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 Save the date for our next conference!
On April 9th-11th, 2025, fasdNL is hosting our second conference in St. John's, NL! The theme is "From Lived Experience to Collective Action: Strengthening Community Responses to FASD, Substance Use, and Harm Reduction in Atlantic Canada". Are you interested in presenting or attending? We'd love to host you! Keep an eye out for more updates!
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 Summer holidays are approaching fast! Here is a sneak peek of our new "Summer Holiday Toolkit".
It contains the following image sets: 🌷Ideas for Affordable Activities 🌺Tips for Managing Changes in Routines 🌸Tips for Vacation Planning with Neurodivergent Kids 🌼Summer Mocktail Recipes 🌻Tips for Summer Gatherings- Navigating Conversations About Alcohol Check out or download the toolkit by clicking the link below! http://www.fasdnl.ca/summerholidaytoolkit.html We are saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Ted Rosales, MD, FRCPC, O.N.L, on May 20, 2024, in St. John’s, NL.
Dr. Rosales championed Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder work in Newfoundland and Labrador when it was still virtually unheard of. He contributed heavily to early FASD work across the province, bringing attention to diagnosis, lack of awareness and the need for increased response to FASD as a complex public health issue. Dr. Rosales' influence was not limited to his area of expertise in assessment and diagnosis. His impact was far-reaching, spanning FASD prevention advocacy, education about alcohol and pregnancy, and a deep understanding of the multifaceted ways FASD affects individuals and families. His contributions extended beyond Newfoundland and Labrador, playing a pivotal role in the establishment of a National Screening Tool Kit and the development of the Canadian FASD Diagnostic Guidelines. Dr. Rosales was a dedicated professional, a deeply passionate advocate for FASD, and a mentor to many. His enthusiasm was infectious, and he would eagerly educate anyone interested in FASD and its complexities. His tireless efforts laid the foundation for the work of the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder NL Inc (fasdNL) since our formation in 2013. Dr. Rosales, affectionately known as ‘Dr. Ted’ by his young patients, was an example of kindness and reassurance. His gentle sense of humor and unwavering support provided immeasurable comfort to families, while his candid preparation of them for the necessary advocacy skills around FASD was a testament to his dedication and care. We send our most profound condolences to Dr. Rosales’ family and friends and gratefully acknowledge his countless and instrumental contributions to FASD work in Newfoundland and Labrador and beyond. Katharine Dunbar Winsor, PhD Executive Director, fasdNL Gender-Responsive Care: Making Substance Use Services Work for Women and Gender-Diverse People4/24/2024  Check out this new report "Gender-Responsive Care: Making Substance Use Services Work for Women and Gender-Diverse People", from the St. John's Status of Women Council.
This report highlights the need for harm reduction services that are safe and accessible for gender-diverse people and women. With contributions from our Executive Director, Dr. Katharine Dunbar Winsor! Read the full report here: https://sjswc.ca/for-immediate-release-gender-responsive-care-making-substance-use-services-work-for-women-and-gender-diverse-people/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3IQOemguBr1ufCqzBTPPIouofE8yoruHVn_3i6H52-iPjmqTbqc3qw104_aem_AWddAPMLUFY-VWMFn20Nr9hR4uIyBYHqu7PacI-yafefhgbLG5xOopcmTIDgtBwI3j8MONYUEjaUJ9tI9Url2jnP  💻Check out this new online resource for Perinatal Metal Health! 📱
It contains resources for: 📍Postpartum 📍Pregnancy and Infant Loss, and 📍Counselling See the full resource by clicking here: digital_-_perinatal_m_health_resources__6_.pdf Thank you to the Perinatal Program of NL for allowing us to share this resource! Visit https://cwhp.easternhealth.ca/children-and-youth/ppnl/ for more information on the program.  Find ideas and images about: 1- Ideas for Affordable Activities 2- Tips for Holiday Gatherings- Navigating Alcohol Conversations and Non-Alcoholic Alternatives 3- Suggestions for Reducing or Declining Alcohol 4- Mocktail Recipes 5- Suggestions for Managing Sensory Overload Download the toolkit here: 
 Today, we invite you to join us for the launch of our second online course "Money Spending and Financial Planning: An Introduction for Individuals with Neurodiversities"!
We have been working to create a beginner course to introduce individuals to money spending and financial planning after consultation with members in our network where a need for this was established. In this course, we introduce some of the core concepts of money, spending, budgeting, and saving along with additional resources with further information. This is designed to be a beginner course and accessible for individuals who are neurodiverse. The course is available on a pay-what-you-can basis. If you would like to support fasdNL and the development of resources, supports and services for individuals with FASD, consider contributing to our efforts. Otherwise, it is available for free. Enroll in the course using this link: https://fasdnl.thinkific.com/courses/money-spending-and-financial-planning-an-introduction-for-individuals-with-neurodiversities?fbclid=IwAR2g2yhLJv_xNcGZ7q1sV8vf_x95selQvrV-uT0QEbS3TT_he0VXfCSO--o  Check out our latest resource Strategies for Making Your Classroom FASD Friendly. This resource is also available in French.
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