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Presented by:  Janet Carioni, Occupational Therapist and FASD Coordinator with the Fetal Alcohol Resource Program, Citizen Advocacy of Ottawa

Flyer for FASD Education Workshop

Many Canadians are living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Although FASD is present from birth, individuals are often not diagnosed until later in life when symptoms related to learning challenges and a range of social and behavioural problems emerge. In addition, FASD is often misdiagnosed or goes undiagnosed due to the complexity of symptoms. This presentation is designed to provide foundational knowledge essential when working with individuals who have been prenatally exposed to alcohol. We will explore the hidden prevalence of FASD in our society and uncover the facts about FASD. We will discuss what FASD looks like and how that impacts function in everyday life. We will provide practical strategies that the audience will be able to implement when supporting people who have (suspected of having) FASD.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will leave with evidence-based FASD knowledge.
2. Participants will gain insight and better understand how having FASD impacts everyday life.
3. Participants will be equipped with practical strategies to support individuals with FASD.

Flyer for FASD Education Workshop (1)

Description:

Many Canadians are living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Although FASD is present from birth, individuals are often not diagnosed until later in life when symptoms related to learning challenges and a range of social and behavioural problems emerge. In addition, FASD is often misdiagnosed or goes undiagnosed due to the complexity of symptoms. This presentation is designed to provide foundational knowledge essential when working with individuals who have been prenatally exposed to alcohol. We will explore the hidden prevalence of FASD in our society and uncover the facts about FASD. We will discuss what FASD looks like and how that impacts function in everyday life. We will provide practical strategies that the audience will be able to implement when supporting people who have (suspected of having) FASD.

 Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will leave with evidence-based FASD knowledge.
2. Participants will gain insight and better understand how having FASD impacts everyday life.
3. Participants will be equipped with practical strategies to support individuals with FASD.

Registration deadline:  March 20, 2017

The Halton and Hamilton FASD Parent & Caregiver Support Groups are pleased to announce ….

RJ Formanek, founder of the Facebook FASD online support group “Flying with Broken Wings” will be presenting …FASD – “It’s Complicated.”

Rarely have truer words been spoken, yet they fail to convey the real difficulties in talking about, and helping others understand the complex world of FASD. From the stigma that some feel, to the ethical restrictions of professionals, and dealing with all sides of this issue it really is complicated.

As a person living on the spectrum, R.J. Formanek looks to find common ground, where a core understanding of these complexities can lead to simpler conversations for all of us.

A later life diagnosis of FASD gave RJ Formanek a lifelong base of strategies when it came to thinking about FASD , and those who live with it. Combined with his own experience is the educational background that has allowed him to speak to many aspects of life with FASD, and be able to share these strategies while searching for holistic answers that address the needs of all who are impacted by FASD.

Note: Depending on the # of attendees, the location may change.  Please ensure that you check closer to the date OR check the following meeting link http://www.hamiltonfasdsupport.ca/?page_id=17  (the link also includes location info and map)

Cost: (kind suggestion for a donation at the door to assist RJ with his travel expenses)
Single ticket donation:                            $5
Family ticket donation:                           $10
FASD Adult/Youth attending                  $free

Every September, International FASD Awareness Day is observed around the world to raise awareness about the dangers of drinking alcohol during the nine months of pregnancy.

The Kingston FASD Action Network invites families, agency staff and community members to attend the FASD Awareness Day Breakfast

Time: 7:30-8:00 a.m. – Breakfast and networking
8:00-9:00 a.m. – Dr. Dawns Samdup, Developmental Pediatrician,
Kids Inclusive, Hotel Dieu Hospital and Assistant Professor,
Department of Pediatrics, Queen’s University
9:15-9:30 a.m. – Informal Networking

Topic: Overview of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
1. New Canadian guidelines for FASD diagnosis
2. FASD across the lifespan
3. What is new in FASD research?

RSVP trishn@kchc.ca NEW RSVP DATE of September 6^th!
Space is limited

Crime Prevention Ottawa Sept. 21  “Join us to learn about the challenge of ABI [Aquired Brain Injury] and FASD and to talk about innovative approaches…”  Dr. Angela Colantonio, researcher ABI Respondents: Isaiah Boylan, Janet Carioni

http://tinyurl.com/y737fr9b
Crime Prevention Ottawa
Connecting on Disability and Abuse
Brain Injury Canada
Citizen Advocacy

Speaker Series Invitation

Behind Bars: Brain Injury and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in our Justice System

Our society’s understanding of crime, of guilt and innocence, of following rules, is based on the idea that our brains are all functioning in the same way. But what happens when a brain is injured, either before birth through exposure to alcohol or after birth through an acquired brain injury? Individuals with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), are significantly over represented in our prison populations. Join us to learn about the challenge of ABI and FASD and to talk about innovative approaches to service provision that can help. Dr. Colantonio is researcher leading important groundwork around the need for a longer-term approach to meet the changing needs of those living with the affects of brain injury, as well as the shortage and inconsistency of rehabilitation services across the country.

Coffee at 9:30 am, program starts at 10:00 am
Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Angela Colantonio – Researcher, University of Toronto and Board Member, Brain Injury Canada

Respondents:
Isaiah Boylan, Ottawa resident with lived experience
Janet Carioni, Citizen Advocacy Ottawa, Functionability Rehabilitation Services

Chair:
Councillor Jeff Leiper, Crime Prevention Ottawa Board Member

R.S.V.P. to Crime Prevention Ottawa at cpo@ottawa.ca or 613-580-2424 ext. 25393.

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FASD – Community Partners Info Session Invitational Flyer for Oct 12 2017 (1)Presented by the
Fetal Alcohol Resource Program,
Citizen Advocacy Ottawa

What is the Fetal Alcohol Resource Program?
Throughout Ontario, there is no strong, comprehensive system of inter-related, complimentary services and supports for individuals and their families affected by FASD. The Fetal Alcohol Resource Program aims to change this through education, community leadership development and community navigation.

About Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Many Canadians are living with FASD. Although FASD is present from birth, individuals are often not diagnosed until later in life when symptoms related to learning challenges and a range of social problems emerge.

We are offering a two-hour training session to build awareness for professionals, families and friends supporting people with FASD.

You will have the opportunity to learn the basics about what FASD is, how to recognize it, the prevalence in our society and some of the challenges individuals face when they are prenatally exposed to alcohol. We will also share strategies to create success and have a Q & A session.

Tanya Eichler: Tanya is an FASD Coordinator for the Fetal Alcohol Resource Program in Ottawa. In addition, Tanya has a private counseling practice where she focuses on individuals and families who have experienced trauma including prenatal exposure to drugs and alcohol. Prior to living in Ottawa, Tanya worked for B.C.’s ground-breaking FASD Keyworker program.

Nancy Lockwood: Nancy is Program Manager for Ottawa’s Fetal Alcohol Resource Program. Nancy has a background in education, with a specialty in supporting and advocating for individuals affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
Both Tanya and Nancy are members of the FASD Coalition of Ottawa, and Nancy is a founding member of the FASD Enrichment Fund.

PLEASE JOIN US AS WE BEGIN TO BUILD A LOCAL COMMUNITY OF SUPPORT

Ideal for: professionals, caregivers & individuals with lived experience

Myles Himmelreich is a well-known motivational speaker on FASD…

Part 1: Foster Care and School
Sensory Sensitivities
What works?
What’s really going on?

Part 2: Leaving Home
Misunderstood by Justice
Navigating the world
How do you find purpose?

Part 3: Resiliency
Mental Health
Accepting yourself
How do you get there?

Part 4: The Process
FASD: a full body diagnosis

Personal growth; Strengths and limitations
*registration at 8:30 am
*breakfast and lunch provided

FASD Finding Purpose Workshop Flyer

Myles Himmelreich in London- Registration Form