Aging
Life expectancy for individuals with Down syndrome has increased from 25 years in 1983 to 60 years today. Improved medical care, a stimulating home environment, friends, work and community involvement are some of the things that have contributed to this. However, aging with Down syndrome has many challenges. Some of these problems include early dementia, out living their parents and community isolation. Resources include the NDSS Alzheimer’s Disease & Down Syndrome Caregiving Book and the NDSS Aging and Down Syndrome Health and Well-being Guidebook
DSAGR Happenings & Upcoming Events
Spring Raffle Tickets for Sale
Spring Raffle Tickets are for sale - Drawing is March 28 at Trivia Night! Purchase Raffle Tickets!
The 8th Annual Disability Education and Transition Conference
The 8th Annual Disability Education and Transition Conference will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at The Hilton Richmond Hotel and Spa/Short Pump. More information and registration here. Join over 400 general and special educators, [...]
Trivia Night on March 28 –
Kickin’ Back for Down Syndrome Trivia Night will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at the ACCA Shrine Center, 1712 Bellevue Ave. Richmond, VA 23227 Buy a ticket! 5:30 -10pm Buy a table of [...]