SMDSSG News

Monthly update from our CEO, Esther

October is national Down’s syndrome Awareness month. It’s a time to promote a better understanding and awareness of Down’s syndrome.

I take the opportunity to have (even more) open conversations with friends, families and professionals. Maybe it’s education around person-first language or what hypertonia is but the point is, it’s about education and building awareness.

Maybe this month you can have one of those conversations with someone in your network? If we all had just one conversation with someone, they may leave feeling more informed, more aware and imagine what a big change all those little interactions may have collectively.

I must highlight that last month saw our first over 25 and 5-9 social events up and running and they were both brilliant. A chance for members to have fun, build friendships and for parents / carers to connect with people of similar ages. Every single age group now has a regular and social opportunity throughout the year in addition to Chatterbox which is just amazing.

Lastly, as we look forward to Chatterbox on the 12th, we have a funder visiting. They gave us £5,500 to cover some Chatterbox costs and we cannot wait for them to see what their donation supports. If you see me walking a few people around this month, this is who it will be - do feel free to say hello!