Lending Hand Supports

30/07/2025

This is a really interesting article! It’s good to learn the difference between self regulation and OCD

Many individuals with Down syndrome and their families have shared with us that they often write or copy letters, words, and sentences repetitiously. Some examples we have heard include writing the names of favorite superheroes, writing lines from movies, copying sentences from books, and writing various letters that do not form words. In the article linked below, Brian Chicoine, MD, explains how this routine can be beneficial and discusses when it may be an indication of a problem or stressor in the life of an individual with Down syndrome.
🔗 https://adscresources.advocatehealth.com/routines-involving-writing-or-copying/

30/07/2025

Depression is more common in people with Down syndrome compared to people without Down syndrome. Some people with Down syndrome have difficulty describing and reporting their symptoms, so the diagnosis may be based more on others reporting observed behavior of the person with Down syndrome. For example, a family member may notice a change in the person’s self-talk or desire to participate in activities. Brian Chicoine, MD, shares information about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of depression in people with Down syndrome in the article linked below.
🔗 https://adscresources.advocatehealth.com/depression-in-people-with-down-syndrome/

30/07/2025

This is amazing!

27/05/2025

Can’t wait to attend next week!

1️⃣ 1 week to go until the Leading Through Inclusion Conference!

📋 You can plan your days using the program.

➡️ Download it here:https://sacid.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SACID-LTI-Program-2025-printer-friendly.pdf

⚠️ Reminder: Wednesday ticketholders can register for the Adelaide Metro Come and Try activity.

ℹ️ Find out more here: https://events.humanitix.com/lti-try-before-you-ride-activity-with-adelaide-metro

The SACID team is very busy getting ready for the Conference!

🤩 We cannot wait to see you there.

20/04/2025

Happy Easter from the team at Lending Hand Supports!

03/01/2025

🤩 Join SACID's friendly and fun Peer Action Crew in 2025!

🙌 Everyone is welcome.

🗓Here are our first few meet-ups for the year:

Wednesday 15 January, 11am - 12noon.
💻Say hi to Peers on Zoom.
Contact admin@sacid.org.au to get the Zoom link.

Tuesday 21 January, 12.30pm - 2.30pm.
🪢Join the Crew at Diverse-City at 163 Gouger Street, Adelaide.
There will be chat and craft.

Wednesday 22 January, 11am - 12noon.
💻Say hi to Peers on Zoom.
Contact admin@sacid.org.au to get the Zoom link.

🗓 We will share more meet-up dates in the new year.

08/11/2024

Great night at the DEAI - Developmental Educators Australia Incorporated AGM! It’s so lovely to catch up with my fellow DE’s and hear about all the awesome work they are doing! 💚

05/11/2024

05/11/2024

Very good FAQ from The Lotus Project regarding Developmental Education 😊

04/11/2024

Thank you to the crew at The Lotus Project for this wonderful definition of DE vs PBS 😊

04/11/2024

It’s DE week! So proud of my profession and honoured to call myself a Developmental Educator 💚

20/10/2024

The Kids & Youth Disability Expo is coming up fast! Have you saved November 30 in your calendar? 🫶

It’s a fun, FREE family day out with heaps of activities for kids & teens.📍 Netball SA Stadium, Mile End