For teenagers with FASD, the plan shifts from “parent-managed every step” toward supported inter-dependence. The core idea is still the same: keep things structured, concrete, repetitive, and strengths-based, but add more coaching in self-advocacy, identity, safety, and real-life skill practice. Teen FASD plan AreaWhat to focus onWhy it mattersDaily structureConsistent wake, sleep, homework, meals, chores,ContinueContinue reading “Jr. and High School Plan”
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Every Stride Tells a Story: Red Shoes Rock for FASD Awareness
Lace up those red shoes, because it’s time to make some noise for FASD awareness! 👟❤️As we begin planning for September 9th, 2025, the Red Shoes Rock movement is gearing up for another powerful FASD Awareness Month. Started in 2013 by RJ Formanek, an adult living with FASD, this campaign has grown from a personal gesture into a global symbol of advocacy and visibility.
Transform Your Different Thinking into Business Success
Using Your Special Talents as a Different Thinker Are you a person who thinks differently? Great! Your unique brain can help you succeed. And remember YOU do not need to do this alone! Apple Computers started in a garage with different thinking brains! All businesses start with the power of an idea! Guest blog byContinueContinue reading “Transform Your Different Thinking into Business Success”
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!
How to Request a FASDay Local Proclamation
Asking for a city proclamation can be a rewarding process. Let’s make it fun and engaging with these four steps:
WRITE A PROPOSAL TO LAUNCH A LIGHT UP RED ON FASDAY
Outline you can follow to create a comprehensive proposal for lighting RED for FASday on September 9
WHY IS RED SHOES ROCK CHALLENGING YOU TO SHINE!
Join us in launching and celebrating lighting up awareness for fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) June 1 – September 9
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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”
90 More Ideas for FASDay Preparation
International FASDay arrives on the 9th month on the 9th hour on the 9th minute as bells ring out with a moment of silence around the world. And concludes as the sunsets around the world as landmarks light up in RED. The International Red Shoes Rock FASD Aware Alliance is a world-wide group of grassrootContinueContinue reading “90 More Ideas for FASDay Preparation”