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99 Ideas You Can Do for FASDay and the month of September

99 community ideas you can mix and match to celebrate 9.9 Red Shoes Rock International FASD Day, spanning low‑cost to large‑scale options. Feel free to download and use the art enclosed, or cut and paste pieces for your campaign. HAVE FUN! Public visibility and events Short “walk and roll” for strollers, wheelchairs, and mobility devices.ContinueContinue reading “99 Ideas You Can Do for FASDay and the month of September”

Elementary School Plan

NDIT means Neurodevelopmental Intervention Therapy. For many children with FASD, NDIT is the base layer because it matches the developmental profile and daily support needs. EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. EMDR is added when trauma is clearly part of the picture, especially if symptoms look like PTSD, nightmares, flashbacks, or strong body-basedContinueContinue reading “Elementary School Plan”

Helping Your Child Grow Confidence and Independence

Guest Blogger – Justin Bennettjustin@healthyfit.info Many children worry about making mistakes or feel like they are “not good enough.” As a parent, it is natural to want to step in and fix things. But when we fix everything, children do not get the chance to learn they can handle hard moments. Confidence grows when aContinueContinue reading “Helping Your Child Grow Confidence and Independence”

Happy New Year – Get Visible 2025

Since the creation of International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Awareness Day in 1999, it has been a time for the FASD community to come together, find support, and shine a light on the impact of prenatal alcohol exposure, which affects millions of people globally. There are many ways you can “Go Red” for FASDContinueContinue reading “Happy New Year – Get Visible 2025”

CELEBRATE: FASD Run with FASD United!

To sign up for the Run FASD event organized by FASD United, you can visit the following link: Register for Run FASD There are runs around the world – join and participate and SHARE YOUR PHOTOS!

CELEBRATE: FASDay Events

SHARE PHOTOS AND EVENTS
As we approach FASDay, it’s the perfect time to engage with your community and raise awareness about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). This year, we encourage everyone to participate in local events and invite friends and family to join in the celebration.

FEAR: Exploitation or Sexual Abuse

Darkness to Light is a nationally recognized organization dedicated to preventing child sexual abuse through education and awareness. Their flagship program, Stewards of Children, is an evidence-based training that teaches adults how to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse.

FEAR: Creating Supportive Living

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.

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?