4th Edition Newsletter Metis Settlements FASD Network

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We have had great support from the Metis Settlements with our FASD Diagnostic Clinics. We continue to be successful in bringing Metis individuals through our diagnostic clinics with the help of our mentors. Meetings between mentors and our staff have helped highlight some of the unique needs and supports available. Other successful partnerships include our Prevention Conversation Facilitator and FASD Mentors to offer presentations in schools and provide caregiver support groups over zoom. Keep an eye out of our caregiver support groups happening this spring.

NW Peace FASD Network Team

Executive Director: Gwen Vekved With direction and guidance from the Leadership Team, the FASD Network Coordinator assists with the development, enhancement, and coordination of the FASD Network. If you have any questions about services offered by the NW Peace FASD Network, or how your agency can apply to receive funding from the Network contact the Network Coordinator. Phone: 780-533-5460 or Email: gwen@nwfasd.ca FASD Diagnostic Clinic Coordinator: Jen Duperron-Trydal The Clinical Coordinator position leads the multi-disciplinary team in meeting the standards required in FASD Assessment and Diagnostic Services. The mobile clinic travels around the entire NW region with clinics being held in Peace River, Grande Prairie, Grande Cache and High Prairie. If you have questions about the Diagnostic process or would like to make a referral

to the clinic please contact the clinic coordinator. Phone: 780-533-5444 or Email: jen@nwfasd.ca

FASD Program Support: Kim Sillito Kim is the general contact for the Network. If you have questions about upcoming FASD trainings and workshops, please contact Kim to be invited to our FASD website/blog. She assists with supporting the funded community agencies with contract reporting and with the Provincial Government data collection tool. You can contact her with any questions

and she will guide you in the appropriate direction. Phone: 780-533-5461 or Email: kim@nwfasd.ca

FASD Prevention Conversation Facilitator: Leanne Aspen This unique initiative is set up to increase awareness and prevention of FASD in NW Alberta. The Prevention Facilitator is available to educate front line workers about the various aspects of FASD, and to participate in the FASD Prevention Conversation; to appropriately engage women about the use of alcohol during pregnancy within a shame-free framework. Please contact Grace or Leanne for small or large group learning sessions. Phone: 780-533-5462 or Email: leanne@nwfasd.ca

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