Down Syndrome Australia’s 2018 national survey has found people with Down syndrome and their families are receiving more support than ever before, thanks to the National Disability Insurance Scheme. However, there are problems with access to the scheme and the level of knowledge about Down syndrome.
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2018 National Survey Results (pdf)
Comment by Down Syndrome Australia CEO Dr Ellen Skladzien.
Source: Down Syndrome Australia
COMMENT BY DR ELLEN SKLADZIEN, DOWN SYNDROME AUSTRALIA CEO
The DSA survey on NDIS experiences has provided some very useful insights into how the NDIS is working for people with Down syndrome and their families. We will be using the outcomes of this survey to inform our advocacy to NDIA as well as to develop better information resources for our community, writes DSA Chief Executive Officer Dr Ellen Skladzien.
Source: Down Syndrome Australia
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