Positive about Down syndrome

Positive about Down syndrome provides information and support to new and expectant parents of a little one with Down syndrome.

We have amazing online support for our families, we know how important it is for them to have access to accurate contemporary information and so provide our book #NobodyToldMe the truth about Down syndrome to families and literature to maternity units.

We have recently introduced online early development groups for our preschoolers, baby Makaton signing courses for new parents and Makaton training for members’ nurseries/childminders.

We believe every parent should receive the best possible care and support.

We believe the arrival of every baby with Down syndrome should be celebrated.

We believe every child with Down syndrome should be given every opportunity to flourish and thrive.

  /  You-Can’t-Put-Me-Down Syndrome – Ross

Q. Name and what you do?
My name is Ross and I am 34 years old. With the help of my big brother, I co-founded the company STAND OUT socks. STANDOUT creates crazy socks so people get talking about inclusion.

Q. What are you most passionate about?
Music – I LOVE music and have my own show on my local radio station. I like all the different types of music and enjoy going to gigs.

Q. What’s your superpower?
My music knowledge and my ability to fill a dancefloor.

Q. What are your dreams for the future?
I really want to go to Tokyo Japan and see Wayne Rooney in a pair of STANDOUT socks.

Q. What would you like people to know about what it’s like to have Down syndrome?
With a little patience and direction, I’m capable of anything.

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