In 2022 our Katie was born and we received the diagnosis that she had Down Syndrome. This was a shock to us and plunged us into an unexpected and amazing community. 

Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association have been a support to us from the start, assisting with our initial shock, offering advice, support and play sessions for Katie. They have regular events for the families and now that Katie is older she attends regular early development groups from the charity which massively help her development, and allow her to socialise with her peers, and encourage skills that will allow her to obtain independence and hopefully attend school with her peers. 

As a family we are very grateful to them and the support they offer, to us and families in the South and would be grateful of any donations people can make in these difficult times 

Portsmouth DSA is an award-winning charity, committed to improving the lives of people with Down syndrome by providing some of the UK’s best specialist services, training and support to individuals, families and professionals, equipping them with the skills they need to succeed.