FASD Conference September 2016 DEMYSTIFYING FASD Poster
The Red Lake Friendship Centre and the Red Lake-Ear Falls Network is pleased to host a three day conference on “DEMYSTIFYING FASD AND OTHER NEUROBEHAVIORIAL CONDITIONS”. September 7, 8, & 9, 2016—8:30 am to 4:30 pm
The guest speaker for the first two days is Nancy Hall who is the Lead Facilitator and Co-Founder of FASCETS Canada East. Nancy has worked as an FASD trainer and consultant for the past nine years. She has presented across Ontario and the United States at many local, national and international conferences. In addition, Nancy has co-authored a research paper on Effective Practices for the support of people with FASD and has sat as a lead member of the FASD Ontario Network of Expertise for eight years. Most recently, Nancy has completed an intensive mentorship with Diane Malbin, receiving a Mastery Trainer Certificate in the delivery of the Neurobehavioural Model.
The last day of the conference will involve a panel discussion and presentation by Debbie Michaud and Rhonda Konrad. Following the presentation, there will be events and celebrations to honor September 9 FASD Awareness Day.
For more information, contact Kathy Dusener or Charlene Walsh at(807) 727-2847 ext. #229 or email csw@rlifc.ca
“…This webinar will highlight the recent PHO publication, Focus On: Alcohol warning labels and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)…”
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Seminar: An overview on alcohol warning labels and FASD
This webinar will highlight the recent PHO publication, Focus On: Alcohol warning labels and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
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FASD affects individuals, families and societies. FASD is the leading known cause of preventable developmental disability in Canada and there is currently no cure. The harmful impact of alcohol consumption on the fetus has been recognized in the scientific community for decades. To reduce the alcohol consumption during pregnancy, jurisdictions have implemented education and health promotion programs to provide more information to consumers, including alcohol warning labels. This webinar will review the impact and other factors of alcohol warning labels for FASD, and implications for practice.
Learning objectives:
Recall past PHO work on alcohol labeling
Identify changes to alcohol labelling in Canada as it relates to FASD
Review evidence on awareness and impact of alcohol labeling as it relates to drinking behavior and pregnancy
Recall implications from research for practice
Presenter: Jason LeMar
Jason LeMar is a health promotion consultant focusing on alcohol policy at Public Health Ontario (PHO). He has had various roles in public health and health care including Infection Prevention and Control at PHO and with Cancer Care Ontario (CCO). Jason has several years of experience providing technical assistance, training, and consultation support directly to Ontario’s public health units in the area of alcohol policy.
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FASD Northwestern Ontario Regional Steering Committee invites you to: Dare to Dream Building Supportive Communities Join us for the 3rd Annual FASD NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO REGIONAL NETWORK GATHERING “An opportunity for service providers to share information and develop FASD networks across the region” Special Guest: Jack Martin will present “The Slippery Slope”
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.
Feb. 28 – Mar 01 Mississauga CTRI Trainer Nathan Gerbrandt MSW, RSW
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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.