Join us for this free, one-hour, thirty minute webcast titled: Supporting Students with FASD Through Formal Mentorship.
This presentation will detail the Wellness, Resiliency and Partnership (WRaP) projects’ use of formal mentorship as a model for supporting the success of students living with FASD in Alberta schools.
In the presentation Tracy will describe the role the WRaP Success Coach has as a part of the learning team. She will also outline strategies Success Coaches use to build relationships and support executive functioning skills.
Finally, Tracy will review results from the programs’ most recent year.
AGENDA:
Date: Thursday, September 22, 2016
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Speaker: Tracy Mastrangelo, Provincial Co-ordinator, Wellness, Resiliency and Partnerships (WRaP) program
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Format: Live webcast presentation with Q & A
Cost: FREE! Please share with your networks
Q & A: You can pose questions to the speaker through the live chat functionality
SPEAKER BIO:
Tracy Mastrangelo began her career in the social work field focusing on working with high risk youth in both assessment and treatment facilities. She is currently the Provincial Co-ordinator of the Wellness, Resiliency and Partnerships (WRaP) program. WRaP is an innovative program that aims to provide relationally based supports to students of vulnerable populations with a focus on FASD through a Success Coach model. Tracy also supports several FASD and education initiatives in the province including acting as Chair of the Northwest Central FASD Network.
Previous webcasts are available on the FASD Website.
THE FASD LEARNING SERIES:
The FASD Learning Series helps individuals, caregivers, front-line workers and professionals learn more about FASD, and how to support persons with FASD. The educational sessions cover a broad range of topics and are accessible to all Albertans.
Alberta’s FASD 10-Year Strategic Plan outlines the government’s commitment to provide awareness and prevention of FASD, as well as assessment, diagnosis, and support for individuals with FASD and their caregivers. All services and activities are built on a foundation of stakeholder engagement.
FASD: A community Responsibility
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Martin Brokenleg
Inter-generational Trauma
A limited number of bursaries MAY BE available for parents, caregivers and those living with FASD. Maximum bursary amount: $500/family
Funding provided by First Natio & Inuit Health, Ontario Region, Health Canada
REGISTER NOW FOR THE 9th ANNUAL FASD COLLABORATION ROUNDTABLE FALL CONFERENCE: OUR BIG PICTURE!
The conference will be held on Saturday, November 26TH, 2016 at Douglas College in New Westminster!
See the attachment or follow the link for the full conference brochure!
The Conference will focus on:
- FASD Diagnostic Guideline Changes
- Transitioning to Adulthood
- Indigenous Perspectives
- Caregiver Burnout
- Difference Between Developmental and Chronological Age in People with FASD
- Sensory Issues
Click here to register for the conference through Eventbrite!
We look forward to seeing you there!
For more information:
- Visit http://www.asantecentre.org/Upcoming_Events.html
- Email fasdcollaboration@asantecentre.org
- Call the Asante Centre at 604-467-7101
FASCETS Registration Form- Toronto
FASCETS CANADA
Demystifying FASD and Other Neurobehavioural Conditions
Developing accommodations that really work!
Special Three Day Training for Parents and Professionals in the Toronto Area!
When: October 17th, 18th and 19th, 2016
Time: 9am – 4 pm each day (Check in starts at 8:30 on Oct. 17th)
Cost: $300 for all three days (Price includes continental breakfast, lunch and snacks each day)
Registration closes October 11, 2016
Each participant will receive a resource binder and a copy of “Trying Differently Rather than Harder” by Diane Malbin!
You will learn…
what FASD is and how it impacts the brain
how to reduce or eliminate the likelihood of challenging behaviours
information about overlapping diagnoses and how this informs systems, and
how to develop individualized, person-centred accommodations that lead to success!
Presented by Nancy Hall, Lead Facilitator, Co-Facilitator of Fascets Canada East
Join C.L.P.E. at the historic Regent Theatre in Picton for this one-day workshop, hosted by Sheila Burns. The workshop will look at what FASD is, best practices and proven approaches to supporting people living with FASD and provide discussion on how to balance a persons’ right to make their own choices. Visit http://tinyurl.com/clpe-fasd or scan the QR Code to get more information and purchase tickets.
Hosted by the FASD Workgroup of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville
The FASD Workgroup of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville is hosting a conversation on FASD supports in our community. Families and service providers are all welcome to attend. Please share this invitation with anyone who may be interested.
Refreshments and light snacks will be provided.
Event Objectives:
1. Learn about the lived experiences of families living with FASD.
2. Gather ideas to improve supports for individuals and families living with FASD.
3. Expand workgroup membership.
The FASD Workgroup of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville is composed of multiple local agencies and community representatives, working together to improve programs, services, and supports for individuals and families in our community.
Feb. 28 – Mar 01 Mississauga CTRI Trainer Nathan Gerbrandt MSW, RSW
https://ca.ctrinstitute.com/wo
Feb 28 – Mar 01, 2017 (9 AM – 4 PM)
ABOUT THE TRAINER
Nathan Gerbrandt, MSW, RSW
Nathan holds a Master of Social Work degree and is a Registered Social Worker. He is the Director of Training for CTRI and works with organizations and communities through a needs assessment process of identifying the best resources and training to meet their needs. Nathan also provides leadership in developing and managing CTRI trainers and course content. Prior to this role he coordinated service delivery and rehabilitation planning for repeat offenders with a diagnosis. Nathan has refined skills in risk management and collaborative treatment planning for people in conflict with the law. In addition, he possesses specialty in the areas of disability services, case management and working with people with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Nathan is the author of CTRI’s Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder – Strategies for Supporting workshop. He is an engaging presenter who uses an
Workshop Outline
The FASD Umbrella
The Brain and FASD
Stigma and Prevention – Myths and Realities
Primary Characteristics – Clues to a Poor Fit
Strengths
Nothing Works Without a Relationship!
Promoting FASD Awareness
Adaptations Areas
Processing Information “Handle with Care”
Abstract Thought “Behind the Scenes”
Change
Understanding Cause and Effect
Impulsivity
The Body/Brain Link
Senses: Sensitivities and Seeking
Executive Functioning: “Mission Control”
Chronological Age vs. Developmental Age
Team Based Support
Case Study Reviews
Target Audience
This is an introductory-intermediate level workshop intended for school personnel, social service and health care professionals, counsellors, parents and anyone seeking a better understanding of FASD.
Method of Delivery
Lecture, video, case study exercises and small group discussions
Learning Objectives
At the end of this workshop, participants should be able to:
Have a basic understanding of brain differences of FASD.
Recognize defensive behaviour clues that are symptoms of a brain injury.
Identify best approaches to fostering self-awareness and resiliency for people affected by FASD.
Understand multiple practical adaptation strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
Develop an individualized support plan that incorporates strategies, strengths, relationship and team based supports.
Join us for this free, one-hour webcast titled: FASD and Women.
FASD impacts everyone differently however when coupled with childhood trauma it can lead to layers of victimization. This presentation aims to provide an overview of what trauma looks like, what FASD looks like and what methods work when working with this population.
AGENDA:
Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. MST
Speakers: Ashley Baxter and Dr. Therese Grant
Register Here
Format: Presenter with PowerPoint and a Pre-Recorded Presentation
Cost: FREE! Please share with your networks
Q&A: You can pose questions to the speakers through the live chat functionality
SPEAKER BIOS:
Ashley is a RSW with the ACSW and has been working with this population for somewhere around 6 years. In the beginning her work was supporting women in PCAP and now she is managing the PCAP program along with Hope Terrace which is a permanent supportive housing program for adults diagnosed with FASD.
Dr. Therese Grant is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Washington and a Research Affiliate, with the Centre on Human Development and Disability. She is also the developer of the Parent-Child Assistance Program (PCAP) intervention model.
Previous webcasts are available on the FASD Website.
THE FASD LEARNING SERIES:
The FASD Learning Series helps individuals, caregivers, front-line workers and professionals learn more about FASD, and how to support persons with FASD. The educational sessions cover a broad range of topics and are accessible to all Albertans.
Alberta’s FASD 10-Year Strategic Plan outlines the government’s commitment to provide awareness and prevention of FASD, as well as assessment, diagnosis, and support for individuals with FASD and their caregivers. All services and activities are built on a foundation of stakeholder engagement.