Down Syndrome Ireland - Louth / Meath Branch

Down Syndrome Ireland – Louth / Meath Branch

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Down Syndrome Ireland LouthMeath Branch provides support and information to over 350 families with a family member with Down syndrome in the counties of Louth & Meath. Down Syndrome Ireland LouthMeath Branch is run on a voluntary basis by parents of children with Down syndrome with the aid of a part time Administrator. DS Louth / Meath believes in supporting families to ensure the best quality of life possible for our members with Down syndrome. We work together, united in our aim to achieve respect, acceptance and equality within society for our members with Down syndrome.

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Fun with Numbers is Back!

Fun with Numbers is Back! We’re delighted to announce that our weekly Fun with Numbers Zoom sessions are returning for the new school year! Junior Group (Ages 8–11) Mondays at […]

Happy Summer from Our Trim Artistic Swimmers!

Our Trim Artistic Swimmers are taking a well-deserved break for the summer! We would like to wish all our swimmers, families and friends a fantastic summer filled with sunshine, fun […]

Upcoming Parent Seminars – June 2026

The Down Syndrome Ireland Louth Meath Branch is delighted to offer two online parent seminars this June. These sessions are designed to provide families with practical information, strategies, and resources […]

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Down Syndrome Ireland Louth Meath

The aim of the Louth/Meath Branch of Down Syndrome Ireland is to support people with Down syndrome and their families in the counties of Louth and Meath.

🎄🎅 YOU’RE INVITED! CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY 2026 🎅🎄

Down Syndrome Ireland – Louth/Meath Branch invites all our member families to our annual Children’s Christmas Party! 💙💛

📅 Sunday, 29th November 2026
⏰ 2pm–5pm
📍 Trim Castle Hotel

🎅 Santa will be there with special gifts for all children with Down syndrome, kindly sponsored by the Branch!

🎉 Enjoy festive fun, entertainment and light refreshments. Christmas cards will also be on sale!

🎁 Important: Please bring clearly labelled presents (child’s name and age) for any siblings attending and hand them to an organiser on arrival.

📩 RSVP by Tuesday, 24th November 2026

📱 Text Brendan on 083 897 2044
✉️ Email info@louthmeath.downsyndrome.ie

❗ WHEN BOOKING, PLEASE INCLUDE:
💙 Child’s name and age
💛 Number of siblings attending
💙 Number of adults attending

⚠️ Presents will only be given to children who attend the party.

We look forward to celebrating Christmas with you all! ❤️🎄

Down Syndrome Ireland @downsyndromeireland

#DownSyndromeIreland #LouthMeath #ChristmasParty #FamilyFun #ChristmasMagic 💙💛
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🎄🎅 YOU’RE INVITED! CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY 2026 🎅🎄

Down Syndrome Ireland – Louth/Meath Branch invites all our member families to our annual Children’s Christmas Party! 💙💛

📅 Sunday, 29th November 2026
⏰ 2pm–5pm
📍 Trim Castle Hotel

🎅 Santa will be there with special gifts for all children with Down syndrome, kindly sponsored by the Branch!

🎉 Enjoy festive fun, entertainment and light refreshments. Christmas cards will also be on sale!

🎁 Important: Please bring clearly labelled presents (child’s name and age) for any siblings attending and hand them to an organiser on arrival.

📩 RSVP by Tuesday, 24th November 2026

📱 Text Brendan on 083 897 2044
✉️ Email info@louthmeath.downsyndrome.ie

❗ WHEN BOOKING, PLEASE INCLUDE:
💙 Child’s name and age
💛 Number of siblings attending
💙 Number of adults attending

⚠️ Presents will only be given to children who attend the party.

We look forward to celebrating Christmas with you all! ❤️🎄

Down Syndrome Ireland   @downsyndromeireland  

#DownSyndromeIreland #LouthMeath #ChristmasParty #FamilyFun #ChristmasMagic 💙💛

🎭❄️ RAC PANTO OUTING – FREEZIN! ❄️🎭

The RAC invites our members aged 18+ to join us for a fantastic day out at Freezin in the TLT Theatre, Drogheda! 💙💛

📅 Monday, 28 December
🎟️ Panto tickets: €28 per member

🚌 Itinerary:
🕓 4:00pm – Bus departs Balreask Bar & Restaurant
🍽️ 4:45pm – Dinner at the Black Bull, Drogheda (à la carte menu; members pay for their own meal)
🎭 7:00pm – Panto at the TLT Theatre

📩 BOOK ASAP! Contact Ellie Cosgrove to book your panto ticket, reserve a bus seat and confirm whether you want dinner.

⏰ Booking deadline: Tuesday, 27th October
💶 Payment of €28 must be made by Tuesday, 27 October, via Revolut only to Ellie Cosgrove – 087 667 1393. No cash payments accepted.

We look forward to a brilliant day of panto fun! 🎶😂💙💛

Down Syndrome Ireland @downsyndromeireland T.L.T @thetlt_venue

#RAC #RACOuting #PantoTime #Freezin #TLTTheatre #Drogheda #DayOutTogether #FunAndFriendship #InclusiveFun #DownSyndromeIreland 💙💛
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🎭❄️ RAC PANTO OUTING – FREEZIN! ❄️🎭

The RAC invites our members aged 18+ to join us for a fantastic day out at Freezin in the TLT Theatre, Drogheda! 💙💛

📅 Monday, 28 December
🎟️ Panto tickets: €28 per member

🚌 Itinerary:
🕓 4:00pm – Bus departs Balreask Bar & Restaurant
🍽️ 4:45pm – Dinner at the Black Bull, Drogheda (à la carte menu; members pay for their own meal)
🎭 7:00pm – Panto at the TLT Theatre

📩 BOOK ASAP! Contact Ellie Cosgrove to book your panto ticket, reserve a bus seat and confirm whether you want dinner.

⏰ Booking deadline: Tuesday, 27th October
💶 Payment of €28 must be made by Tuesday, 27 October, via Revolut only to Ellie Cosgrove – 087 667 1393. No cash payments accepted.

We look forward to a brilliant day of panto fun! 🎶😂💙💛

Down Syndrome Ireland   @downsyndromeireland   T.L.T  @thetlt_venue 

#RAC #RACOuting #PantoTime #Freezin #TLTTheatre #Drogheda #DayOutTogether #FunAndFriendship #InclusiveFun #DownSyndromeIreland 💙💛

💙💛 October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month! 💛💙

Meet Caoimhe McNally!

Caoimhe, who is 11 years old and will celebrate her 12th birthday in December! 🎂🥳

Caoimhe started a new adventure in September when she joined Cara Community Special School in Enfield. 📚💙

Outside of school, Caoimhe loves keeping active! She enjoys swimming every Wednesday with Special Olympics in Trim and is proud to be part of her football team, the Balyna All Stars! ⚽🏊‍♀️

We’re delighted to celebrate Caoimhe and all the fun, friendship and opportunities that make her world so special. Keep shining, Caoimhe! 🌟💛💙

Once again, we’d love to celebrate our amazing Louth Meath members by featuring someone each day throughout October — and if we get lots of submissions, we’ll feature more than one! 😊

📸 Send us a photo, video or short story that shows what makes your loved one special.

🎂 October birthday? Let us know and we’ll celebrate with you!

🎥 Older members are also welcome to share their own story on video.

📧 Send submissions to info@louthmeath.downsyndrome.ie

Let’s fill October with celebration, positivity and smiles! 💙💛

Down Syndrome Ireland @downsyndromeireland

#DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth #DownSyndromeIreland #LouthMeath #CelebrateAbility
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Beautiful Amazing young lady x

Amazing achievements from an amazing girl ❤️

Well done Caoimhe 👏🥰 living your best life x

💙💛 October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month! 💛💙

Meet Caoimhe McNally! 

Caoimhe, who is 11 years old and will celebrate her 12th birthday in December! 🎂🥳

Caoimhe started a new adventure in September when she joined Cara Community Special School in Enfield. 📚💙

Outside of school, Caoimhe loves keeping active! She enjoys swimming every Wednesday with Special Olympics in Trim and is proud to be part of her football team, the Balyna All Stars! ⚽🏊‍♀️

We’re delighted to celebrate Caoimhe and all the fun, friendship and opportunities that make her world so special. Keep shining, Caoimhe! 🌟💛💙

Once again, we’d love to celebrate our amazing Louth Meath members by featuring someone each day throughout October — and if we get lots of submissions, we’ll feature more than one! 😊

📸 Send us a photo, video or short story that shows what makes your loved one special.

🎂 October birthday? Let us know and we’ll celebrate with you!

🎥 Older members are also welcome to share their own story on video.

📧 Send submissions to info@louthmeath.downsyndrome.ie

Let’s fill October with celebration, positivity and smiles! 💙💛

Down Syndrome Ireland  @downsyndromeireland 

#DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth #DownSyndromeIreland #LouthMeath #CelebrateAbilityImage attachmentImage attachment
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