http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/ en Copyright 2008 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:45:01 +0000 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss On Saturday August 30th 2008 members of Down Syndrome Liverpool were invited to Goodison Park to receive a cheque for the sum of £5725.00. The donation came from former Everton player Lee Carsley, who had just months previously donated £1000 to our charity. Lee, now at Birmingham City has once again shown huge generosity to Down Syndrome Liverpool, to put some perspective into his latest act of goodwill this amount is equal to a years funding for DSL. http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/09/everton_fc_cheque_presentation.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/09/everton_fc_cheque_presentation.html Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:45:01 +0000 Firstly, let me start by apologising for my lack of posts recently, after a hectic few months I am pleased to be back blogging again. I am pleased to announce in this blog that we have been appointed main benefactors of a local football team set-up by my friend and colleague at the Liverpool ECHO. Greg O'Keefe and his friends decided to join the local charity football scene on Merseyside and approached me with the idea of donating any monies raised to Down Syndrome Liverpool. Not only does it provide us with a regular donation it spreads the word of Down Syndrome throughout the city. This can only raise our charity's profile and subsequently benefit our members. http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/08/charity_football_team_choose_d.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/08/charity_football_team_choose_d.html Tue, 12 Aug 2008 13:38:52 +0000 This years Awareness Week will run from Monday 2nd - Sunday 8th June and Down Syndrome Liverpool have organised a 'Bag Pack' at Sainsbury’s on East Prescot Road on Saturday 7th June. The theme this year is about empowering people with Down’s syndrome along with their parents, carers, family and friends to be aware of their human rights and to demand them in all aspects of life. Every year Awareness Week gives all members and supporters the opportunity to stand-up and shout-out about Down’s syndrome. It is the perfect chance to raise awareness of the work of the local charities like Down Syndrome Liverpool and to champion the rights of people with Down’s syndrome. http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/05/awareness_week_2008_dsl_sainsb.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/05/awareness_week_2008_dsl_sainsb.html Wed, 28 May 2008 15:41:05 +0000 ]]> http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/05/big_thanks_to_everton_star_lee.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/05/big_thanks_to_everton_star_lee.html Wed, 14 May 2008 12:28:16 +0000 After recommendation from one of the mum’s in the group we have booked 2 taster sessions of ‘Brain Gym’. We’re unsure whether to role out the sessions during the monthly support group or as 2 separate sessions – depending on how many people are interested. If you’d like to take part please contact Cathy at Dingle Lane Children’s Centre on: 0151 233 4934. The two sessions would be split into two parts - one theory part for parents and one experiential session including the children (45 mins each with a break in between). For the theory part we would provide a creche in the room next door. Unfortunately we can only provide a crèche for 6 children so places would be limited. Below is some information taken from the ‘Brain Gym’ website to give you some idea what it’s about. http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/03/brain_gym_at_parenttoddler_group.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/03/brain_gym_at_parenttoddler_group.html Sun, 02 Mar 2008 14:16:08 +0000 Down Syndrome Liverpool have hired Underwater Street for an exclusive party on Friday 18th April. The party starts at 4.30pm and finishes at 6.30pm and includes a meal, ice cream and a party bag. The event is FREE but places are limited, so please book ASAP. To book your child's place please call Cathy at Dingle Lane Children's Centre on 0151 233 4934. http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/03/parentchild_support_group.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/03/parentchild_support_group.html Sat, 01 Mar 2008 10:41:55 +0000 Don't forget our new venue is Dingle Lane Children's Centre, Matthew Arnold School, Dingle, L8 9UB.]]> http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/02/we_are_being_visited_by_acorn.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/02/we_are_being_visited_by_acorn.html Tue, 26 Feb 2008 10:47:47 +0000 The Down Syndrome Liverpool Parent and Toddler Group has moved to Dingle Childrens Centre and starts on Monday 21st January. The session runs from 12.30 and finishes at 3pm. For the time being the sessions will run once a month. There will be food for the parents and kids and Wavy Davy will be coming to do a session with the kids. Anyone wishing to attend please turn up on the day. http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/01/parent_toddler_group_at_dingle.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2008/01/parent_toddler_group_at_dingle.html Wed, 16 Jan 2008 14:49:47 +0000 ]]> http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/10/fancy_dress_halloween_party.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/10/fancy_dress_halloween_party.html Tue, 30 Oct 2007 09:57:17 +0000 My sister had the bright idea of inviting Charlotte round to her house on Sunday to do some painting. We arrived to find the living room floor covered with pages from the Echo (good for something then eh!) and a large roll of white paper for Lottie and her 10 month old cousin, Ellie to run up and down on with paint-covered feet. http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/10/paint_along_with_lottie.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/10/paint_along_with_lottie.html Wed, 24 Oct 2007 10:04:39 +0000 Last week Charlotte was ill for the whole week. I had to take some time off work as her viral infection took a hold. It's the first time she has been absent from school and it's something we may have to get used to as her immune system is not very good at fighting illnesses. The good news today is she has recovered and gone back to school, hopefully she will be fine now. http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/10/still_ill.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/10/still_ill.html Mon, 08 Oct 2007 08:58:55 +0000 The Downs Syndrome Association are holding two training days in Liverpool on Speech and Language Development in Children with Downs Syndrome. The topics will cover: Day 1. Thursday 22nd November - Early Years Children. Day 2. Friday 23rd November - School Aged Children http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/09/speech_and_language_developmen.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/09/speech_and_language_developmen.html Thu, 27 Sep 2007 08:17:15 +0000 Time once again for the Down Syndrome Liverpool AGM - that came round pretty quickly. This years event is to be held on Sunday 28th October starting at 2.15pm. Whilst the AGM is underway entertainment will be provided for the children. The AGM will be followed by a Fancy Dress Party with a discoand games for the kids as well as face painting. A buffet will also be provided. http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/09/agm_and_fancy_dress_party.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/09/agm_and_fancy_dress_party.html Tue, 25 Sep 2007 10:12:12 +0000 ]]> http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/09/dsa_launches_tv_ad_campaign.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/09/dsa_launches_tv_ad_campaign.html Mon, 10 Sep 2007 14:06:44 +0000 Down Syndrome LIVERPOOL Bowling night took place last Wednesday 29th August at the Hollywood Bowl. Up to 40 members turned up for our latest activity as everybody had a great night out. http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/09/kids_bowled_over_at_latest_eve.html http://downsyndrome.merseyblogs.co.uk/2007/09/kids_bowled_over_at_latest_eve.html Fri, 07 Sep 2007 08:45:04 +0000