Sault Ste. Marie Down Syndrome Society

06/13/2026

The best friendships grow when differences are welcomed.

06/09/2026

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Congratulations to Carlo and Rachael DiCarlo on their remarkable advocacy and leadership on behalf of individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

As the only Canadian delegates invited to participate in United Nations events in both Geneva and New York City, Carlo and Rachael proudly represented Greater Sudbury, Ontario and Canada on the global stage, helping advance important conversations about inclusion, belonging and addressing loneliness within the Down syndrome community.

Their dedication continues to make a difference both locally and internationally, and I look forward to welcoming them to Council on June 23 as they share their experience with our community.

Their work doesn't stop there. In September 2027, Carlo and Rachael will once again champion inclusion as part of a larger delegation from Greater Sudbury travelling to Buenos Aires.

Thank you, Carlo and Rachael, for your passion, leadership and commitment to building a more inclusive world. You make Greater Sudbury proud.

Down Syndrome Association of Sudbury
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Félicitations à Carlo et Rachael DiCarlo pour leur engagement et leur leadership remarquables en faveur des personnes atteintes du trisomie 21 et de leurs familles.

En tant que seuls délégués canadiens invités à participer aux événements des Nations Unies à Genève et à New York, Carlo et Rachael ont fièrement représenté le Grand Sudbury, l’Ontario et le Canada sur la scène internationale, contribuant ainsi à faire avancer des discussions importantes sur l’inclusion, le sentiment d’appartenance et la lutte contre la solitude au sein de la communauté des personnes atteintes du trisomie 21.

Leur dévouement continue de faire la différence tant au niveau local qu’international, et j’ai hâte de les accueillir au Conseil le 23 juin pour qu’ils puissent partager leur expérience avec notre communauté.

Leur travail ne s’arrête pas là. En septembre 2027, Carlo et Rachael défendront une nouvelle fois l’inclusion au sein d’une délégation plus large de la région du Grand Sudbury qui se rendra à Buenos Aires.

Merci, Carlo et Rachael, pour ta passion, ton leadership et ton engagement à bâtir un monde plus inclusif. Tu fais la fierté du Grand Sudbury.

06/07/2026

Conference registration now open

06/07/2026

This resource allows caregivers to understand and support healthy aging for adults with Down syndrome and help plan for the future.

06/07/2026

05/30/2026

Karate kids…

05/27/2026

Interesting…

"It's just Down syndrome."

Unfortunately, many families have heard this statement after describing a behavior change or new symptom that they have noticed their loved one with Down syndrome experiencing. In medical care, this is called diagnostic overshadowing.

When a healthcare professional overshadows with regards to Down syndrome, the professional focuses primarily (or only) on the fact that the person has Down syndrome and less on the possibility of a co-occurring health condition. Diagnostic overshadowing can lead to misdiagnosis or underdiagnosis of potentially treatable health conditions. When a person with Down syndrome has a change in their health, it is important to do a thorough assessment for physical and/or mental health conditions.

Learn more about diagnostic overshadowing in the article by Brian Chicoine, MD, linked below.
🔗 https://adultdownsyndrome.org/resources/diagnostic-overshadowing/

11/02/2025

10/24/2025

Down syndrome awareness month