Did you know? While estimates vary, it is thought that about 40 percent of people with Down syndrome develop a mental health condition during their lifetime.…
Down Syndrome Awareness Month – October 9, 2025
Did you know? Sleep apnea is very common in people with Down syndrome with estimates ranging from 50 to nearly 100% of individuals. The American Academy…
Down Syndrome Awareness Month – October 8, 2025
Did you know? People with Down syndrome experience pain but they may have difficulty recognizing pain, localizing their pain, and/or communicating that they are in pain. …
Down Syndrome Awareness Month – October 7, 2025
Did you know? Blood pressures on the lower side of normal or lower than normal are typical for many adults with Down syndrome. Many people with…
Down Syndrome Awareness Month – October 6, 2025
Did you know? A change in behavior may be one way that a person with Down syndrome communicates. In this article on behavior change, Brian Chicoine, MD,…
Down Syndrome Awareness Month – October 5, 2025
Did you know? Learning social skills is an important part of health promotion for people with Down syndrome. Navigating social situations requires many skills. According to…
Down Syndrome Awareness Month – October 4, 2025
Did you know? There are medical care guidelines for children, adolescents, and adults with Down syndrome. The GLOBAL Medical Care Guidelines for Adults with Down Syndrome and Health Supervision…
Down Syndrome Awareness Month – October 3, 2025
Did you know? People with Down syndrome may experience diagnostic overshadowing in medical settings. “It’s just Down syndrome.” Unfortunately, many families have heard this statement after…
Down Syndrome Awareness Month – October 2, 2025
Did you know? The life expectancy of people with Down syndrome has more than doubled since the 1980s. People with Down syndrome are living longer and…
Down Syndrome Awareness Month – October 1, 2025
Did you know? Many people with Down syndrome share common characteristics but each person is unique. There is a saying in the Down syndrome community –…
Honoring and Celebrating a Beloved Sister
We are excited to announce that a photo of the sister of our very own occupational therapist, Katie Frank, will appear in the bright lights…
Back-to-School Social Skills Resources
Are you preparing to go back to school? Many students will be starting a new school year in the next few weeks. We have…
