Listen "We Deserve Care: Supporting Aging Adults with Down Syndrome"
Episode Synopsis
As people with Down syndrome live longer than ever, new challenges — and opportunities — are emerging. Shane Hewitt speaks with Laura LaChance from the Canadian Down Syndrome Society about the We Deserve Care campaign, an initiative raising awareness and funding to support aging adults with Down syndrome. They discuss how healthcare systems must evolve to meet this community’s changing needs, from better training for professionals to creating inclusive aging programs. The conversation celebrates decades of progress while underscoring the urgent need for continued advocacy and specialized care. GUEST: Laura LaChanceCanadian Down Syndrome Societycdss.ca Originally aired on 2025-10-21
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