The goal is to create an environment that supports independence while providing necessary guidance. It may take some trial and error to find the right balance, but with patience and creativity, we can help our loved ones with FASD thrive in their living space.
Author Archives: jodeekulp
FEAR: Where is the housing?
I hope these ideas spark some inspiration and hope. With creativity and care, we can help ensure our loved ones with FASD have homes that support their unique needs and enhance their quality of life. After all, isn’t that what we all want for those we love?
FEAR: Supportive ideas after I die?
As caregivers, we pour our hearts and souls into ensuring our loved ones receive the best possible care. But have you ever stopped to consider what would happen if you were no longer able to provide that care? It’s a sobering thought, but one that’s crucial to address.
FEAR: Prepare for when I am gone.
As parents and caregivers of our precious children with FASD or intellectual challenges, our love and dedication know no bounds. Yet, we often find ourselves grappling with a challenging question: “What will happen to my child when I’m no longer here?”
FEAR: Bullies and Bullied
Bullies may target individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) for several reasons related to the characteristics and challenges associated with this condition
FEAR: Addiction and FASD
Be patient and supportive as your young adult discovers and develops their unique abilities. By focusing on strengths, you can help build their self-esteem, resilience, and ability to navigate life’s challenges more effectively.
FEAR: Keeping That Job
Maintaining Employment with FASD: Strategies for Success
Living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) can present unique challenges in the workplace, but with the right strategies and support, individuals with FASD can thrive in their careers.
FEAR: Jobs – Get One and Keep One
You can do this… Buckle up, because we’re about to embark on a thrilling journey through the retail, fast-food, hospitality, corporate jungle, where the coffee is strong, the meetings can be long, the customer is always right, and the photocopier is always jammed.
FEAR: FASD “Walkabout”
Parents and caregivers of adult children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) may have fears about adulthood and their walkabouts of adulthood.
Our society tells our young people that you are an adult. They prepare our kids for the age of “majority” and their rights as an adult. I am 18 and I can do whatever I want!
FEAR: My Loved One Experiences Violence
It is not always easy to discuss strategies for providing emotional support and stability to an adult or teen or child with FASD who has experienced violence.
Highlight the importance of creating a safe and nurturing environment.
Red Shoes Rock 