Thursday, 21 April 2016

An invitation for adults with Down syndrome: 'Getting Strong, Living Healthy' workshop

Promoting Strengths and Adaptive Resources in Adults with Down Syndrome

Dennis McGuire helped set up the Adult Down Syndrome Clinic in Chicago, USA. 

Since 1992 he has worked with over 6000 people with Down syndrome and their families.

He helps people with Down syndrome stay well and live a good life.

Dennis McGuire is visiting Sydney to talk about how people with Down syndrome can keep mentally well.

He also talks about how to be and stay healthy as you get older.

If you are a person with Down syndrome you can meet Dennis McGuire and hear him share his experience and knowledge.

When: Monday 9th May 2016
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm (Tea and Coffee on arrival)
Where: SMC Conference and Function Centre, 66 Goulburn St, Sydney 
How much: $66 (includes you and a parent/carer)
Who: Any adult with Down syndrome can come but you must have a support person with you.

Book online or call the Down Syndrome NSW office on 02 9841 4444 to get your place.

PS - Have you got a brother or sister?

Dennis has a workshop for them too. It's on the next day. Have a look here.

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