Canadians with Down syndrome has more than doubled over the past 40 years—from 25 years in 1983 to over 60 years today. This can be attributed to advances in …
Awareness Campaigns - Canadian Down Syndrome Society
2022年3月21日 · It can be hard for people with Down syndrome to make friends. Social barriers caused by misconceptions about the abilities of people with Down syndrome can make life …
General Information - Canadian Down Syndrome Society
With appropriate medical interventions and treatment, most people with Down syndrome can have healthy lives. In 1983, people with Down syndrome only lived to about 25, now the average is …
This is such an exciting time for people with Down syndrome and their families. People with Down syndrome are now living longer than ever before. New possibilities are emerging from …
Down Syndrome Answers | Canadian Down Syndrome Society
Today, a baby born with Down syndrome may have a life expectancy of over sixty years, but as with anyone else there is no definitive number. The life expectancy of a person with Down …
FAQ - Canadian Down Syndrome Society
Down syndrome is a naturally occurring chromosomal arrangement that has always existed throughout history. While art and historical pieces portraying people with Down syndrome have …
Healthy Aging for Adults with Down Syndrome | CDSS
Navigate the next stage of life with useful information, resources and community stories. This resource was designed to help people with Down syndrome and the people who care for them …
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Discover how Paul, a man with Down syndrome, and Winnie, his supportive roommate, create a positive and organized living environment. Learn how they balance independence with …
Mental Health and Wellness - Canadian Down Syndrome Society
Mental health can impact many different aspects of life including sleep, relationships, work, school, appetite, energy levels, physical well-being, and your outlook on life. People with Down …
My Support Workers - Canadian Down Syndrome Society
Living with Down syndrome can be very different than the way other people live, but I am able to do almost everything people without Down syndrome do. One of the reasons I am able to do …