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HSE Covid-19 Public Information Booklet

News / 02 Apr 2020

The Covid-19 Public Information Booklet (Easy Read) has just been released online by the HSE, it features commonly asked questions about the virus - how…

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Update from HSE regarding new Covid 19 testing requirements

News / 26 Mar 2020

We are aware of families’ concerns about the current testing guidelines for Covid 19 and how they may impact on people with Down syndrome.

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Covid-19 and Down syndrome

News / 16 Mar 2020
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Coronavirus resource

News / 06 Mar 2020

We have developed an easy-read guide to help adults with Down syndrome understand the Coronavirus.

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Whiskey lovers raise €13,000 in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland and Foyle Down Syndrome Trust

05 Jun 2020

For the 2nd year in a row, whiskey enthusiasts around Ireland have raised a whopping €13,400 in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland and Foyle Down Syndrome…

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Thank you Elaine

03 Jun 2020

Meet an incredible lady by the name of Elaine Kearney who has been getting creative for DSI!

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Dept of Education has confirmed all children with Down syndrome will have access to Summer Programme (July Provision)

21 May 2020

We have been in contact with the Department of Education and Skills and have been informed that officials are developing proposals for the programme of…

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Vision & Glasses for people with Down syndrome

21 May 2020

In the current crisis, many people are using screens more, both for learning and for entertainment, so it’s very important to be aware of eye…

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Margaret recovers from Covid-19

20 May 2020

We are delighted to be able to share the wonderful news that Margaret Killoran has recovered from Covid-19. Margaret is in her forties and from Tubbercurry in Sligo.…

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HSE National Disability Quality Improvement Office – COVID 19 Information

12 May 2020

The HSE Community Operations newsletter is an accessible and user-friendly means of understanding the currently issued Guidance Documents, videos and webinars that have been developed…

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