By David Skipworth Not many people would get away with interrupting Warriors coach Stephen Kearney while he’s delivering a team talk. Fewer still would dare to continue to speak over the top of the notoriously stern former Kiwis back rower and World Cup winning...
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...
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...
In her third article on education, Margi Leech provides tips for families to get their children truly included and get the most of out their time at primary school. Children and young people learn best when they feel accepted, when they enjoy positive relationships...
In her second article on education, Margi Leech focuses on taking tiny steps in the earliest stages of teaching your child. Most parents and teachers have discovered that what they do for children with learning difficulties works for all children. This article does...
Over the more than 40 years of its existence, the Champion Centre has helped transition many children with Down syndrome into early childhood centres and schools. Some teachers have good knowledge about the needs of children; but others have questions and concerns...
