Down Syndrome Kerry
Down Syndrome Kerry

Parent & Child Group

The aim of the group is to provide a secure place for parents and children to meet and share experiences and ideas in an environment that is fun and informative. The group’s main focus is on Early Intervention.

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See & Learn Programme

See and Learn is an evidence-based, structured teaching programme which teaches speech, language and reading skills in small steps for children with Down syndrome up to 6 years of age. The programme is designed to help educators and parents provide young children with additional support and practice they need to learn language. For further information on the See and Learn Programme please click on the button below
See & Learn Programme

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Deenagh Lodge

DSK operate tearooms from Deenagh Lodge in the National Park in Killarney from early April to September . The aim and focus of this project is to train our young adults in the hospitality sector with a view to gaining employment within this area.
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The Ability Programme

”Employment, Inclusion and Learning” Is a three-module programme focusing on Latch On which is a literacy and technology course. Mote which focuses on politics and decision making and Workskills which prepares our young adults to take on employment. The programme is taught by qualified teachers accredited to the programme and assisted by tutors. This course is facilitated in MTU Tralee. For further information on the Ability Programme click the button below.
The Ability Programme

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321 Charity Shop

DSK charity shop has two main aims 1. To provide essential retail experience to our members for future employment. 2. To raise much needed vital funds for the branch. Contact 321 Charity Shop at 321@downsyndromekerry.ie or 085 1928152
321 Charity Shop

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Classes & Activities

Our branch provides the following social activities: swimming lessons, cycling, zumba, drumming, basketball, cookery lessons, music therapy and horse riding. All of these activities are subsidised by the branch and are available to members throughout the county.

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