Some children with Down’s syndrome have trouble with speech due to the low muscle tone in their mouths and cheeks and tongues.
Esther Whitaker from the charity said Children in Need funding was “vital” to keep the service running for children.
“When a family finds out that their baby has Down syndrome it might be a surprise and that’s where our charity exists to provide an instant support network,” she said.
“We support our families from birth right up to adulthood and we do this in a variety of ways, including events, training and therapy.”
Laura has been attending every month, going along to the 10-16s social events and is now attending college.
