About Us

Shine21 Dorset is a buddy club supporting children/teens and young adults in Dorset who have Down Syndrome

We organise get together's, day trips and social meetups to benefit children and their parents/carers. We aim to give our children practical ways to develop life skills and independence.  We plan to organise sessions in dance, theatre skills and increase their self help skills. 

Little Shiner's Baby Group is for families who have recently had a baby with Down Syndrome, 0-4yrs,  or for expectant couples who have had a prenatal diagnosis of Down Syndrome.  We arrange meet ups at children centre's where families can chat, and the babies and toddlers enjoying playing.  Were here to make sure parents to be and new parents feel connected and supported.