Participants will help determine the themes and topics covered to best support their needs. Topics may include:

· Sharing the joys and challenges of caregiving for adults or youth transitioning into adulthood who have FASD or similar neurodiversity/disability.

· Exchanging ideas and sharing successes.

· Strengthening the caregiver-child relationship through a better understanding of your youth or young adult.

· Caregiver resource systems navigation (employment, disability services, financial, medical, educational).

· Supporting transitions and helping to navigate changes in school, employment, life, and daily routines.

· Supporting employment, interpersonal skills, recreation, friendships, relationships, regulation, and interdependence.

· Managing caregiver fatigue and avoiding burnout.

Facilitated by Parent Consultant and now retired Key Worker Coordinator Jill Crichton with additional support provided by practicum student clinicians Jasleen Mann and Dana Patterson.

Creating a safe, interactive space for caregivers to connect, share, and celebrate the journey of Caregiving.

WHEN: BI-WEEKLY MEETINGS ON FRIDAYS 10:00 – 11:30 AM, BEGINNING NOV. 8 2024, UNTIL APR. 25 2025

WHERE: VIA ZOOM

COST: $20.00 (+GST) DROP-IN FEE (IF COST IS A CONCERN, CONTACT US FOR ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS.)

For group access and more information, please email admin@fasdinstitute.com