Down Syndrome Sligo

Down Syndrome Sligo Down Syndrome Sligo provide support & activities for people with Down syndrome and their families. We have approx 60 members of all ages living in Co.

Down Syndrome Sligo advocates for inclusion, participation and recognition for all people with Down syndrome. We believe that with the appropriate supports and opportunities, people with Down syndrome can live a full meaningful life and have the right to be recognised as valued members of their own communities. Sligo in the West of Ireland. Our Committee is comprised of parents, siblings and carers/guardians of people with Down syndrome as well as other skilled volunteers who have an interest in supporting our work. We run regular public fundraisers and occasionally avail of small grants. We are a member of Down Syndrome Ireland, regulated by the Charities Regulator. We employ a part time Coordinator, Riona Rochford, who organises events and activities for our members and their families to promote socialisation, education and inclusion. Riona advocates on behalf of the branch and its members and generally keeps the branch and communication going. Riona is our main point of contact and can be reached on 086-4409596 or sligoinfo@downsyndrome.ie

We run various social events for our members to meet up and for family members to share information and gain support. We hold regular meet ups around the county in coffee shops, parks and play centres. We offer weekyl online yoga classes run by an OT, and our adults meet up at a monthly pool club in the Embassy. Each summer we offer our members subsidised places in mainstream activities such as surf camps in Strandhill. In the past, we have organised activities including yoga, art, photography, computing, baby & toddler events and many types of sports activities. We liaise with other local branches of Down Syndrome Ireland and relevant agencies such as Sligo Sports & Recreation Partnership, the HSE/CDNT, community groups, sports club, the ETB, RehabCare, Sligo ATU, NLN etc. To enquire about becoming a member or getting involved, please get in touch. Membership costs €10-€20 per year and means you are covered to attend our events, join our WhatsApp group and receive regular email updates from both us and Down Syndrome Ireland. You can sign up here: https://dsimembership.ie/

You can donate online here: https://www.idonate.ie/cause/dss

Some of our littlest members featured in the paper, thanks to the Extra Special Parent & Toddler Group
24/11/2025

Some of our littlest members featured in the paper, thanks to the Extra Special Parent & Toddler Group

Extra Special News… We hit the media again!

Annual homeless appeal primarily seeking vouchers but also food, treats etc.
24/11/2025

Annual homeless appeal primarily seeking vouchers but also food, treats etc.

🎄🎀🎅Another year & unfortunately another homeless appeal for children & adults in Sligo.
Every adult & child deserves a Christmas, so if you can please give what you can.
🎄🎀🎅Feel Free to share this post

20/11/2025

CoMotion club has moved indoors for the winter. Great fun for a Sunday afternoon!

A great feel-good event, save the date!Come along and support our carol singers as we give back in aid of the branch o...
20/11/2025

A great feel-good event, save the date!
Come along and support our carol singers as we give back in aid of the branch of SVP - Society of St. Vincent de Paul Ireland

18/11/2025

Always a good time at Friday's dance class with Idance Ingrid Mc Loughlin at The Avalon Centre, Sligo

This should be really good! For care givers of those aged 30+,
17/11/2025

This should be really good! For care givers of those aged 30+,

The National Down Syndrome Congress is hosting an online event hosted by Dr. Dennis McGuire. The webinar, focusing on support for those over 30, takes place at 6pm Irish time on November 20th and December 4th.

https://ndsccenter.org/resources/ages-stages/30-caregivers.html

Some of our adults may be interested in this. Many have travelled to Lourdes with this group in the past. Sure to be a f...
10/11/2025

Some of our adults may be interested in this. Many have travelled to Lourdes with this group in the past. Sure to be a fun night!

Great inclusion here from Sligo Rovers F.C., some great pics!
03/11/2025

Great inclusion here from Sligo Rovers F.C., some great pics!

24/10/2025

Gina Grant and Nicola Hart in Down Syndrome Ireland have created a booklet on Down Syndrome Regression Disorder (DSRD) to help families understand more on regression. Figures show that only 1-2% of people with Down syndrome develop DSRD. To learn more, click the link below.

Down Syndrome Ireland will be hosting a Conference for Professionals and Caregivers Supporting the Health and Wellbeing of Adults with Down Syndrome.

This one-day conference is designed for parents, family carers, and professionals. Regression will be one of the many topics covered.

⏰ 9:30am - 4pm
📆 November 7th 2025
📍AIB Offices, Dublin

Find the registration link in the comments below.

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Sligo

Opening Hours

9am - 2pm

Telephone

+353864409596

Website

https://downsyndrome.ie/branches-detail/sligo/

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