When engaging authorities or organizations in promoting Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) awareness, offering assistance can make your proposal more appealing and show your commitment to the cause. Here are several ways you can offer assistance: 1. Technical Support: Lighting Arrangements: If proposing to light up public buildings or landmarks, offer to assist with technicalContinueContinue reading “How do I engage assistance for FASDay?”
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IDEAS ABOUT FASD FOR YOUR PROPOSAL
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a lifelong condition caused by prenatal exposure to alcohol. It encompasses a range of physical, cognitive, behavioral, and learning disabilities that can affect individuals differently. Here’s an overview of FASD, its prevalence, and its impact: What is FASD? Spectrum Disorder: FASD is a spectrum disorder, meaning it manifests inContinueContinue reading “IDEAS ABOUT FASD FOR YOUR PROPOSAL”
How do I get the “Lights ON”
Lighting up public buildings and landmarks for a cause like Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Day, on September 9th, involves coordination, communication, and community involvement. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making it happen: 1. Identify Key Contacts: Reach out to government officials, city councils, or facility management teams responsible for public buildings and landmarks.ContinueContinue reading “How do I get the “Lights ON””
2024 LET’S “LIGHT UP” THE WORLD WITH AWARENESS
“Red Shoes Rock: Illuminating FASD Awareness in 2024 and Beyond” In the vast tapestry of human experiences, there are threads that weave stories of resilience, advocacy, and hope. One such story is that of the Red Shoes Rock movement, a beacon of awareness for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). As we step into 2024, theContinueContinue reading “2024 LET’S “LIGHT UP” THE WORLD WITH AWARENESS”
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”
Why do we say DEVELOPMENTAL FLUIDITY with FASD?
By Jodee Kulp with Ann Yurcek What is DEVELOPMENTAL FLUIDITY? Development is variable as we grow – when you first learned to ride a bike you fell off – when you first learn to walk you had to get back up… When you first learn to spell you forget…. when you first learn to readContinueContinue reading “Why do we say DEVELOPMENTAL FLUIDITY with FASD?”
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Red Shoes Rock #FASD Aware – Ask me about my #RedShoes
Go celebrate and get some “new RED SHOES” to start stepping out to build FASD Awareness.
Did the ground hog see his shadow? Ask us.
It’s Ground Hogs Day – and the answer to did the ground hog see his shadow? Is…. Well that depends on where you live – so I guess the answer is variable. And that’s what happens with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders – the results are variable and most of the results are hidden – comingContinueContinue reading “Did the ground hog see his shadow? Ask us.”