FASD Okanagan Valley Assessment and Support

08/14/2023

FASD Okanagan would like to thank the Central Okanagan Foundation for the contribution that allowed us time to network and partner with local organizations and communities that are in support of FASD initiatives and continue the amazing work we do for the FASD population and their families. Thank you!

08/10/2023

FASD Okanagan Valley Assessment and Support Society wants to express heartfelt gratitude to Bernadette O'Donnell, our Executive Director, who has recently resigned as she moves into retirement. Bernadette championed our organization with unwavering dedication and commitment to individuals with FASD, parents or caregivers of individuals with FASD, and all our community organizations that we have collaborated with over the past six years. Your consistent hard work, passion, and advocacy for this community will never be forgotten. Thank you for all your hard years of work! We are forever grateful.

With these changes, FASD Okanagan has made the decision to dissolve the society as of September 1, 2023 however, much of our services will remain the same as a program under Independent Living Vernon.

We will remain in the same building, same office, same phone number with a new name. We will continue to provide FASD assessments in our office with Dr. Rod Densmore M.D. as our FASD expert medical accessor and clinical coordinator to support.

Please contact our office to be added to our waitlist or inquire about our assessment fees.

07/27/2023

In this study, investigators focused on children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder ( ), who are known to experience significant sleep disturbances. https://buff.ly/3Qg6ko0

The only BC clinic serving those with FASD needs help to continue. https://buff.ly/3Pu7onN

07/26/2023

By implementing strategies that address self-regulation and other challenges associated with , educators can create a supportive learning environment.

When working with students who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), it is essential to adopt an approach that considers their unique brain-based needs. By implementing strategies that addre…

07/25/2023

Individuals with will experience some degree of challenges in their daily lives. So early and effective identification, followed by appropriate interventions is important for improving outcomes.

Learn more: https://buff.ly/3O9J6x5

Why is diagnosing FASD so important? Early diagnosis can improve access to supports, reduce the likelihood of adverse outcomes, and more.

07/24/2023

The BC ministry of said it has recently received correspondence from the Valley Assessment and Support Society and is presently considering their request for funding.

“If we close, patients with FASD will be lost and will be hard or impossible to recreate.”

07/21/2023

An early diagnosis can ensure that individuals receive the proper support, services, and care needed to thrive. But accessing diagnosis in Canada can be challenging. BC families risk losing these vital supports, without needed funding. https://buff.ly/3rzFAEy

07/20/2023

We aim to reduce the incidence of and ensure people who are affected by FASD have the support they need to lead positive, meaningful lives. But without much needed financial support, we won’t be able to provide these services, much longer. https://buff.ly/3Pu7onN

We are offering products like FASD Membership which is yearly and to help the affected peopled we have the FASD Okanagan Donations.

07/19/2023

Alberta has 16 adult clinics for 174,800 people with FASD, whereas BC has just one clinic for 202,800 people with FASD. And that one BC clinic is in dire need of funding and support! Visit us at https://buff.ly/43CUkAB and help us continue supporting those in need of our services.

07/18/2023

Aggression exhibited by children and youth with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder ( ) toward family members is a major cause of and for caregivers.

Study shows the importance of psychosocial interventions to support these behaviors.

BackgroundAggression exhibited by children and youth with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) toward family members is a major cause of stress and anxiety for caregivers, but relatively little attention has been directed toward designing interventions specific to this phenomenon. In light of the....

07/17/2023

Interim executive director Candice Burnett says will have to cease operations by the end of summer "unless we get sustainable core funding."

The only adult assessment clinic in B.C. for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder will, in all likelihood, have to close its doors.

07/14/2023

We attended the Access Family Celebration put on by the City of Kelowna, Wednesday.