Edmonton and area Fetal Alcohol Network Society

 

Support for individuals and caregivers focus on the coordinated access to the right services at the right time. We want Albertans with FASD and their caregivers to have coordinated access to supports and services that meet their needs.

 

 Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Services

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Community Advocates to provide one to one, long term support to individuals who are affected by FASD. FASD educators provide FASD training information and resources to the community, clients and service agencies.

Program Support Worker: Chelsea Delisle: cdelisle@bissellcentre.org

(780) 423-2285 ext. 157   – FAddress:  10527 96 St NW Edmonton, AB T5H 2H6

Fax:        587.520.3389

http://www.bissellcentre.org/programs/

  Open Arms Program

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Provides culturally sensitive interventions, supports and mentorship to individuals with FASD and individuals with FASD who are parenting children who may or may not have FASD.

(780) 440-0708   – Address:  Centre 170-Suite 145-10403 172 ST Edmonton, AB T5C 1V7

 CASA FASD FAS TRACS

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Provides short term mental health services for children aged 3 to 18 years who have a diagnosis of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder along with emotional, psychological and/or behavioral problems. This group program is designed to promote mental well being and to enhance functioning through the development and implementation of practical strategies that can be adapted to the home, school and/or community settings.

Self-referrals may be made directly by calling: (780) 400-4518 #406

Peace Hills Trust Tower, 10011 – 109 Street Edmonton, AB, T5J3S8

http://www.casaservices.org/fas-tracs-fetal-alcohol-syndrome-treatment-resources-and-community-supports-program

  Step by Step Program

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Provides long term support through coaching and mentorship to parents who have been diagnosed with FASD and are parenting children, who may or may not have FASD.

Program Manager: Denise Plesuk denise.plesuk@cssalberta.ca 

Intake Contact – 780-975-4896

Address:10320 146 Street Edmonton AB, T5N 3A2

https://www.cssalberta.ca/Our-Ministries/Fetal-Alcohol-Spectrum-Disorder-Support

 Coaching Families

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Provides intensive support for 6-18 months to families with children affected by FASD. The program will help caregivers access diagnostic service and provide appropriate tools and strategies for adjustment in living with children who have FASD, advocate with educational, recreational, and social institutions in the community and make referrals to counselling services and parenting support groups.

Program Manager: Denise Plesuk:  Denise.Plesuk@catholicsocialservices.ab.ca

Intake Contact: 780-975-4896

Address:10320 146 Street Edmonton AB, T5N 3A2

https://www.cssalberta.ca/Our-Ministries/Fetal-Alcohol-Spectrum-Disorder-Support

 McDaniel Youth Program

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Provides support and mentorship to youth ages 14-19 affected by FASD through the development of goals and increased access to groups, recreational activities and other life skills programs.

Intake Contact:  Brittany.Durant@cssalberta.ca (780) 378 2508

Address:10320 146 Street Edmonton AB, T5N 3A2

https://www.cssalberta.ca/Our-Ministries/Fetal-Alcohol-Spectrum-Disorder-Support

Girls Empowered and Strong Program

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Provides support and mentorship to girls 13 – 17 affected by FASD through support groups.  Focus sessions include:  life-skills training, sexual education and self-esteem      building.

Progrom Coordinator: http://www.efryedmonton.ab.ca/girls-empowered-and-strong.html

Phone: (780) 784-2200

Email: ges@efryedmonton.ab.ca

Address:  10523 – 100 Avenue Edmonton, AB  T5J 0A8

 FASD Respite Program

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Site based respite for families with children affected by FASD between the ages 3 and 8 during the school year.

Website:  http://www.elves-society.com/ 

Contact: 780.454.5310   – Address:  10825 – 142 Street Edmonton, AB T5N 3Y7

 Leduc County FCSS:  Bridges Program  

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Provides long-term support to women and men residing in Leduc County affected by FASD through coaching, mentor-ship and  advocacy.

Program Coordinator  Carol:  CarolT@leduc-county.com

780-955-6423  – Address:  101 1105 5 Street Nisku, AB  T9E 2X3

http://www.leduc-county.com/bridges-mentor-program

  Provincial Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Program

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Resource worker provides support services to Metis youth and adults with FASD and their families by utilizing culturally sensitive supports in order to enhance quality of life and productivity.

Children Service Manager Kelsey Bradburn:  http://www.albertametis.com/MNAHome/Home.aspx

(780)455-2200 or  1(800)252-7553  – Address:  100-11738 Kingsway Ave, Edmonton, AB T5G 0X5

 Try Different Not Harder – FASD Community Educator

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Presentation and consultations are at no cost and tailored to accommodate schedule time and needs of the group or agency.

Topics include: Employment, Recreation, Housing, Addiction, Relationships, Strategies & Support, and Consistency.

Open to: Parents, Caregivers, Service Providers, Community Members, Youth, Public Service, and interested parties.

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Contact Person:

Paul Pringle – FASD Community Educator

ppringle@bissellcentre.org – 780-423-2285 ext. 316