Part of being a parent is learning what you need to know in order to support your children. When something like Down syndrome is involved there’s much more to learn. Access to information can be very different from family to family based…
read moreComing in March… Does your loved one love music? Have the brushes and spoons in your house doubled as microphones? Has your loved one introduced him/herself as a “rock star?” If you answered yes to any of the above, and you have…
read moreThe first month of the year. New beginnings. Resolutions. Reminders…. January is a month like no other here on The Road. It’s brings a mix of emotions. Some are still celebrating the holidays; some struggle with feelings of loss and pain.
read moreIf there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s that there is truth behind the saying, “Man plans, and God laughs.” Still, at the end of every year mortals attempt to plan out the next 365 days. As parents of children…
read moreAs the holidays draw near, and the end of the year is upon us, I wanted to take a moment to express just how thankful I am to all of you who have joined us on The Road so far. We have…
read moreToday we celebrate the 50th birthday of a pioneer in Down syndrome advocacy. Chris Burke became famous with his role as “Corky” in Life Goes On – but he didn’t stop there. His music and his message have been a source of…
read moreThe Ds Road Show will celebrate creativity within the Down syndrome community and start Down syndrome Awareness Month off with some flair! Submit your entry today! http://dsroadshow.theroadweveshared.com/
read moreDo you have someone who can complete your sentences? Someone who is the ying to your yang? Someone who truly makes you a better person? I do! Her name is Mardra and it’s her birthday month!
read moreBy: Stephanie Holland This week has been one of well-earned celebration and thoughtful reflection on the 25th anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act. So far I’ve been listening from the edges, reluctant to put my 2 cents in,…
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