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
Northampton 10k Run 2009
Following the success of the 'Stanwick Runners' back in March, we are delighted that local supporter Anna Ferreira-Gomes has pledged her fund-raising efforts to Ups 'n' Downs.
Anna will be taking on the challenging 10km Run '09 in Northampton Town Centre on Sunday October 4th. If you would like to sponsor Anna for her efforts please call us on 0777 1717 460 and we will put you directly in touch with her.
Good luck Anna, we will be thinking of you and recalling the memories of our own tortured limbs!!!
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.