Each episode of the Let’s Talk About Down syndrome series is targeted at individuals with Down syndrome, their families, carers, health and social care staff and anybody who has an interest in the health needs of adults with Down syndrome in Ireland. The series is hosted by Geraldine Kyle, a registered nurse tutor in TUH and mother of a young adult with Down syndrome.

Episode #1 Nicola Hart, National Research & Support Specialist of Down syndrome Ireland and Ross O’Neill, Junior Administrator in Down syndrome Ireland speak to Geraldine and share valuable insights about the lived experience of someone living with Down syndrome and important communication strategies that healthcare staff should be aware of.

Transcript for the episode is located at this link

Check out the information and resources available at Down syndrome Ireland (DSI)

Check out some examples of Easy Read resources

Check out the information for healthcare professionals in supporting adults with Down syndrome in hospital