Better Start, Early Days: free workshops for families

We invite you to reserve your place at Down Syndrome NSW's 'Better Start, Early Days' workshops.

The workshops have been developed to support parents of babies with Down syndrome and to provide information to families about the Department of Social Services/ Better Start' initiative. The workshops will cover necessary information about the initiative and discuss strategies to navigate the disability landscape.

Workshop 1: Better Start Early Days Support - for families with a recent Down syndrome diagnosis

Workshop 2: Better Start Early Days Support - for families with children aged between 18 months to four years.

Workshop schedule:

Northmead          Saturday 24th May 2014

Turramurra         Friday 6th June 2014

Wollongong        Wednesday 11th June 2014

Campbelltown    Tuesday 17th June 2014

Northmead          Friday 27th June 2014

Times:

Workshop 1:     9.30 am - midday

Workshop 2:     1.30 pm - 4 pm

Venue details will be forwarded once registration is received.

There is no cost to attend.

Book now: phone Down Syndrome NSW on 02 9841 4444 or email Sarah at sarah.escherne@dsansw.org.au

Please advise any dietary requirements as morning and afternoon tea will be provided.

Babies and toddlers are welcome. Please advise when registering the age of your child, if attending.

The workshops are a great opportunity for new parents to meet other families and get some valuable information about services available. The sessions are relaxed and quite informal, to allow for sharing experiences and learning from others.

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