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October 1, 2025
Supporting Loved Ones with Down Syndrome at Home
Why Home Nursing Matters
- Down syndrome occurs in 1 in every 640 live births in the U.S. (Presson et al., 2013).
- Life expectancy has increased from about 10 years in the 1960s to nearly 47 years today (Bull et al., 2022).
- Individuals often face complex health needs: heart conditions, thyroid disorders, sleep apnea, and developmental challenges (Baksh et al., 2023).
How We Can Help
From infants to adults, our skilled nursing team provides:
- Medical support at home – feeding tube care, respiratory and cardiac monitoring, medication management.
- Developmental assistance – coordination with therapists, support for communication, mobility, and ADLs.
- Condition management – help with sleep apnea, thyroid issues, weight monitoring, and chronic conditions.
- Family support – education, training, and respite to reduce caregiver stress.
- Care coordination – bridging families with specialists, schools, and community resources.
Why Families & Referral Sources Choose Adoration
- Skilled, compassionate nurses who understand the unique needs across all stages of life with Down syndrome.
- Early support at home can help reduce hospitalizations and improve quality of life for both patients and families.
Next Steps
If you are a medical professional, consider an early referral to Adoration Home Health & Private Duty Nursing to help families thrive. If you are a caregiver, reach out to discuss how our team can provide the care you need, at the speed you deserve.
References
Presson, A. P., et al. (2013). Current estimate of Down syndrome population prevalence in the United States. J Pediatr, 163(4), 1163-1168.
Bull, M. J., et al. (2022). Health supervision for children and adolescents with Down syndrome. Pediatrics, 149(5), e2022057010.
Baksh, R. A., et al. (2023). Multiple morbidity across the lifespan in people with Down syndrome. Lancet Healthy Longev, 4(6),e372-e383.