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Procedures To Use The Treadmill Training In Infants With Down Syndrome

Check out this Free Downloadable Treadmill Training Protocol from Noah’s Dad.

National Running Program Launched by Research Down Syndrome Foundation to Support Down Syndrome Cognitive Research

Building on successful marathon and other race events during 2011 in major cities, including New York City, Chicago and San Diego, RDS is expanding its running program to greatly increase its research funding, and has been accepted as a charity partner in multiple marathons across the country. Shorter fun races are being organized as well. “We are grateful for the enthusiastic support we received in events during 2011,” states Dr. Robert Schoen, RDS President, “Our goal is to support persons with Down syndrome by significantly increasing our fundraising in 2012.”

Adults With Down Syndrome Can Live Independently And Have A Satisfying Life

According to Craig Kendall, co-author of “How to Live, Love and Succeed with Down Syndrome” parents should develop a transition plan a year or so before their your loved one leaves school. Every person with Down syndrome is different, of course, so no two life courses will be the same. Kendall recommends that at least a year before a child is getting ready to leave school, the parents meet with school officials and try to develop a transition plan for them.

 Hanby’s inclusiveness provides an education

Now 14, Rogers’ daughter Ariel, who was born with Down syndrome, spends more than 80 percent of her day in mainstream classes with her peers at Hanby Middle School in Gold Hill.

Northridge’s Gabriel provides unlimited inspiration

 Allison Gabriel is an 18-year-old senior guard for the Lady Jaguars. She’s not the leading scorer or rebounder. She’s not the tallest or fastest player, and she doesn’t start. What she brings to the program is an inspirational attitude.

Dad with Down syndrome son: Don’t feel sorry

Smith wants to de-stigmatize Down syndrome in his blog, NoahsDad.com.

I started off today’s post with one from Noah’s Dad and I want to close with this interview with him. Rick is an amazing inspiration for all of us with Special Needs Family Members.

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