This week I am posting my Top Ten List for Websites! All
these websites have unique characteristics that make them helpful in understanding
Down syndrome, learning how to advocate for the community, and receiving more
resources to help support individuals with Down syndrome. Remember this top ten
list is based off my perception of each of the websites, please check out the
websites yourself to see what you like best from each of the sites!
This is a great website to find out general
information about Down syndrome and also learn how you can give back to this
community. The website breaks down the sections of the website into resources,
information, advocacy, ways to give, buddy walk and my favorite my great story.
The “my great story” link features a family’s story that is sent in to be
featured weekly. It is also provides a great outlet for families to discuss
their experience having a family member with Down syndrome. It promotes a
positivity around having a family member with Down syndrome that I admire.
4.5
out of 5 stars!
This is another national website about Down
syndrome. The website has great resources and information and also has a list
of awesome programs for different people that come in contact with individuals
with Down syndrome. The programs that they showcase are programs for new
parents, teens & adults, grandparent support and many more. In my opinion I
think of the best parts about this website is the News & Articles section.
This section has many resources for people to read and to be updated on in
regards to Down syndrome and its progression in research.
5
out of 5 stars!
This website is unique in that it provides
resources and support specifically for parents with Down syndrome. I find
websites as specialized as this one very important because building up a strong
support system around individuals with Down syndrome make the quality of life
that much better for everyone! This website is awesome as it seems to update
very regularly. There are events listed that seem like activities that parents
would want to get involved in and that is so important so a network can be
formed. This particular group is in Illinois, but I think this is an awesome
organization that should be started all over the country!
4. Down
syndrome Education International http://www.dseinternational.org/en-gb/
& Down syndrome Education USA http://www.dseusa.org/en-us/
4
out of 5 stars!
Down syndrome Educational International and
Down syndrome Education USA work hand in hand to try and improve the education
for children with Down syndrome. The websites focus on research, resources,
services, news, and events. I wanted to feature this article because I think it
is important to realize that there are organizations who are trying to better
the education for individuals with Down syndrome. The organization seems to
focus more on young people with Down syndrome and not all people, but it is
still important to see people are trying to make a difference.
4.5
out of 5 stars!
Kid’s Health is a website that many people
tend to visit. Although it almost appears that little information is presented
when you visually look at the site, there is actually a lot of information to
be shared. The website does a fabulous job not overloading the appearance of
the website with information making it less overwhelming for website viewers. I
specifically liked the section towards the bottom of the page that breaks down
the information based on parents, kids, and teens. By breaking down the
information by audience it helps narrow the information in what is more
applicable to the specific audience.6. Band of Angels http://www.bandofangels.com/
5
out of 5 stars!
I love this website! This is purely a
website for advocacy and support. The website breaks down its sections into
events, outreach, inspiration, and resources. The aspect of the website I
really enjoyed the best was the in the outreach section of the website. There
is a whole page discussing jobs for individuals with disabilities. I love that
this website facilitates independence and hope to get into the work field
despite having a disability. Individuals with Down syndrome are definitely not
ineffective in the work force and I love that this website promotes just that!
7. Down Syndrome Research and Treatment Foundation http://www.dsrtf.org/
7. Down Syndrome Research and Treatment Foundation http://www.dsrtf.org/
3.5
out 5 stars!
I thought this website would be a nice
feature as it solely focuses on research and treatment of Down syndrome. Research
can be a grueling topic to anyone, but this website does a nice job breaking
down what they research and not using jargon that does not make sense. One
aspect of the site that is very cool is the “Plus 15” link. They have a link
that is Tell 15 friends on facebook, twitter, or email about Down syndrome.
Their hope is to increase awareness in trying to better the independence and
learning for people with Down syndrome.
8. Time 4 Learning http://www.time4learning.com/teaching_your_down_syndrome_child.shtml
8. Time 4 Learning http://www.time4learning.com/teaching_your_down_syndrome_child.shtml
3 out
of 5 stars!
I did not specifically enjoy this website,
as I think inclusion in schools is very important for individuals with Down
syndrome (but this is my own personal opinion). This website may be more
helpful for parents who want to homeschool their child. The website is very
specific in helping with lesson plans for children aged preschool to high
school. It appears to be a website geared towards selling a product and I think
I would want more information on how helpful the product is (research-based)
rather than from the testimonials that were supplied.
9. Down Syndrome Association of Tallahassee http://www.dsatallahassee.org/
9. Down Syndrome Association of Tallahassee http://www.dsatallahassee.org/
4
out of 5 stars!
This website is noteworthy for the local
families that have a family member who has Down syndrome. The website is user
friendly and promotes awesome events that really help family members cope with
the new transition or ongoing experience of having a family member with Down
syndrome. I really like the “Lending Library” which gives resources to parents
and helps families connect to other families. For more information take a look
at my blog post that I did about this organization!
10. Down
Syndrome Foundation of Florida http://www.dsfflorida.org/
10. Down
Syndrome Foundation of Florida http://www.dsfflorida.org/
5
out of 5 stars!
This website does a great job in providing a
lot of information to people who interested in Florida’s connection to Down syndrome.
The website features events, scholarship programs, iCan programs, resources,
success stories, Information about World Down Syndrome Day, and more
information about how to get involved. The iCan programs are awesome! They have
three programs iCan Communicate, iCan Read, and iCan work. These programs
integrate technology and opportunities to learn and work. I love that this is
an initiative for this organization is shows a technology-minded practice that
is so important to implement especially with the new generation of technology
that seems to be vital to the everyday lives of people. It is realistic,
convenient and another great way to reach out to individuals with Down syndrome.
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