ShareTheJourney

World Down Syndrome Day Coffee Morning

🌟 Let’s Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day Together! 🌟
Hey everyone! 🎉 Mark your calendars because something wonderful is happening at Connell & Co, Menswear & Household! 🎈 We’re thrilled to announce that they are hosting a special Coffee Morning in honour of World Down Syndrome Day! 🌍💙
🗓 Save the Date: Saturday, March 23rd
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Connell & Co, Menswear & Household, 5 Church St, Dundalk, Co Louth
Join us for a morning filled with smiles, laughter, and delicious coffee as we come together to support Down Syndrome Ireland Louth Meath Branch! ☕️❤️
It’s an opportunity to celebrate diversity, spread awareness, and most importantly, show our love and support for our friends and family members with Down syndrome. 🌟
We can’t wait to see you there! Bring along your friends, family, and neighbours for a heartwarming time. Let’s make this World Down Syndrome Day one to remember! 🎊 Together, we can make a difference. See you soon! 💖

World Down Syndrome Day

Rock Your Socks 4 DSILMB

World Down Syndrome Day is just around the corner this March 21st.

The #RockYourSocks campaign exists to raise awareness of Down syndrome.

How can you help celebrate WDSD and raise awareness? 

We encourage everyone to raise awareness about WDSD in their school, community, club or workplace to get people talking about Down syndrome and help people #SeeTheAbility.  

It’s easy to do so come on, join in! Here are some ideas to get you started: 

World Down Syndrome Day is just around the corner this March 21st.

All you need to do is choose some socks that are going to get noticed. Get your friends, class mates and colleagues to join in too.

World Down Syndrome Day is Tuesday 21st March and we in Down Syndrome Ireland Louth Meath Branch invite you to “Rock Your Socks 4 DSILMB”.

Our campaign

On World Down Syndrome Day 2024, we call for people and organisations around the world to be…

End The Stereotypes

Stereotypes are harmful!

 

For people with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities, stereotypes can stop us from being treated like other people. We get treated like children, we are underestimated and we are excluded. Sometimes we are treated very badly or even abused. 

We want you to wear the loudest socks you can find, and wear them with pride to support people with Down Syndrome.
If you are a business, you and your colleagues, managers or even customers could get involved with a bucket collection on the counter or in the office.  If you are a school, you could hold a Rock Your Socks Day with every teacher and student getting involved.

Do whatever you like to raise awareness and funds for Down Syndrome Ireland Louth Meath Branch. Your donations can be accepted at https://www.idonate.ie/event/rockyoursocks4dsilmb or on our Donate page on our website https://dsilmb.ie/donate/.

For more information and to keep up to date on all that is going on around the country click here

We encourage communities, schools, clubs, companies and individuals to choose their own activities and events to celebrate WDSD and to help raise awareness of this very special celebration. Together we can challenge perceptions of Down syndrome and enable people with Down syndrome to speak up, be heard and be respected as valued members of society as they strive to achieve their goals and pursue their passions.

World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), 21 March, is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012.

The date for WDSD being the 21st day of the 3rd month, was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome.

 

Rock Your Socks 4 DSILMB

by

As we enter March, World Down Syndrome Day is just around the corner on the 21st. We are asking people to get involved to raise awareness and some vital funds for our Branch.

World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), 21 March, is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012.

The date for WDSD being the 21st day of the 3rd month, was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome.

We encourage communities, schools, clubs, companies and individuals to choose their own activities and events to celebrate WDSD and to help raise awareness of this very special celebration. We are inviting your communities, schools, clubs, companies and individuals to take part in this fun event by asking you to wear brightly coloured socks or odd socks on Thursday 21st of March and donate €2 to #RockYourSocks and our branch.

The World Down Syndrome Day #RockYourSocks campaign exists to raise awareness of Down syndrome. All you need to do is choose some socks that are going to get noticed. Get your friends, classmates and colleagues to join in too.

Our campaign;

End The Stereotypes. Stereotypes are harmful!

For people with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities, stereotypes can stop us from being treated like other people. We get treated like children, we are underestimated and we are excluded. Sometimes we are treated very badly or even abused.

We want you to wear the loudest socks you can find, and wear them with pride to support people with Down Syndrome.

If you are a business, you and your colleagues, managers or even customers could get involved with a bucket collection on the counter or in the office. If you are a school, you could hold a Rock Your Socks Day with every teacher and student getting involved.

Do whatever you like to raise awareness and funds for the Down Syndrome Ireland Louth Meath Branch. Your donations can be accepted at https://www.idonate.ie/event/rockyoursocks4dsilmb or on our Donate page on our website https://dsilmb.ie/donate/.

#WorldDownSyndromeDay#WDSD2024#EndTheStereotypes#DSI#downsyndromeireland#ShareTheJourney#dsilmb

Time for Tea for WDSD

by

🎉🌟 Let’s Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day in Style! 🌟🎉


Hey Everyone!


Mark your calendars because something truly special is happening on Monday, March 18th, 2024! 📅✨


🗓 Date: Monday 18th of March
🕰 Time: 2 PM to 4 PM
🏠 Venue: Wilkinstown Community Centre, Balsaw, Wilkinstown, Navan, Co Meath, C15 V123


Join us at the Wilkinstown Community Centre as we come together to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with an event filled with love, laughter, and joy! 🥳❤️


🍰🍵 Time for Tea for World Down Syndrome Day! ☕🧁
Get ready for a delightful spread of Tea, Coffee, cupcakes, biscuits, sandwiches, and yummy treats for the kiddos! 🍰🍪 And that’s just the beginning of the fun!


Here’s a sneak peek of what we have in store:


🧩 Lego with the Bricks Club: Dive into creativity with Sarah Jane and build some fantastic creations!
💪 Fun with Fitness demonstration with Kelly & Paul: Get moving, grooving, and having a blast with Kelly & Paul!
🎉 Celebration Screen of Our Members: Let’s shine a spotlight on the incredible individuals who make our community so special!
🎥 Special World Down Syndrome Day Video: Prepare to be inspired by our artistic swimmers as we celebrate their talents and achievements!
📚 Usborne Books Stand: Explore the magic of reading with captivating stories and engaging books! The Books are available to purchase and 60% of profits will go to our branch.
It’s going to be a day filled with smiles, laughter, and beautiful moments shared with amazing people. 🌟✨


Let’s make this World Down Syndrome Day one to remember! 🌈💖


See you there!

WorldDownSyndromeDay #WDSD2024 #EndTheStereotypes #DSI #downsyndromeireland #ShareTheJourney #dsilmb

Eleanor’s 30th birthday

by

🎉🌟Thank You 🌟🎉

🎉🌟 It was a celebration to remember! 🌟🎉

A huge THANK YOU is in order to Eleanor Murray, her incredible mum Liz, and the entire Murray Family for making Eleanor’s 30th birthday bash at the Ardboyne Hotel Navan on the 17th of February an unforgettable event! 🎈💫

But it wasn’t just any birthday party – it was a heartfelt fundraiser benefiting Down Syndrome Ireland Louth Meath Branch! 🌟 Your generosity knows no bounds, and your dedication to supporting such a meaningful cause is truly inspiring. You raised a fantastic total of €5,565.00 for the Branch. The Cheques were presented to 🌈💖

With your unwavering support, we’re thrilled to announce that funds raised will go directly towards providing underwater speakers for the Artistic Swimming Team and contributing to the Regional Advisory Committee. 🏊‍♀️🔊 Your kindness will make waves and empower so many individuals in our community! 🌊✨

Eleanor, Liz, and the Murray Family Thank you for your generosity, your spirit, and your unwavering support of Down Syndrome Ireland Louth Meath Branch! 🌟💕

Photographed accepting the cheque on behalf of the branch are Allyson Maher, Eleanor Murray, Fintan Bray, Michelle Whelehan, Mike Egan, Marie Bray, Liz Murray and Monica Maher. 🌟💕

#ShareTheJourney#downsyndromeireland#DSI#dsilmb#DSILouthMeathBranch#DownSyndrome#DSILMB#ArdboyneHotelNavan#thankyou🌟

Eleanor Murray’s 30th Birthday Bash!

Invitation
Eleanor Murray’s 30th Birthday Bash!
Eleanor Murray is celebrating her 30th Birthday on Saturday 17th of February 2024 in the Ardboyne Hotel Navan.
Eleanor is using her party night as a fundraiser to help raise funds for Underwater Speakers for the Down Syndrome Ireland Louth Meath Artistic Swimming group and the Regional Advisory Council
🎉 Join us for an unforgettable night of fun and fundraising 🎂
Date: Saturday, 17th February
Time: 8 PM till late
Location: Ardboyne Hotel Navan
Featuring:
🎧 DJ Philip spinning your favorite tunes
🍫 Chocolate Fountain and 📸 Selfie Mirror
🎁 In lieu of presents, contribute to a fundraiser for Underwater Speakers for the Artistic Swimming group and the RAC
🕺 Barndoor Creative Studios performing – a possible mini DWTS!
🎟 Exciting Raffle with fantastic prizes
📰 Meath Chronicle will be there to capture the moments
🎥 A special Video will be created to immortalize the celebration
🥂 Let’s celebrate Eleanor’s milestone with her family and friends!
See Insights and Ads
Boost post
All reactions:

20

Children’s Christmas Party

by

Children’s Christmas Party (for 0 – 13ish-year-olds)

Down Syndrome Ireland – Louth/Meath Branch are delighted to announce that the Children’s Christmas Party will take place this year in the spectacular Trim Castle Hotel

Sunday 3rd December from 2 PM – 5 PM.

Parents are asked to please arrive early to drop in their presents for their other children.

Santa will visit the party and present a gift to each of our children with Down Syndrome, sponsored by the Branch. As it is a lovely family event, we would impress upon you the importance of bringing gifts for your other children who will attend the party. Clearly mark each name and age on the gift wrap and present it to one of the organisers on the day. We do not want any child to be without a present from Santa!!

Please note there will be light refreshments served and entertainment provided on the day.

RSVP: Text Brendan Stephenson at 083 8972044 or email secretarydslm@gmail.com with the following details:

NAME OF CHILD WITH DOWN SYNDROME

AGE OF CHILD

NO. OF SIBLINGS ATTENDING

NO. OF ADULTS ATTENDING

THE FINAL DATE FOR REPLYING IS Wednesday 29th of November 2022.

Branch Membership Renewals for 2024 will be accepted on the day. Christmas Cards will also be on sale on the day.

Note: Presents will only be given to Children who attend the party.

Adult / Teens Christmas Party

by

Christmas Party for Teenagers/AdultsDown Syndrome Ireland – Louth/Meath Branch are delighted to announce that the Christmas Party for Teenagers/Adults will take place this year with a Disco, and finger food on

Friday 1st December from 7.30 PM till late

Balreask Bar & Restaurant Navan.

The theme of the night is “Jingle Bells Rock”

Wear your most Christmasy Jumper/Tops/Hats. The more Christmasy the better

A great night guaranteed

If attending, please text Eleanor Cosgrove at 087 6671393 with the name of the teenager/ adult with Down Syndrome and the number of siblings/other adults attending.

The final date for replying is Saturday 25th November.

Branch Membership Renewals for 2024 will be accepted on the night.

Christmas Cards will also be on sale on the night.

@downsyndromeireland Down Syndrome Ireland

#dsilmb #downsyndromeireland #ShareTheJourney #DSILMB

#ChristmasParty