Are you a parent or caregiver to a child with (possible) FASD?

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Are you looking for parent support and advocacy?

Are you seeking parenting-specific workshops and learning opportunities?

FASD is considered a developmental disability. If you are Parenting a child with developmental disabilities, this can pose a series of challenges. Neuro-exceptional children may have unique needs, display unique behaviors, and have unique developmental milestones. This can make parenting feel like a constant search for resources and understanding.

Parenting for a spectrum condition such as FASD can be hard to predict. Each child may present with various indicators at different ages. It is a common experience for parents to feel more capable if they are connected to a community of supports that understand.

Accessing resources is dependent on having a clear understanding of their needs, which is best predicted with a medical diagnosis. In addition to trying to create the best environment for your child’s needs, you may face difficulties getting a diagnosis if you cannot confirm prenatal alcohol exposure.

We believe that all families, at all phases of their children’s lives, have the right to safe supports and a community of connections. Whether your child has an FASD diagnosis, or you suspect that this may be a factor impacting their development, we are here to help. You do not need a diagnosis for your child to talk with us.

As a caregiver, we believe that you deserve support as well. At ConnectFASD, we are here to listen and help connect you with others.

Are you looking for Assessment / Diagnosis for (possible) FASD?

For more information about parenting for FASD, please view this fact sheet.

All of our fact sheets can be found here.