This is Ups 'n' Downs
Ups 'n' Downs is a support group with registered charity status, dedicated to helping families and individuals in East Northamptonshire affected by Down's syndrome. We are based near Rushden, Wellingborough and would be delighted to hear from you or help you in any way we can!
Our Mission
To provide support, aid and advice for children, adults and families affected by Down's syndrome.
To increase awareness of Down's syndrome and to promote positive attitudes and approaches within the local community.
To provide activities and experience for children and adults with Down's syndrome to aid development.
To provide information and support for educational and medical establishments to promote the inclusion of children and adults with Down's syndrome.
Getting Help
Web links and email points of contact, combined with names of real people and their telephone numbers will give you immediate and positive help...
Latest News
Stanwick 10k Run 2009
Somehow, we did it again!! With some great support from firends of group members who turned up from as far afield as Bristol and Bradford, the Ups 'n' Downs 'athletes' completed the Stanwick 10km road race, again raising in excess of £2,000 for the charity in the process.
Pictured above are our intrepid runners shortly after their triumphant burst across the finish line.
Special mentions must go to Tom Rees and Craig Jones who completed the race in under 46 minutes, finishing ahead of many professional club runners whilst Adele Rees, with the support of Clare Murray took more than 6 minutes off her 2008 time!
A huge thanks from all runners however to those who supported us via sponsorship or by taking part, the Stanwick Race is one of our key annual fund-raisers and has once again delivered some great income to the charity.
Our Stories
We think that the easiest way to help is in sharing our experiences in a way that will, we hope, be much like your own. Our stories are real-life, often emotional but are provided to enlighten and reassure you that you are not alone...
About Down's syndrome
Facts and figures about Down's syndrome in the UK.
Get our Newsletters!
In the coming months, we hope to produce regular newsletters, either by post or, more environmentally friendly, electronically.
If you would like to 'subscribe' to receive them, enter your email address in the box below and click "Subscribe Me". We'll send you a note as soon as we get your request.
Let's Talk!
Our Message Board is coming soon, where you will be able to ask questions, offer your opinions and give advice to other Ups 'n' Downs members.