Meet the DSC team
We’re dedicated to helping people with Down syndrome to live the life they choose.
Leadership and operations
Alison Parr
Head of operations
Speak to Alison about the day-to-day running of DSC, our Hub, operations, systems and making sure our services run smoothly.
Education and advocacy
Yvonne Edwardson
Education manager
Speak to Yvonne about education support, school inclusion, EHCP guidance, training and helping families navigate educational pathways.
Claire Turner-Richards
Education advocate
Speak to Claire about education advice, school support, SEND processes and helping families feel more confident when working with schools.
Rebecca Wilkinson
Education advocate
I support families and schools with education guidance, inclusion, communication and practical support around learning needs.
Sarah Larkin
Education advocate
I support families with education questions, school meetings, paperwork, inclusion and making sure children and young people are understood in education settings.
Health and social care
Thrive, community and life skills
Rebecca Goodier
Community connector
Speak to Rebecca about community activities, friendships, social opportunities, family connection and helping members feel part of the DSC community.
Events, marketing and fundraising
Gus Karagiannis
Income generation manager
Speak to Gus about fundraising, corporate partnerships, grants, sponsorship, donations and opportunities to support or invest in DSC’s work.
Steve Hart
Marketing and content coordinator
Speak to Steve about DSC stories, website content, marketing, photography, campaigns and sharing the impact of our work.
Katie Bridge
Bid writer
Speak to Katie about funding bids, grants, project development and helping secure resources to grow DSC’s support and services.
Casual Community Connectors
Our casual Community Connectors support Thrive, social activities, community sessions, events and member experiences across the week. They help create safe, welcoming and engaging spaces where members can build friendships, try new things and feel part of the DSC community.
Not sure who to contact?
For general enquiries, email admin@dscheshire.org.uk and we will direct you to the right member of the team.
