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DSRF’s 2024 Impact Survey

“DSRF is my son’s second home and family!”

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brown haired white girl with Down syndrome, wearing pale blue dress and glasses, works on schoolwork with her Asian female teacher assisting

Embracing Success

Educating Students with Down Syndrome: One-Day Workshop in Victoria, BC

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Our mission is to support people living with Down syndrome and their families with individualized and leading-edge educational programs, health services, information resources, and rich social connections so each person can flourish in their own right.

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We offer educational and recreational group programs for youth and adults with Down syndrome.

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We offer one to one educational and health services for people with Down syndrome and their families.

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3.21 Magazine

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Down Syndrome Resource Foundation

1 day ago

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation
‘Tis the season for forbidden treats! Support people with Down syndrome by giving the gift of sweetness this holiday season. A portion of your purchase through our annual Purdys fundraiser supports DSRF’s programs and services for children, youth, and adults with Down syndrome.Place your order by Nov 27 at DSRF.org/Purdys. Orders will be available for pick-up from DSRF on Dec 9-10 (local orders only). ... See MoreSee Less

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Down Syndrome Resource Foundation

4 days ago

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation
The University of Regina invites Canadian parents and caregivers of 3rd to 6th grade students with Down syndrome to participate in an online research survey about friendship and mental well-being.Your insights are valuable! The survey will explore:• Your child’s friendship experiences• Challenges you face supporting friendship development• Strategies you use• The role of schools in friendship development• Your child’s mental well-being and social abilities• Your own mental well-being and parenting styleCompleting the survey will take approximately 40-minutes. To learn more and/or participate, please scan the QR code on the poster or click the link below: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0koFiTiAd15SgOW ... See MoreSee Less

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Down Syndrome Resource Foundation

6 days ago

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation
Don't miss out on our sweet and spooky seasonal fun! Join us this Saturday for DSRF's Halloween Movie Morning, and on Oct 29 for our DownRight Spooky Trick or Treat Meet + Greet. Scan the codes on this flyer or visit DSRF.org/events to register! ... See MoreSee Less

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