Resources

We have resources for professionals, parents and carers as well as easy-read resources for young people and adults with Down’s syndrome. You can view resources in each category by using the buttons below.

If you can’t find what you need or would like to talk through any of the information or resources in this section please contact our Family Support Service team on 0300 030 2121 or email familysupportservice@dsscotland.org.uk.

We will continue to add resources over time so if there is anything you would like to see more information on, please let us know.

Health Professionals Health resources
The Scottish Standard Care Pathway for Babies born with Down's syndrome

19 December 2024

A guide to the initial care for a newborn baby with a diagnosis of Down’s syndrome. It is intended for use by all health professionals involved in the care of babies with Down’s syndrome across Scotland. This publication has been developed in collaboration between the NHS community throughout Scotland and Down’s syndrome Scotland.

Reports
Trustees' Report and Financial Statements (2023 - 2024)

18 September 2024

Our Annual Report on the year running from 1st April 2023 – 31st March 2024.

New Parents Parents and carers of children
You and Your Baby Postcards

23 July 2024

Education Professionals
Developing Mathematics Skills

23 July 2024

Education Professionals Parents and carers of children
Developing language skills

23 July 2024

Expectant Parents New Parents
Welcoming your baby with Down's syndrome

23 July 2024

Parents and carers of children Professionals Young people and adults with Down's Syndrome
Ten facts about Down's syndrome

21 May 2024

Health resources Parents and carers of young people and adults Young people and adults with Down's Syndrome
Let's talk about puberty

21 May 2024

A booklet about growing up for young people with Down’s syndrome

Health resources Parents and carers of young people and adults Young people and adults with Down's Syndrome
Let's talk about periods

21 May 2024

A booklet for girls with Down’s syndrome about periods

Health resources Parents and carers of young people and adults Young people and adults with Down's Syndrome
Let's talk about keeping healthy

21 May 2024

A booklet about health, diet and weight for people with Down’s syndrome