Ups & Downs Southwest is a parent led charity seeking to support and enable children and young people, who have Down Syndrome. They aim is to ensure that these children and young people enjoy a happy, healthy, fulfilling life, in which their are able to reach their full potential. They provide direct support to families, run information & training days, youth clubs and Family Days alongside a telephone helpline and training for professionals and schools. They currently support over 400 families in the southwest.