Experiences
Read how the work of the Trust makes a real difference as told by those who really
count - people with Down syndrome and their families.
Early
days
"...walking through the door of the Centre was like a burst of sunshine" - Marie,
mother of 9 month old Aaron. Find out more
about Marie and
Aaron's story...
Growing up
"...at every step of the way, when we've needed them, we've been supported and helped by
the Trust" - Kim, mother of 8 year old Emily. Find out more
about Kim and
Emily's story...
School
days
"...I attended this conference and came away from listening to Sue's talk absolutely
brimming with positivity and hope for James' future." Shelley, mother of 11 year old James.
Find out more about
James and Shelley's story...
Teenage years
"...she continues to defy expectations and we consider ourselves fortunate that we had
contact with the Centre at the right time." Ros, mother of 15 year old Katy. Find out more
about Ros and
Katy's story...
Adult
life
“I like coming into work and earning money… and I think my work colleagues and my bosses
are really friendly.” Trudy is 27 years old and has Down syndrome. She works for downsed,
in our Production Studio. Find out more
about Trudy's
story...
“I support The Down Syndrome Educational Trust because it helps children and grown ups
with Down syndrome all over the world. It helps them to learn to read and write and do all the
other things that the doctors said I would not be able to do when I was born but that I can do
now.” Sarah Duffen is 39 years old, and her early reading progress inspired the Trust's
creation. Find out more
about Sarah's
story...