FASD workshop-open training 2018 MRFor community members, social services and mental health professionals.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this workshop, participants will:
· Have a good understanding of FASD
· Be current with the latest research
· Identify red flags to recognize a person with FASD
· Be knowledgeable of best practices to support individuals with FASD
· Recognize the complex relationship between FASD, mental health, attachment and trauma
· Have knowledge to implement strategies to support individuals with FASD through their lifespan
http://www.munsee.ca/member-ev
8 am Registration
This conference is presented by the cooperation and efforts of the following Nations and organisations
Oneida Nation of the Thames
Munsee-Delaware Nation
ENH-MAAITAAWAAD – Early Years Program
Chippewas of the Thames
Health Canada
THIS IS A FREE EVENT – EVERYONE IS WELCOME
Les inscriptions sont lancées | Registrations are open!
Soyez à l’affût des dernières recherches et des meilleures pratiques portant sur le Trouble du spectre de l’alcoolisation fœtale TSAF!
À l’horaire :
- Le Trouble du spectre de l’alcoolisation fœtal (TSAF) : Dernières recherches et meilleures pratiques
- Le TSAF, le langage et les discours stigmatisants
- Le TSAF, la sexualité et les relations saine
- Panel de conférenciers et invités
Visitez notre site internet pour plus d’informations et pour vous inscrire: https://tsaf2018.wixsite.com/
Come and learn the latest research and the Best Practices on FASD, in French.
On the schedule:
· FASD, Latest research and Best Practices
· FASD Stigmatizing language
· FASD, Sexuality and Healthy Relationships
· Panel with presenters and invited guests.
Visit our website for more information and to register: https://tsaf2018.wixsite.com/
Funding provided by the Public Health Agency of Canada
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The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Initiative is pleased to invite you to attend the upcoming webinar, Population-based prevalence of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in Canada.
This webinar presentation concludes one of the FASD Initiative’s funded projects, led by Dr. Svetlana Popova, a senior scientist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and an associate professor at the University of Toronto.
Dr. Popova will discuss the methodology and results of her study that led to the first population-based estimates of FASD prevalence among elementary school children in the Greater Toronto Area.
Dr. Popova will also be joined by Dr. Valerie Temple, diagnostic team member, during the question and answer period.
Join us on March 27, 2018, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. EST to learn more.
Please note that simultaneous interpretation will be provided.
To register, please visit:
http://www.chnet-works.ca/index.php?option=com_rsevents&view=events&layout=show&cid=425%3A&Itemid=6&lang=en
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L’Initiative sur le TSAF tiendra un webinaire afin de présenter les résultats d’une étude portant sur la prévalence du TSAF chez les enfants d’âge scolaire.
L’Initiative sur le trouble du spectre de l’alcoolisation fœtale (TSAF) de l’Agence de la santé publique du Canada (ASPC) vous invite à assister au webinaire Prévalence du trouble du spectre de l’alcoolisation fœtale dans la population du Canada.
Cette présentation conclura l’un des projets financés par l’Initiative sur le TSAF dirigé par Dre Svetlana Popova, scientifique chevronnée du Centre de toxicomanie et de santé mentale (CAMH) et professeure agrégée à l’Université de Toronto.
Dre Popova expliquera la méthodologie et les résultats de son étude qui a mené aux premières estimations de la prévalence du TSAF chez des enfants fréquentant l’école primaire de la région du Grand Toronto.
Dre Valerie Temple, membre de l’équipe de diagnostic, se joindra au Dre Popova lors de la période de questions.
Joignez-vous à nous le 27 mars 2018, de 13 h à 14 h 30 (HAE), pour en apprendre davantage.
Veuillez prendre note que des services d’interprétation simultanée seront offerts.
Pour vous inscrire, consultez le site :
http://www.chnet-works.ca/index.php?option=com_rsevents&view=events&layout=show&cid=425%3A&Itemid=6&lang=en
The toronto FASD coordinating network
presents
FASD & ADULTHOOD
WHEN
Saturday, April 14, 2018 9:00-4:30 (8:45-9:30 Breakfast)
WHERE
30 Isabella St, 7th floor Auditorium, Toronto
Check in at reception
WHO
free for Parents and caregivers of children, youth, and adults with fasd
WHAT
9:30-9:35 Welcome
9:35-10:30 Lived Experience Panel: Adults Affected BY FASD
10:30-10:45 Break
10:45-11:30 Lived Experience Panel: Parents/Caregivers
11:30-12:30 Youth Transitioning to Adulthood
Presenters: Erin Sclisizzi, CCAS & Janet McShane, CAS Toronto
12:30-1:30: Lunch
1:30-4:00 Resource Panel
Assessment & Diagnosis: Ann Lindsay, Service Coordinator, Adult Program, Surrey Place Centre
Mental Health & Addictions: Yona Lunsky, Head, Azieli Centre for Adult Neuro Developmental Disabilities & Mental Health, Centre for Mental Health (CAMH) & Lisa Davies-Complin, Lead, Mental Health & Addictions Access Point (The Access Point)
Developmental Services Ontario: Karyn Farber, Service Navigation Supervisor & Paul Van de Laar, Director, Development & ABI Services, Cota
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP): Wendy Zhang, Caseworker
Ontario Works: Pending
Supportive Housing: Steve Catney, E.D. Alliance Youth Services
Supportive Employment: To Be Announced
Justice: Pending
4:00-4:30 Wrap-Up
REGISTRATION
Please register by April 9 , 2018 at hutchings.richards@sympatico.ca
SPONSORS
The workshop is funded by the Circle for Children Foundation.
PARKING
Green P on Charles St. East. (one way west of Jarvis on Charles). Limited street parking on Charles & Isabella St. Isabella is one block south of Charles St through the parkette.
TTC
From Bloor Subway station, use Hayden St exit. Walk two blocks South through parking garage and parkette to first building on right on Isabella
On behalf of the local planning committee and UBC Interprofessional Continuing Education, I would like to invite FASD ONE (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Ontario Network of Expertise) to exhibit at the upcoming 8th International Research Conference on Adolescents and Adults with FASD to be held at The Hyatt Regency, in Vancouver, BC from April 18-21, 2018.
Exhibit Fees
(all quoted in CAD and includes 5% GST)
Profit Organizations/Vendors: $1050
Healthcare Associations/Regional Health Authorities: $525
Non-Profit Organizations: $315
Your exhibitor fees will include:
- A 6’ table and 2 chairs
- Exhibit passes for 2 representatives
- Complimentary lunches (as outlined in the program) and coffee breaks for the person(s) manning the table
We anticipate bringing together around 600 individuals attend, including professionals that work in the field of FASD, family members and individuals with FASD. You will find a copy of the program brochure by clicking here.
Exhibit Confirmation
To confirm your participation please register online: https://ubc.eventsair.com/adults2018/exhibit
Please note: the exhibit fee can be paid by cheque or credit card.
Alternatively, if your organization would prefer to ship informational materials to be placed on a resource table for participants, please contact Kathryn at kathryn.ipce@ubc.ca or 604-822-7708.
Once confirmation has been received, detailed exhibit information and guidelines will follow closer to the conference date.
If you have colleagues who might be interested in attending the 8th International Research Conference on Adolescents and Adults with FASD, please direct them to our website at interprofessional.ubc.ca. We would also greatly appreciate it if you could insert event information regarding the conference in any newsletter you may have, or include the conference link on your website.
We anticipate that this conference will be an excellent forum for networking with other FASD organizations from around the world and we sincerely hope that your organization will be one of them. If have any questions or concerns with respect to exhibiting at the conference, please don’t hesitate to contact me or Kathryn at 604-822-7708. I look forward to working with you at this worthwhile learning event.
7th floor auditorium; Check in at reception
Free for Parents and caregivers of children, youth, and adults, 18+, AFFECTED BY FASD
9:30-9:45 WELCOME
9:45-12:30 GRIEF & RECONCILIATION
Presenter: Dr, Jan Hatanaka, author, educator, consultant, founder of Grief Reconciliation International Inc.
12:30-1:30 LUNCH
1:30-3:30 MINDFULNESS & MEDITATION
Presenter: Todd Tran: Occupational Therapist at Women’s College Hospital, Family Practice Clinic, where he facilitates Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).
3:30-4:30 WRAP UP
REGISTRATION- Please register at by Monday, May 7, 2018.
Space is limited, so register early.
Join Us on our first Walk from Parliament Hill to City Hall
Family Celebration at the end
Raining?
Go straight to City Hall
International FASD Awareness Day
Sep 13 & 18th Community Living North Halton –
Gain a better understanding of the needs of individuals living with FASD; Benefit from shared beliefs and priorities; Receive coaching with an FASD perspective; Expand your skills and knowledge within the family’s circle of support.https://clnh.on.ca/training-
on-fasd/
2018 fall dates