Mental Wellness and Healthy Living seminars: book now for Dennis McGuire's 2016 tour

Many of you will be familiar with the work of Dennis McGuire through the wonderful books Mental Wellness in Adults with Down Syndrome and The Guide to Good Health for Teens and Adults with Down Syndrome. Dennis co-founded the Adult Down Syndrome Centre in Chicago in 1992 as Director of Psychosocial Services. His work with more than 5000 adults with DS over that time has provided a wealth of insight and understanding into the thoughts and behaviour of people with Down syndrome and how to best support them to live a good life. Dennis McGuire will be visiting Australia for the first time in May this year for a series of Mental Wellness and Healthy Living seminars for families, carers and support workers.  Melbourne: May 6th (Professionals) and May 7th (Families and Carers) Pullman Albert Park  65 Queens Rd, Albert Park Sydney: May 13th (Professionals) and May 14th (Families and Carers) SMC Conference and Function Centre  66 Goulbourn St, Sydney Take advantage of this unique opportunity and share this information with your networks. Further information about the program and to online registration or call the Down Syndrome NSW office on 02 9841 4444.