ABLE Act
The federal Achieving a Better Life Experience (“ABLE”) Act. allows individuals with disabilities to save and invest money without losing eligibility for certain public benefits
The federal Achieving a Better Life Experience (“ABLE”) Act. allows individuals with disabilities to save and invest money without losing eligibility for certain public benefits
Adults with Down syndrome are now reaching old age on a regular basis and are commonly living into their 50s, 60s and 70s.
by Dr. James Hunt
Note from ADSA: ADSA Board Member, Dr. James Hunt wrote this article currently found on NDSS website. Helpful for anyone concerned about anesthesia for their loved one with Down syndrome.
Complications of anesthesia (sedation during surgery) occur in all patient populations, including those with Down syndrome.
“Dennis McGuire, Ph.D., shares three important takeaways regarding behavioral health in people with Down syndrome.”
https://www.globaldownsyndrome.org/behavioral-expert-key-advice/
Read this helpful article from the American Academy of Pediatrics
“This clinical report is designed to assist the pediatrician in caring for the child, adolescent, and family in whom a diagnosis of Down syndrome has been confirmed by chromosome analysis or suspected by prenatal screening.”
Click here to read the full text of the article at the AAP website
People with Down syndrome are at increased risk for certain health problems compared to the general population. This section offers information about these health issues.
“During the past 10 years, I’ve evaluated hundreds of children with Down syndrome, each one with their own strengths and weaknesses, and certainly their own personality.”
https://ardownsyndrome.org/down-syndrome-and-autistic-spectrum-disorder-a-look-at-what-we-know/
https://ardownsyndrome.org/down-syndrome-and-autistic-spectrum-disorder-a-look-at-what-we-know/
“This paper was originally delivered as a plenary address at the conference in Chicago in July of 2005, co-sponsored by the National Down Syndrome Society and the National Association for Down Syndrome.
https://ardownsyndrome.org/if-people-with-down-syndrome-ruled-the-world/
“This website was developed by Mary MacLean, R.N., M.S.N. to inform and educate parents, caregivers and medical professionals about the recurring, intense feelings of grief known as chronic sorrow.”
In 1984 October was declared National Down Syndrome Awareness Month by President Ronald Regan. The resolution notes that “public awareness and acceptance of the capabilities
“Once a child with Down syndrome is born, parents frequently want to know how well their son or daughter is developing. Now we have guideposts …,”
One of the most interesting and consistent findings from the Adult Down Syndrome Center is the discovery that people with DS need sameness, repetition and
Arkansas Down Syndrome Association promotes and enhances the overall health and well-being of people with Down syndrome and their families.
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