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Parent/Toddler Group by Olive Buckeridge for our Branch

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Olive Buckeridge, DSI Early Years Specialist will run a weekly Louth/Meath Zoom Session for Parents & Toddlers on Tuesday each week on Zoom. The first Session will be on Tuesday 19th May at 11.15.  The sessions are informal with lots of  Singing, Signing and some Vocabulary and there is no limit on the numbers just … Read more Parent/Toddler Group by Olive Buckeridge for our Branch

DSI co-signs a document on Ireland’s obligations under the UNCRPD

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Down Syndrome Ireland has co-signed a document on the rights of people with disabilities during the COVID-19 period. The statement calls on the government to adhere to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and in particular: Provide full accessible information on all aspects of COVID-19 Ensure equal treatment in the provision of … Read more DSI co-signs a document on Ireland’s obligations under the UNCRPD

4 Peak Challenge

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A big Thank you to Derek & Ian Primrose for choosing our Branch as part of their fabulous Fundraiser. If you would like to support the fundraiser for these very worthy causes you can do so online (details below) or alternatively you can contribute in person 🙂 You can donate online via the following GoFundMe page:https://ie.gofundme.com/f/derek-amp-ian-primrose039s-48hr-4… … Read more 4 Peak Challenge

DSI ELECTION 2020 MANIFESTO

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Election 2020 takes place on February 8th. Candidates, if elected, will have the power to shape the future of Ireland. Let’s make it a future where all people are valued, fully participating citizens. Read our 2020 General Election Manifesto here: http://bit.ly/2tqBAZt We call on candidates to commit to improving the lives of people with Down syndrome … Read more DSI ELECTION 2020 MANIFESTO

THE FIRST BIG STEP – TRANSITION TO PRIMARY SCHOOL CONFERENCE

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THE FIRST BIG STEP – TRANSITION TO PRIMARY SCHOOL CONFERENCE The First Big Step – Transition to Primary School conferences will benefit both parents, teachers, SNA’s and other professionals from the knowledge and expertise of the individual presenters and topics covered. As an attendee, you will gain an insight into the learning profile of a … Read more THE FIRST BIG STEP – TRANSITION TO PRIMARY SCHOOL CONFERENCE

Tons of Fun Tots welcomes an unexpected guest …

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There was great excitement at the Tons of Fun Tots playgroup during its last session when a certain someone in a familiar red suit paid an unexpected visit to some of the youngest members of the DSI Louth Meath Branch. We had a room full of excited boys and girls, all dressed up for Christmas, … Read more Tons of Fun Tots welcomes an unexpected guest …

MEATH GAA FAN CROKE PARK SUNDAY 21ST JULY

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Down Syndrome Ireland are looking for a young adult with Down Syndrome who is over 18 years and a Meath GAA fan to attend and work on a voluntary basis in Croke Park on Sunday 21st July 2019. This is an opportunity to showcase the ability of people with Down syndrome. The person with Down … Read more MEATH GAA FAN CROKE PARK SUNDAY 21ST JULY

DSI calls for IEPs to become a legal right and access to revised July Provision scheme

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Message from Gary Owens, CEO, Down Syndrome Ireland DSI calls for IEPs to become a legal right and access to revised July Provision scheme during meeting with Minister for Education Joe McHugh Dear Member, We hope this email finds you well. As you may be aware, we met with the Minister for Education and Skills … Read more DSI calls for IEPs to become a legal right and access to revised July Provision scheme