By Charles de Broin Société du syndrome d’Angelman The idea of offering a respite home for Angelman children was first conceived by Paolo Di Vito, Sophie Dubé and a handful of  parents and friends who were willing to dedicate time and energy to the cause.  The idea was to offer a safe and welcome home away from home to children with Angelman Syndrome. The Foundation du Syndrome d’Angelman ( angelman.ca ) obtained its letters patent in May of 2005  creating a non profit corporation for people touched by Angelman Syndrome, to promote research on the syndrome, to offer a stimulating environment for individuals afflicted with the syndrome and provide support to those nearest to…