Category Archives: Self-care

Step into Action: Launching the 2024 Red Shoes Rock FASD Awareness Campaign!

Hey there, changemakers! Get ready to rock your red shoes because we’re launching the 2024 Red Shoes Rock FASD Awareness Campaign, and we want YOU to join the movement!

Why did we create Red Shoes Rock

The Red Shoes Rock FASD Aware social initiative was created to further raise awareness and understanding of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs) in a unique and engaging way. The initiative aims to unite individuals and organizations in a visible and powerful symbol of support for those affected by FASDs. The choice of red shoes asContinueContinue reading “Why did we create Red Shoes Rock”

A = AWARENESS – Tools To Beat Addiction and Overuse

Guest article by Justin Bennett (https://healthyfit.info) Entering into a substance overuse rehabilitation program or even changing a major life habit with a support team is a major first step toward reclaiming your life. However, this is not enough to enter a new lifestyle that allows for long term change that you can embrace and enjoyContinueContinue reading “A = AWARENESS – Tools To Beat Addiction and Overuse”

A = AWARENESS – Small Step Fun

written by Jodee Kulp First, realize that DOING NOTHING can be healthy. If you need to simply stare out the window for a while and breath that is okay. If you need to cry it is okay. I have ranted at the heavens. You are alive, you made it. The past is behind you. YouContinueContinue reading “A = AWARENESS – Small Step Fun”

A = AWARENESS – Self Care Part 3

Written by Jodee Kulp Intense Caregiving – My Story When my daughter’s medical challenges increased; and more of her body systems failed. There was no feeling in her arms or legs and her 3 words were hhh (help), mmm (mom), and iii (ice). Her body’s heart still beat. Her lungs still breathed. FASD became theContinueContinue reading “A = AWARENESS – Self Care Part 3”

A = AWARENESS Self Care – Part 2

Written by Jodee Kulp The demands of special needs care giving can be unrelenting and can take a toll on the caregiver’s physical and emotional health over time. Therefore, it is important for caregivers to prioritize their own self-care and seek support from others to prevent burnout. Caregiver burnout is a state of physical, emotional,ContinueContinue reading “A = AWARENESS Self Care – Part 2”