Supported Decision Making – a Human Right (WEBINAR)

Supported Decision Making – a Human Right (WEBINAR)

STEP UP A group of people with Down syndrome who have shown an interest in self-advocacy and want to work their way into the STRIVE team. Home 9 Search query for: pati Stand up loud Talk about  Empowering People with Down syndrome to have Universal Participation...
Good support for decision making

Good support for decision making

The IHC Advocacy team explains why the right to make your own decision is so vital to people with Down Syndrome. Being able to make our own decisions is a key part of how we all live our lives. From choosing between whether to have jam or Marmite on your toast, to...
Making Decisions in Adulthood

Making Decisions in Adulthood

By Nan Jensen The Family Court has the power to appoint a person to make decisions for a person who lacks the capacity to understand the nature and consequences of their decisions and/or the ability to communicate their decisions. Roles can be allocated for very...