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Ten years of achievement in Russia

Sue Buckley1

  • 1The Down Syndrome Educational Trust, Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK. sue.buckley@downsed.org

Down'S Syndrome, Research and Practice : the Journal of the Sarah Duffen Centre
|August 19, 2007
PubMed

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Downside Up, a Moscow charity, celebrates 10 years of supporting children with Down syndrome. Their work significantly increased the percentage of infants with Down syndrome living with families in Moscow.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Developmental Disabilities
  • Social Work

Background:

  • Historically, a low percentage of children with Down syndrome in Russia (15%) live with their families.
  • Early intervention and family support are crucial for the development of children with Down syndrome.
  • The Downside Up charity has been a key organization in Moscow addressing these challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the 10th anniversary of the Downside Up charity.
  • To demonstrate the impact of Downside Up's services on family integration for children with Down syndrome in Moscow.
  • To emphasize the importance of early, high-quality services for children with Down syndrome from birth to age 7.

Main Methods:

  • The abstract does not detail specific methodologies but implies a focus on service provision and family support.
  • Data presented reflects the change in family living arrangements for infants with Down syndrome in Moscow.
  • The charity's operational focus is on providing services from birth to 7 years.

Main Results:

  • In Moscow, the percentage of newborns with Down syndrome being taken home by families has increased to 45%.
  • This increase is directly attributed to the interventions and support provided by the Downside Up charity.
  • The charity's efforts have demonstrably improved the likelihood of family inclusion for these children.

Conclusions:

  • The Downside Up charity has made a significant positive impact on the lives of children with Down syndrome and their families in Moscow.
  • Targeted early intervention and family support services are effective in increasing family placement rates.
  • Continued support and high-quality services are essential for the optimal development of children with Down syndrome.

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