Down Syndrome Sligo

Down Syndrome Sligo Down Syndrome Sligo provide support & activities for people with Down syndrome and their families. We have approx 60 members of all ages living in Co.

Down Syndrome Sligo advocates for inclusion, participation and recognition for all people with Down syndrome. We believe that with the appropriate supports and opportunities, people with Down syndrome can live a full meaningful life and have the right to be recognised as valued members of their own communities. Sligo in the West of Ireland. Our Committee is comprised of parents, siblings and carers/guardians of people with Down syndrome as well as other skilled volunteers who have an interest in supporting our work. We run regular public fundraisers and occasionally avail of small grants. We are a member of Down Syndrome Ireland, regulated by the Charities Regulator. We employ a part time Coordinator, Riona Rochford, who organises events and activities for our members and their families to promote socialisation, education and inclusion. Riona advocates on behalf of the branch and its members and generally keeps the branch and communication going. Riona is our main point of contact and can be reached on 086-4409596 or sligoinfo@downsyndrome.ie

We run various social events for our members to meet up and for family members to share information and gain support. We hold regular meet ups around the county in coffee shops, parks and play centres. We offer weekyl online yoga classes run by an OT, and our adults meet up at a monthly pool club in the Embassy. Each summer we offer our members subsidised places in mainstream activities such as surf camps in Strandhill. In the past, we have organised activities including yoga, art, photography, computing, baby & toddler events and many types of sports activities. We liaise with other local branches of Down Syndrome Ireland and relevant agencies such as Sligo Sports & Recreation Partnership, the HSE/CDNT, community groups, sports club, the ETB, RehabCare, Sligo ATU, NLN etc. To enquire about becoming a member or getting involved, please get in touch. Membership costs €10-€20 per year and means you are covered to attend our events, join our WhatsApp group and receive regular email updates from both us and Down Syndrome Ireland. You can sign up here: https://dsimembership.ie/

You can donate online here: https://www.idonate.ie/cause/dss

Great inclusion here from Sligo Rovers F.C., some great pics!
03/11/2025

Great inclusion here from Sligo Rovers F.C., some great pics!

24/10/2025

Gina Grant and Nicola Hart in Down Syndrome Ireland have created a booklet on Down Syndrome Regression Disorder (DSRD) to help families understand more on regression. Figures show that only 1-2% of people with Down syndrome develop DSRD. To learn more, click the link below.

Down Syndrome Ireland will be hosting a Conference for Professionals and Caregivers Supporting the Health and Wellbeing of Adults with Down Syndrome.

This one-day conference is designed for parents, family carers, and professionals. Regression will be one of the many topics covered.

⏰ 9:30am - 4pm
📆 November 7th 2025
📍AIB Offices, Dublin

Find the registration link in the comments below.

24/10/2025

Our older members had a great celebration night recently with Equal Vibes up from Kilkenny!

Big thanks to Healthy Ireland & the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Sligo our fabulous sponsor.

Well done to everyone who was behind the Mock Wedding last Saturday in the Radisson. It was such a brilliant night 👏
24/10/2025

Well done to everyone who was behind the Mock Wedding last Saturday in the Radisson. It was such a brilliant night 👏

Thanks to the Weekender for the Brilliant coverage from our Mock Wedding.👌👏

23/10/2025

Our volunteers raised a whopping €6325 last week, a massive thank you to all who donated and to all our wonderful volunteers 👏

Special mention to Cic Summerhill, AIB on Stephen Street, and Sligo Grammar School.

Fantastic!
23/10/2025

Fantastic!

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Does your child/student have a duel diagnosis of Autism and Down syndrome? This booklet from Asiam.ie and Down Syndrome ...
21/10/2025

Does your child/student have a duel diagnosis of Autism and Down syndrome? This booklet from Asiam.ie and Down Syndrome Ireland could be really helpful:https://downsyndrome.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Same-Chance-Playbook.pdf

https://www.gaa.ie/coachawardsKnow an exceptional GAA coach who has gone over and above their duty? It's time to nominat...
21/10/2025

https://www.gaa.ie/coachawards

Know an exceptional GAA coach who has gone over and above their duty? It's time to nominate these heroes for an award.

St Marys Gaa Coolera Strandhill GAA LGFA Camogie St John's GAA

Nominate your Coach! Has your Coach shown outstanding dedication and made an exceptional contribution to Gaelic Games over the last 12 months? We want to hear about them! Nominate your Coach by clicking on the relevant category below: GAA Nursery Coach of the Year GAA Children's Coach of the Year

A huge thank you to the transition year students of Summerhill (some pictured below) and The Grammar. Between them they ...
20/10/2025

A huge thank you to the transition year students of Summerhill (some pictured below) and The Grammar.

Between them they raised almost €3000 for us on the streets of last Thursday and Friday as part of our annual street collection 😀

Dementia Awareness Workshops with The Alzheimer Society of Ireland🤝🗓️ Tuesday Nov 18th⏰ Free | 90 mins | Multiple times ...
20/10/2025

Dementia Awareness Workshops with The Alzheimer Society of Ireland🤝

🗓️ Tuesday Nov 18th

⏰ Free | 90 mins | Multiple times available

Rovers In The Community 🔴⚪️

Dementia Awareness Workshops with The Alzheimer Society of Ireland🤝

Open to individuals, groups & clubs wanting to be dementia-inclusive

🗓️ Tuesday Nov 18th

⏰ Free | 90 mins | Multiple times available

👇 More info & booking below

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Remembering Kate Colum 💖The K.A.T.E acronym helps medics better assess and care for children with additional needs.
19/10/2025

Remembering Kate Colum 💖

The K.A.T.E acronym helps medics better assess and care for children with additional needs.

Remembering Kate - Claire Colum, Kate's mum, spoke to Claire Byrne this week on losing her little girl to sepsis and the changes she hopes the HSE will make as a result.

This insightful interview shows the changes that are needed and how the K.A.T.E acronym can ensure better care for children with additional needs in healthcare settings.

Listen to the full interview here:
https://www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22551791/

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Sligo

Opening Hours

9am - 2pm

Telephone

+353864409596

Website

https://downsyndrome.ie/branches-detail/sligo/

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