
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 are on Sale
Do not need to be present to Win! Drawing will be held on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at 9:30 pm at Trivia Night. Tickets: 1 = $10, 3 = $25, 7 = $50 or 15 [...]
March 2021 Programs
March programs are ready for you! Download the calendar in PDF view.
COVID-19 and Down syndrome – English and Spanish
Everything you need to know about Down syndrome and COVID-19 in English and Spanish can be found HERE. Virginia Prioritizes Down syndrome in phase 1b (NEW) for receiving the COVID vaccine. Get Details Here and the [...]