Down Syndrome Makes the News
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SEven Year old sofia says down syndrome is so exciting
breaking barriers for people with Down syndrome: ‘Everyone deserves to be celebrated’
She’s a model, a dancer, and an activist- “with a little Down syndrome on the side who is working to break boundaries when it comes to representation of people with disabilities in mainstream media.”
Nonprofit Fundraiser - Grand Strand Buddy Walk and Festival Benefiting Grand Strand Down Syndrome Society
“We celebrate and bring awareness to the Down syndrome community in October because it is National DS Awareness Month.’
Down syndrome and sleep
“In recent years, though, researchers have found that people with Down syndrome face specific obstacles to sleep. These sleep problems can cause or exacerbate other health issues including those frequently associated with Down syndrome.”
(From www.sleephelp.org)
A teenager with Down Syndrome swims the arctic
“Trym is the first person to live on the Svalbard Islands with Down's syndrome and he isn't letting it hold him back.”
(From www.bbc.com)
Restaurant owner with down syndrome
Tim Harris offers service with a smile!
(From YouTube)
Couple with down syndrome finds happily ever after
“For the last five years he has lived for his business, which is why his customers were shocked when Tim announced recently that he'd be closing.”
(From www.cbsnews.com)
Man with down syndrome has same job for 27 years
“Chris Campbell, who worked at a McDonald's on Buford Highway, passed away on Tuesday morning.”
(From WLTX19)
17 year old with down syndrome is a flight attendant
“17-year-old Shantell "Shannie" Pooser, who was born with a heart defect and a series of terminal airway defects, has spent a lot of her time flying back and forth between Denmark, South Carolina to Cincinnati Children's Hospital. As a result, she developed a love for flying and became inspired to become a flight attendant.”
(From www.becauseofthemwecan.com)
Baby with Down syndrome is an osk kosh model
“Asher Nash has been making headlines since his mom took to social media to discuss him never being offered modeling auditions because he is a special needs child. When her post went viral, OshKosh B’gosh contacted her and wanted to meet with the family. They instantly fell in love with little Asher and decided they wanted to have him star in their Christmas ads.”
Amazing Amy
“Gary Woodland could hear the words of his friend Amy Bockerstette as he stood over the chip shot on the 17th hole that helped propel him to winning the U.S. Open.”
Dancer with Down syndrome on “so you think you can dance”
“Phoebe Kochis is proof that with dedication and determination, anything is possible.”
Model with Down syndrome Breaking Barriers in Fashion
“Grace Strobel was born with Down syndrome, but she never let it hold her back from pursuing her dreams.”
Models with intellectual disabilities promise to light up catwalk
“The biggest week of the year for New Zealand fashionistas promises to be an extra special party for some.”
Man becomes 1st Ironman finisher with Down syndrome
“I am a person with Down syndrome who will complete the Ironman. I am going to make history by crushing it,” the 21-year-old from Maitland, Florida, located near Orlando, told TODAY prior to completing the race.
MB voter wants everyone who is disabled to know 'their voice matters' this election
“One Horry County voter with a disability said there's a lot riding on this upcoming election for those in her community.
‘I think about my future when it comes down to it,’ said Danielle Kitrilakis.”
Grand Strand nonprofit cancels signature fundraiser, gets creative
“One Horry County nonprofit is trying to make the best out of these trying times.
The Grand Strand Down Syndrome Society canceled their biggest fundraiser of the year, the Buddy Walk, to keep families safe during the pandemic.”