Tag: down’s syndrome
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How vital is it to diagnose and label our special children?
I am appalled this week to learn that our special children in Trafford, Cheshire and Liverpool are being discriminated against. The Deans Trust which runs schools in the area has informed parents of children with special needs who are due to start at Ashton-on-Mersey school in September that, because of “limited resources”, their children will attend…
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Don’t judge a book by its cover
I love people watching. Particularly on holiday. After a particularly stressful time recently hubby and I booked a last minute get away. So, this last week I have had plenty of opportunity for one of my favourite pastimes. I give people names and work out who is married to whom and whether or not it…
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All you need is love
So on Sunday it was Valentine’s Day. A merchandiser’s dream. Shops filled with shiny, red hearts <3. Ridiculous and completely useless heart <3 themed gifts. Prices of roses seemed to have tripled in price. So what is the fuss all about? The Catholic Church recognizes at least three different saints named Valentine or Valentinus, all…
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NEVER WORK WITH CHILDREN OR ANIMALS….
So it is an old adage that you should never work with children or animals. But I disagree as I love BOTH children and animals and can’t imagine being in an environment without either as part of my working day. It has long been known and recognised the therapeutic effect animals have on adults and children…