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Ageing with Down syndrome

A book about what ageing is like for people with Down syndrome, and some ideas to help the person you care for look after their health.
Who is it for?
Family and carers
What is it about?
Health when you are old, Health topics that matter to us
Who made it?
Down Syndrome Australia
When was it made?
It was created
6 years ago
. It was shared here .
Formats available:
Includes pictures
Why do we trust it?

Because it was made to help, not for profit.

Learn more about why we trust it and how to check other information.

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As adults get older, they may face new challenges, like changes to their health. Down Syndrome Australia made a book about health and ageing. The book is for the families and carers of people with Down syndrome. 

The book talks about four different kinds of , which means ways to feel good and live well.

You can read the book online or download it as a PDF.

Productive wellbeing

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Productive is about what you do each day, like:

  • When you give and get help
  • How you use your spare time, like doing hobbies 
  • What you learn at school, TAFE, university or anywhere else
  • How you look after yourself and others at home.

Physical wellbeing

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Physical is about health and your body. The book says which medical conditions are more common for people with Down syndrome, and how this changes as you age.

Material wellbeing

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Material is about where you live and how you move around. For example, you might own a car or use public transport. 

The book explains how you can plan for the future, like:

  • where you live
  • what to do when you retire
  • how to get good care when you are dying.

Social and emotional wellbeing

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Social and emotional is about having people you trust and can talk to. The book explains how feeling lonely can affect your health and mood. It explains what you can do to feel happier and more supported.

We trust this resource

We trust this resource because it is:

  • Made to help, not for profit
  • Made by people who know a lot about the topic
  • Made in Australia

We've checked this resource, and you can follow our guide to know if health information is true and right for you.

This resource was made by

Down Syndrome Australia

Down Syndrome Australia is made up of State and Territory associations. These groups provide support, information and resources to people with Down syndrome and their families across Australia.