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DSFI Self-Advocate Sharan Delhivala to Showcase His Art in a Solo Exhibition
The Down Syndrome Federation of India (DSFI) is proud to share that one of our self-advocates, Sharan Delhivala, is holding a solo exhibition of his artwork in Ahmedabad.The Five-Core x The Infinite Macrocosm, at Jodhpur Art Gallery from September 28 to October 2, with an…
Sohursh Shankar Carried the Indian Flag to Manchester. He Came Back With Gold
At 19, Bengaluru’s Sohursh Shankar is a State and National Champion, a World Championship gold medallist — and an athlete with Down syndrome. But his greatest achievement may be what sport has given him beyond the podium. A few months ago, Sohursh Shankar’s family was…
A Day at Guindy National Park
Self-advocates from the Down Syndrome Federation of India, accompanied by their parents and teachers, enjoyed a wonderful visit to Guindy National Park, Chennai, today. The outing was an opportunity to step outdoors, explore nature and spend time together in an environment filled with curiosity, learning…
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Atmanirbhar Health Policy
Atmanirbhar Health Policy is specially designed for Persons with Disability, Mental Illness and Persons with HIV/AIDS to cover Hospitalisation expenses. This insurance is available to persons between the age of 18 years and 65 years and Children from new born to 17 years….
Government Schemes for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities
(Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Intellectual Disability, and Multiple Disabilities)
The Government of India, through the National Trust and the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), offers several welfare schemes that directly support individuals and families of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
These schemes cover health care, lifelong residential support, day care, vocational training, and caregiver training.
Health Guideline Booklet
Down Syndrome Parents Guide
The Down's Syndrome handbook
Down but not out - Babli's Story
Nutrition Booklet for Down Syndrome Children
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Down syndrome federation of India bears the unique distinction of being the only centre of its kind in South India. And not just this, a lot of research programs, specialized outpatient services, and early intervention programs are also conducted and coordinated here.
Our vision is to facilitate a nurturing and supporting environment both within the family and in the society for individuals with Down syndrome and the mission to provide a long term rehabilitative, supportive and therapeutic service for individuals with Down syndrome.